Admissions

Dear Prospective Parents,

We are very pleased that you have chosen to look at Grace Episcopal School for your child. 

The information listed below will help guide you through the admissions process for 2010/2011. You may request an application packet by emailing admissions@graceschoolalex.org or by calling us at 703-549-5067, ext. 115.  If you prefer, you may download all of the application forms in pdf format by clicking on the link Application Forms for 2010-2011 School Year.

Selecting your child’s school is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, and we are excited to share our school community with you. The best way to know if Grace Episcopal School is right for your family is by touring our campus, spending time in our classrooms, and speaking with members of our faculty and administration.

Thank you for your interest in Grace Episcopal School. We look forward to meeting you and your child. 

Sincerely,

Debra J. Busker
Director of Admissions

The Application Process 

Applications must be received by February 1st in order to be considered for admission. Our Admissions Committee meets in late February and applicant families are notified by mail in early March. We do maintain waiting lists when appropriate.

Please note that your child must 5 years old by September 30 to be eligible for our full-day Kindergarten.  Our  half-day Junior Kindergarten program is for young 5-year-olds and older 4-year-olds.  Our half-day Preschool class is for young 4-year-olds and older 3-year-olds. Your child must be 3 years old by June 30 to be eligible for Preschool.

Open House Dates

Grace Episcopal School hosts two Open House events each year - on Veterans Day and on the 3rd Thursday in January. Both programs are from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and classes will be in session. Reservations are not required to attend. For further information please call 703-549-5067.

Tours by Appointment

Private and small group tours are conducted on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Please call 703-549-5067 to schedule a tour.

Application Packet

To receive an application packet, please call the Admissions Office at 703-549-5067 or email us at: admissions@graceschoolalex.org.

Application checklist

The following steps are necessary in order for the Admissions Committee to consider your child’s application to Grace Episcopal School.

• Schedule a parent tour of the school.
   
• Return a completed and signed application to the school, along with a $75 non-refundable application fee.
   
• Schedule admissions testing, where applicable:

Children applying to Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten are required to take the WPPSI test. Children over six and applicants to Grades 1-5 are required to take the WISC-IV test. Test results should be sent directly to Grace Episcopal School. Preschool applicants do not require testing.

• Give the confidential teacher recommendation form and the records release form to your child’s current teacher and school office.
   
• Once the file is complete, our Admissions Office will schedule a classroom visit or play date for your child.
   
• The application deadline is February 1st, with all supporting paperwork due by February 5th.

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