Admissions
"Our image of the child is rich in potential, strong, powerful, competent and, most of all, connected to adults and other children."
- Loris Malaguzzi
THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
We can't wait to meet you!
We are truly excited to get to know you and your child. Our admissions process aims to empower parents and guardians with knowledge about our innovative elementary school model. We are honored to connect with you to envision how A New Leaf can nurture your child’s growth toward their personal potential.
Inquire here
To receive information about A New Leaf School including admissions, inquire here.
This 30-minute video provides background on how we incorporate the Reggio Emilia Approach, nurture communication and collaboration, individualize learning and integrate real-world experiences.
Visit With Us
To schedule a school tour, please email kfernbach@anewleafschool.com.
4/24 Update: We are still accepting applications for 2024-2025 in Bridge Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. We have a handful of openings available.
We'd love to meet with you!
Complete Your Application
To apply, submit an application.
Our application requires a teacher recommendation, most recent report card, birth certificate and application fee.
*Please note: We do not require admissions testing.
Deadline
Our first-round admissions deadline is December 15, 2023, which means all necessary documentation and a nonrefundable application fee of $75 has been received by this date for first-round consideration.
4/24 Update: To fill remaining spaces in our 2024-2025 classes, we are processing applications in the order in which they are received.
Student Visits
Prospective Student Visits will be scheduled as soon as his/her online application is complete and requested documents have been received.
Decisions
Admissions decisions will be shared via email on March 8, 2024.
Decisions for admission are based on a combination of factors including our application, requested documents and prospective student visits. We do not require admissions testing; however, in some cases, we will request additional information.
4/24 Update: Admissions Decisions are shared as soon as possible following the child's Prospective Student Visit.
Inquire Here
To receive information about A New Leaf School including admissions, inquire here.
This 30-minute video provides background on how we incorporate the Reggio Emilia Approach, nurture communication and collaboration, individualize learning and integrate real-world experiences.
Visit With Us
RSVP for an upcoming School Tour or Open House starting October 6, 2023
Currently, we are in Rolling Admissions to fill remaining spots for students entering Bridge Kindergarten, Kindergarten and 1st Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.
"Rolling Admissions" means we process and accept students in the order that we receive their completed online application, requested documents and fulfill a prospective student visit.
We'd love to meet with you!
Complete Your Application
To apply, submit an application.
Our application requires a teacher recommendation, most recent report card, birth certificate and application fee.
*Please note:
We do not require admissions testing.
Deadline
Our first-round admissions deadline is December 15, 2023, which means all necessary documentation and a nonrefundable application fee of $75 has been received by this date for first-round consideration.
Student Visits
Prospective Student Visits will be scheduled in January-February 2024.
Decisions
Admissions decisions will be shared via email on March 8, 2024.
Decisions for admission are based on a combination of factors including our application, requested documents and prospective student visits. We do not require admissions testing; however, in some cases, we will request additional information.
The ADMISSIONS TIMELINE
Important Dates
October 2022
Parent Information Events Begin
Starting in October, we have in-person or virtual parent information sessions monthly through February 2023. You are also invited to join our Founders for coffee to connect with Kate and Heather.
January 20th, 2023
Application Deadline
Our first-round admissions deadline is January 20, 2023, and includes a nonrefundable application fee of $75. In order to be considered in the first round of admissions, our online application and all requested documents including the application fee must be received by this date.
January 2023
Prospective Student Visits
We will reach out in January 2023 with information to schedule a prospective student visit which is a part of our applications process.
March 10, 2023
Decisions
At A New Leaf, we want what is best for your child. Through our admissions process, we are committed to extending our fullest care and consideration to each family. We are open to explore how we can support your child as a potential student at our school.
Decisions for admission are based on a combination of factors including prospective student and/or family visits, teacher recommendations, interviews and transcripts. We do not require admissions testing; however, in some cases, we will request additional information. A New Leaf School will email decisions for admission on March 10, 2023.
Annual Tuition
In our 4 multiage classrooms, students construct knowledge and build skills with their hands, hearts and minds.
Tactile, creative materials are employed daily across all grade levels; similarly, technology is integrated with interest-driven student work.
Tuition is paid over 10 months in a monthly installment plan.
*As a new school, we cannot offer financial assistance at this time; however, we are eager to offer this in the future.
Tuition Rate*
$25,465
Additional costs
Registration Fee: $500
Activities Fee: $500
Daily Hours**
7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
*Tuition includes a daily hot meal served family-style.
**Morning carline drop off begins at 7:30 a.m.
Optional Extended Day Services
We're excited to offer flexible, quality after-school care for families who need it. Parents can choose 1-5 days of after-school care (to 5:30 p.m.).
Stay and Play
hours of care
2:45-5:30 p.m.
Details
Choose 1-5 days/week ($95-$335 per month)
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Questions?
Still looking for more information? We’d love to answer any other questions you may have about our school and philosophy.
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