St. Michael's Episcopal School

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Admissions Events

Thank you for your interest in St. Michael’s! Join us for a fall 2022 Admissions event (for entrance in the 2023-24 school year).

The St. Michael’s admissions process includes the following key dates and reminders.
For additional information, please contact Alison Roussy, Director of Admissions.

We look forward to getting to know your child and family!

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Kindergarten

Admissions Timeline

Welcome Wednesdays
Join us on select Wednesdays this fall at 9:30 a.m. for coffee, conversation, and campus tours. Dates: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7
At Capacity

Open House (Grades K-5): Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (for parents) At Capacity

Individual tours available by appointment

Applications must be submitted by DECEMBER 15 in order to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring and summer with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits.

WPPSI-IV Cognitive Abilities Testing is administered beginning in fall 2022

Kindergarten Readiness testing for children whose applications are on file
January 2023

Kindergarten electronic notification
February 17, 2023, at 3 p.m.
(Admissions decisions will continue on a rolling basis after this date as space permits.)

Contracts are due:
March 2, 2023, by noon

NOTE: St. Michael’s Episcopal School requires that all enrolled students be currently vaccinated as prescribed by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Grades 1 – 5

Admissions Timeline

Welcome Wednesdays
Join us on select Wednesdays this fall at 9:30 a.m. for coffee, conversation, and campus tours. Dates: 11/16, 11/30, 12/7
At Capacity

Open House (Grades K-5): Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (for parents) At Capacity

Individual Tours available by appointment

Applications must be submitted by DECEMBER 15 in order to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring and summer with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits.

WISC-V Cognitive Abilities Testing is administered beginning in winter 2022

Assessment Visits for prospective students begin January 2023

Initial admissions decisions for Lower School applicants are made by March 2023 and will continue on a rolling basis after this date as space permits.

Grades 6 – 8

Admissions Timeline

Welcome Wednesdays
Join us on select Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. this fall for coffee, conversation, and campus tours. Dates: 11/16, 12/7
At Capacity

Open House, Tuesday, November 8, 2022, 9-11 a.m. (for parents AND students)
At Capacity

Individual Tours available by appointment

Applications must be submitted by JANUARY 25 in order to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring and summer with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits.

WISC-V Cognitive Abilities testing is administered beginning in winter 2022

Assessment Visits for prospective students begin January 2023

Initial admissions decisions for Middle School applicants are made by March 2023 and will continue on a rolling basis after this date as space permits.

The Application Process

Thank you for your interest in St. Michael’s! Now is the time to apply for the 2023-24 school year!

Admissions Inquiry FormAdmissions Overview

We look forward to receiving your application! The applicant’s acceptance is based on:

  • Availability of space
  • Admissions testing
  • Student assessment
  • Previous school records including updated immunization form
  • Teacher recommendation
  • Evidence that the applicant will benefit from and contribute to the School’s complete program

St. Michael’s Episcopal School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Application

Application must be submitted by DECEMBER 15, to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. All requirements for the application process must be completed by FEBRUARY 1. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits. Fee: $50 non-refundable.

Kindergarten Admissions Checklist-Printable

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WPPSI-IV Testing

The WPPSI-IV (Wechsler Preschool & Primary Scale of Intelligence, Fourth Edition) is an individual assessment, administered by a licensed psychologist, that measures the cognitive abilities of young children. Testing may be scheduled through St. Michael’s beginning in October, for a fee of $150, at another participating independent school, or privately through a practitioner of your choosing (list below). Please complete the required Testing Preference Form to the right, indicating where you wish to have your child tested.

Testing Providers List
Learn about the WPPSI-IV

Testing Preference Form

Readiness Testing

Readiness testing is done at St. Michael’s in January. This assessment allows your child to meet individually with one of our kindergarten teachers and demonstrate his or her Pre-K skills. Stay tuned for 2023 registration information.

Preschool Report

St. Michael’s will request a preschool report directly from your child’s teacher in December. Please complete and sign the required Release Form to the right.

Release Form

Application

Application must be submitted by DECEMBER 15, to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. All requirements for the application process must be completed by FEBRUARY 1. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits. Fee: $50 non-refundable.

Grades 1-5 Admissions Checklist-
Printable

Apply Now!

WISC-V Testing

The WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) is an individual assessment, administered by a licensed psychologist, that measures cognitive abilities. Testing may be scheduled through St. Michael’s beginning in October, for a fee of $150, at another participating independent school, or privately through a practitioner of your choosing (list below). Please complete the required Testing Preference Form to the right, indicating where you wish to have your child tested.

Testing Providers List

Testing Preference Form

Student Visit Day and Academic Assessment

Our team will work with your family to schedule a visit for your child. These visits typically start at the beginning of January. During this all-day visit, your child will be matched with a student host and have the opportunity to experience a day in the life of a St. Michael’s student, and learn more about the School. Your child will also complete a grade-level academic assessment as part of the visit.

Transcripts and Teacher Recommendation

Report cards, standardized test scores, teacher recommendations, and an immunization form are required as part of the application. St. Michael’s will contact your child’s current school in December to obtain these documents. Please complete and sign the required Transcript Release Form to the right.

Release Form

Application

Applications must be submitted by JANUARY 25 in order to be considered in our first round of admission decisions. Applications will continue to be accepted through the spring and summer with decisions continuing on a rolling basis as space permits. Fee: $50 non-refundable

Application for the 2023-24 school is now available! We look forward to getting to know your child and family!

Middle School Admissions Checklist-
Printable

Apply Now!

WISC-V Testing

The WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) is an individual assessment, administered by a licensed psychologist, that measures cognitive abilities. Testing may be scheduled through St. Michael’s beginning in October, for a fee of $150, at another participating independent school, or privately through a practitioner of your choosing (list below). Please complete the required Testing Preference Form to the right, indicating where you wish to have your child tested.

Testing Providers List
Learn about the WISC-V

Testing Preference Form

Student Visit Day and Academic Assessment

Our team will work with your family to schedule a visit for your child. These visits typically start at the beginning of January. During this all-day visit, your child will be matched with a student host and have the opportunity to experience a day in the life of a St. Michael’s student, and learn more about the School. Your child will also complete a grade-level academic assessment as part of the visit.

Transcripts and Teacher Recommendation

Report cards, standardized test scores, teacher recommendations, and an immunization form are required as part of the application. St. Michael’s will contact your child’s current school in December to obtain these documents. Please complete and sign the required Transcript Release Form to the right.

Release Form