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Welcome!
Finding the right school for our children is among the most important decisions we make as parents. The Admissions Office is committed to providing you with all the information you need to determine if Charles Wright is the right "fit" for your family. Our website offers a window to our vibrant learning community where faculty are committed to ensuring that each and every student maximizes their potential and gains the skills they need to be lifelong learners. Of course there is no substitute for seeing our students and teachers in action, so we encourage you to come see what learning looks like at Charles Wright Academy. We offer tours throughout the year to fit your schedule, so please call us or send us an email to set up a tour time at (253) 620-8373.
If you're ready to apply for the 2012-13 school year, you can complete our online application. Paper applications are available upon request.
We look forward to meeting your family and sharing our learning community with you.
Steve Saalfeld,
Director of Admissions
Important Dates:
ISEE Exam Dates:
All applicants for grades 6-12 are required to take the Independent School Entrance Exam. Please contact our office to arrange testing.
Lower School Assessments:
Lower School assessments are scheduled on an individual basis. Please call to schedule a time.
We are still accepting applications for the 2012-13 school year. We encourage families to apply as soon as possible and look forward to working with you in the admissions process!
Questions?
We are always available to you by phone, email, or in person.
Charles Wright Academy Admissions
7723 Chambers Creek Road West
Tacoma, WA 98467-2099
Phone: 253-620-8373
Fax: 253-620-8357
Lower School admissions and financial aid for all divisions:
Steve Saalfeld, ssaalfeld@charleswright.org
Middle and Upper School admissions:
Ann Vogel, avogel@charleswright.org
Devon Morris, dmorris@charleswright.org
Charles Wright Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or ethnic and socioeconomic origin in the administration of its academic, admission or financial aid policies. 
CWA is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and is an accredited member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools (PNAIS). CWA is also approved as a private school by the Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
