Admission to the Day School

The Admissions Committee seeks student applicants who we believe have the best likelihood for a successful and satisfying Day School experience. We seek families who take a strong interest in their children’s development, and will partner positively with us to support their children’s education. Because we are a family-oriented school, we give priority to applicants whose siblings are current Day School students, and welcome applications from alumni families.

Affiliation and practice within a particular movement is not considered in the admissions process. Our community represents the full spectrum of Judaism, with families who make choices commensurate with their values and lifestyle.

The admissions process may include both objective and subjective evaluations, depending on the grade level to which your child is applying. Objective criteria include grades and academic reports from previous schools, and test results. Play parties, interviews and informal meetings with both parents and children provide more subjective insights.

Application Form and Fee

Please complete and return the Application for Admission, consent form and Prospective Parent Questionnaire along with a $75 nonrefundable application fee. Please also download and print the Common Recommendation Forms appropriate for your child's grade level and submit them to your child's current school to be completed and returned to us. The application deadline is December 15, 2008 for nursery and junior kindergarten. For grades senior kindergarten through seven, applications are strongly encouraged by February 2, 2009, but will be accepted as long as spaces remain available.

Additional Documentation

Please provide the Day School with your child's original birth certificate (we will make a copy and return the original), standardized testing results (grades 3-7), and the previous year's report card. We welcome any additional information that would help us better know your child. All documentation must be recieved prior to your child's scheduled school visit.

Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at any point during the application process: admissions [*A*T*] bzaeds [dot] org, or 773.572.1236.