How to apply

Thank You for Your interest in Applying to

Old Orchard School

We are delighted you found Old Orchard during your school search and look forward to moving through the admission process with your family. Here you will find detailed information about the application process.

Limited Seats Available for 2023-24 School Year

We have a limited number of seats available and are accepting applications on a rolling basis. Prior to applying, please contact our Admission Team to discuss grade level availability. We can be reached at: (408) 378-5935 or admission@oldorchardschool.com

Key Dates for the 2024-25 School Year

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Applications for the 2024-25 school year are available within the Admission Portal.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Tuition Assistance applications are available within FACTs Grant & Aid portal.

JANUARY 10, 2024

Tuition Assistance applications due (Financial Needs Assessment plus all supporting documentation) .

JANUARY 22, 2024

Priority applications due. To be considered in the first round of decisions for the 2024-25 school year, be sure to submit your application and complete your Admission Checklist no later than January 22. Supporting materials needed to complete your checklist vary by grade (see below for additional detail). Applications are submitted via our Admission Portal.

MARCH 15, 2024

Priority admission decisions delivered via email.

March 22, 2024

Family decisions due. Submit the Enrollment Contract and Enrollment Fee to accept the offer and secure your child's seat in the classroom.

Applications received after the priority period will be evaluated on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be offered admission or a place on the waiting list if no seats are available.

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Admission Contacts

Colleen Altendorf

Lower School - Office Manager, Admission Assistant

Amar Devi

Business Manager

Natalia Kisseleva

Upper School Admin & Yearbook Editor, Admission Assistant

Tracie Tunnell

Director of Admission & Enrollment

Application Steps & Requirements

Age Requirements

Submit Online Application

To be begin the admission process, submit your application here. Once an application has been submitted, you will have access to an Admission Checklist which will outline supporting materials needed and next steps. To be considered in the first round of decisions for the 2024-25 school year, for admission and the $100 application fee by January 22, 2024.

Tuition Assistance applications are due by January 10, 2024.

Following the first round of offers, applications will be accepted and processed on a rolling basis.

If you are interested in the 2023-24 school year, contact the admission team (408 378 5935 or admission@oldorchardschool.com) prior to submitting an application to ensure space is available in your grade of interest.

Supporting Materials

After submitting the application, log back in to the Admission Portal to access your Admission Checklist which will outline supporting materials needed and next steps. Requirements vary by grade and may include copies of recent report cards and feedback from a current teacher. See below for details by grade level.

To be considered in the first round of decisions for the 2024-25 school year, all supporting material must be uploaded to the applicant's checklist by January 22, 2024.

Jr Kindergarten & Kindergarten

Grades 1-5

Grades 6-8

Student Visit & Evaluation

The final step in the admission process is a campus visit. All applicants are invited to come to campus to spend time with teachers and classmates. The visit allows teachers the opportunity to evaluate each candidate in person and provides students and parents the opportunity to meet classmates and experience life at Old Orchard. The evaluation and assessment of applicants varies by grade. Learn more here.

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