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 and 4 years old by June 30 to be eligible for Junior Kindergarten.

Open House Dates

Grace Episcopal School will host two Open House events this year - on Thursday, November 10 and on Thursday, January 19. 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

You may request an application packet by completing the online Admissions Inquiry Form or by calling us at 703-549-5067, ext. 115. If you prefer, you may download the Application Forms for 2012-2013 School Year.

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. Additional testing information may be found in our application packet.
  • 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 10th.