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Beginning School (BGS) & Kindergarten (K):
Families with students applying to BGS & K for fall admission are strongly encouraged to submit your application by December 15, 2009. This will allow time for one-on-one testing to be completed before our group observation dates on March 6 & 13, 2010. On March 24, 2010, the first round of contracts will be mailed. After that time we will continue to accept applications on a space available basis.
Beginning School: Readiness is assessed using the Gesell Developmental Observation and a series of observations during a visit to school. The observations focus on a student's socialization and ability to take direction. Successful applicants usually turn four by the 30th of June preceding the start of school. All Beginning Schoolers must be able to use the toilet without assistance.
Kindergarten: Readiness is assessed using the Woodcock-Johnson III Test of Cognitive Abilities and a variety of screening activities during a visit to school. The screening activities focus on early skill development as well as socialization. Successful applicants usually turn five by the 30th of June preceding the start of school.
Grades 1-12:
Families with students applying for grades 1-12 for fall admission are strongly encouraged to submit your application by February 15, 2010. Applications completed by this date will be guaranteed review in our first round of decisions. As soon as a decision has been made, the applicant’s family will be notified. Applications received after February 15th will be considered on a rolling admissions, space-available basis.
We encourage you to call us at any point in the year to inquire about space available in grades of interest.
How to Apply:
1. Request or download the application, then mail it along with the appropriate application fee.
2. Send the appropriate application fee (payable by check only) to Admissions.
3. To apply for financial assistance, check the "Yes" box on the first page of the Application. A packet will be mailed to you. For more information about the Financial Aid process, please click here.
Timeline & Notification
Beginning School (BGS) & Kindergarten (K):
Families with students applying to BGS & K for fall admission are strongly encouraged to submit your application by December 15, 2009. This will allow time for one-on-one testing to be completed before our group observation dates on March 6 & 13, 2010. On March 24, 2010, the first round of contracts will be mailed. After that time we will continue to accept applications on a space available basis.
Beginning School: Readiness is assessed using the Gesell Developmental Observation and a series of observations during a visit to school. The observations focus on a student's socialization and ability to take direction. Successful applicants usually turn four by the 30th of June preceding the start of school. All Beginning Schoolers must be able to use the toilet without assistance.
Kindergarten: Readiness is assessed using the Woodcock-Johnson III Test of Cognitive Abilities and a variety of screening activities during a visit to school. The screening activities focus on early skill development as well as socialization. Successful applicants usually turn five by the 30th of June preceding the start of school.
Grades 1-12:
Families with students applying for grades 1-12 for fall admission are strongly encouraged to submit your application by February 15, 2010. Applications completed by this date will be guaranteed review in our first round of decisions. As soon as a decision has been made, the applicant’s family will be notified. Applications received after February 15th will be considered on a rolling admissions, space-available basis.
We encourage you to call us at any point in the year to inquire about space available in grades of interest.
How to Apply:
1. Request or download the application, then mail it along with the appropriate application fee.
2. Send the appropriate application fee (payable by check only) to Admissions.
- Applicants for BGS-5th, please submit $80 (application & testing fee).
- Applicants for 6th-12th, please submit $40 (application fee).
- International Applicants, please submit $200 (application fee).
3. To apply for financial assistance, check the "Yes" box on the first page of the Application. A packet will be mailed to you. For more information about the Financial Aid process, please click here.
4. Schedule your visit. A visit to the school is required of all applicants. This is an important chance for your child to get to
know Charles Wright and for us to get to know them. Visits will begin in January.
- Applicants for BGS & K, please call Admissions to schedule a Saturday observation. Check the important dates page for a schedule of observation times.
- Applicants for Grades 1-5, please call Admissions to schedule your full day visit.
- Applicants for Grades 6-12, please call Admissions to schedule your half day visit.
Please keep in mind that there are a limited number of appointments available. Calling well in advance will help ensure you get the appointment day and time which best fit your schedule.
5. Register your child for the appropriate assessment. The requirements for assessment differ depending on the grade level you are applying for.
- Applicants for BGS-5th grade, please call Admissions to set up your assessment.
- Applicants for 6th-12th grade, please register for the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). Please see our important dates page for ISEE testing dates offered at Charles Wright. Our ISEE school code is 481368. *Although we do not administer the SSAT, we will accept SSAT scores. Our SSAT school code is 2306.
