The Mountain School accepts children aged two years and nine months to five years old. A child may begin the first day of the month in which s/he turns two years and nine months. Children attending the Mountain School must be diaper or pull-up free during activity and rest.
PROCESS
STEP 1: Take a Tour
Parent tours take place at 10:00, Monday through Friday, pending confirmation, beginning in mid-October.
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STEP 2: Submit an Application for Admission
Spaces in our school are limited; we recommend that parents submit their child’s application promptly; applications for first-round admissions should be submitted by January 31st, 2023, unless otherwise arranged, for the school year beginning the following September. Second-round applications are accepted, pending space availability.
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STEP 3: Schedule Your Child’s Visit
After applying, we will schedule a playdate-style visit for you and your child. Appointments will be scheduled in January and early February, pending space availability.
STEP 4: Sign the Enrollment Agreement
First-round Enrollment Agreements for the 2023-24 school year will be emailed by March 1, 2023. Please reply within a week by signing the enrollment agreement and submitting a $500 Enrollment & Site Development Fee. The Enrollment & Site Development Fee holds space for the upcoming school year until the first tuition payment is due in May. The Enrollment Agreement is a legal document, and we would like you to review it carefully before signing.
STEP 5: Pay First Tuition
Tuition and fees vary according to the schedule and payment plan you choose. The first tuition payment is due May 1st of the school year, starting in September. Payment details/options are to be provided upon enrollment.
Tuition Assistance
The Mountain School offers tuition assistance based on demonstrated financial need and our available funds. Our maximum award is 40% of the morning program. Please use this link to apply by January 31, 2023.
Sibling Application: The Mountain School gives preference to our current families and siblings for enrollment. The deadline for siblings is November 30, 2023, for start dates during the 2023-2024 school year. If you missed this deadline, please fill out the application as soon as possible, thank you. Please use this link to apply.