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
We can't wait to meet you!
We are truly excited to get to know you and your child. Our admissions process aims to educate parents and guardians about our innovative elementary school. We are eager to share with you to envision how A New Leaf can nurture your child’s growth toward their personal potential.
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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
Admissions for 2026-2027 is officially open! :)
Schedule your in-person prospective parent tour here! These tours are held weekly on Thursdays at 9am; however, you will see other days/times here and there. Advance sign-up is required. Our first tour is Monday, October 6, at 10am!
We will host an Open House for prospective parents, their families and educators, on Saturday, November 8, from 10am-12pm. Register for Open House here.
Complete Your Application
To apply, you will submit an application. We are accepting applications for Bridge Kindergarten (age 5) through 4th Grade for the 2026-2027 school year.
Our application requires a teacher recommendation, most recent report card, birth certificate and a nonrefundable application fee of $100. We do not require admissions testing. The first-round admissions deadline for the 2026-2027 school year is Friday, December 19, 2025.
In the current 2025-2026 school year, we have limited space available in Bridge Kindergarten through Third Grades. We are processing applications and offering enrollment to those who qualify in the order of each received, completed application.
Deadline
Our first-round admissions deadline is December 19, 2025, which means all necessary documentation and a nonrefundable application fee of $100 has been received by this date for first-round consideration.
In the current 2025-2026 school year, we have limited space available in Bridge Kindergarten through Third Grades. We are processing applications and offering enrollment to those who qualify in the order of each received, completed application.
Student Visits
First-round admissions Prospective Student Visits are scheduled in January-February 2026. The school will begin emailing applicants whose applications are complete in January 2026 with their scheduled visit date and time. Meeting your child in-person is an important part of the application process.
Decisions
First-round admissions decisions will be shared via email on March 6, 2026. 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.
First-round admissions new students must confirm their enrollment registration by March 27, 2026.
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.
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 can be paid over 10 months in a monthly installment plan or in a one-time payment at the start of the school year.
*As a new school, we cannot offer financial assistance at this time; however, we are eager to offer this in the future.
$25,965
Registration Fee: $550
Activities Fee: $550
7:45 a.m. to 3:00 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
3:00-5:30 p.m.
Choose 1-5 days/week.
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Questions?
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