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Ready to begin enrollment?

Use the steps below to complete The Calverton School admissions process!

We are excited to take you through the steps to join our vibrant community of exceptional learners.

Step One
Inquire

Complete an online inquiry.

A member of our Admissions Team will follow up with you within 24-48 hours of receiving an online inquiry. 

Also, call us at (410) 535-0216 to speak directly with a member of our admissions team and begin the admission process.

Inquire Online

Step Two
Experience Calverton

Attend an Open House, schedule a private tour, and/or sign your child up for a "Cougar for a Day" shadow visit.

Learn More

Step Three
Apply Online

Submit your online application and the $95 application fee through The Calverton School Admissions Portal.

Apply for financial aid. Need-based financial assistance and merit scholarships are available for qualifying applicants.

Apply Online

Step Four
Testing

Applicants for preschool through grade 8 will participate in admissions testing and observation during their shadow day visit.

Applicants for grades 9 - 12 are required to take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or the Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT).

To register, visit www.iseetest.org (Calverton's code is 210650) or www.ssat.org. HSPT, PSAT/SAT, ACT, or other standardized testing can be submitted for consideration.

Step Five
Important Documents

Requested during the online application process:  

  1. Transcripts to include: academic records, report cards, academic achievements, and awards, attendance records, behavioral records, and standardized aptitude/achievement testing 
  2. Math and English Recommendations (Grades 1 – 11) 
  3. Writing Sample (Grades 6 – 11) 
  4. Homeroom Teacher Recommendation (Grades 1 – 5) 
  5. Early Childhood Assessment (Preschool and Kindergarten) 
  6. Copy of Birth Certificate  
  7. Copy of Immunization Records  

NOTE: Recommendation forms are sent electronically to current teachers/daycare providers. Email addresses are needed.

Step Six
Decision

Completed files will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee for a decision. Final admission decisions are released to families.

Our Admissions Contacts

Dawn Rhoads
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
410-535-0216 ext 1101
Beth Lennon
Associate Director of Admissions for Middle and Upper School
410-535-0216 ext 1111