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Admissions Process

At Sabot School, we look forward to getting to know your family as you explore joining our community. Our admissions process is personal and family-friendly, designed to help us understand each child while giving families a meaningful look at the Sabot experience.


Rooted in The Sabot Approach™, which celebrates curiosity, creativity, and the individuality of every learner, our admissions process reflects the same values that shape our classrooms: thoughtful connection, mutual respect, and authentic learning. From inquiry to enrollment, we strive to make the journey seamless and supportive, guiding your family every step of the way.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

  • Inquire

    Start by submitting an online Inquiry Form to connect with our Admissions Team.

  • Tour

    Register for a Campus Tour to learn more about our programs and see students actively engaged in learning across campus.

  • Application & Documentation

    Submit an Application and required documentation, listed below. 

  • Applicant Visit

    Once we have received your completed application, we will reach out to you to schedule a campus visit for your student applicant.

  • Admissions Decision

    Priority is given to students who have completed the admissions process by January 22, 2027.


    Sabot also accepts applications after January 22 on a rolling basis, as space permits.


IMPORTANT ADMISSIONS DATES

Sabot accepts applications throughout the school year.  Decisions about applications submitted after the deadline will continue on a rolling basis, as space allows.

Applications Open for the 27-28 School Year



Priority Consideration*


  • Priority consideration is given to admissions applicants who have completed the admissions process by January 22, 2027.  The full process takes around 2-3 weeks.


  • Priority consideration is given to applicants who have completed their Clarity Tuition Assistance Application by January 22, 2027. Tuition Assistance Applications are due at the same time as Admissions Applications.

Admissions & Tuition Assistance Notifications


  • Families receive their admissions notification and tuition assistance notification on the same date. Tuition assistance information is included in the enrollment agreement.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION & APPLICANT VISIT

Required Documentation

  • Student records and recommendations are not required for Early Childhood applicants.

Applicant  Visit

  • Early Childhood applicants are scheduled in small groups.  The admissions team will reach out to you with your child's visit.

Students applying to the Early Childhood program must turn two by September 30 of their enrollment year.


Required Documentation

  • One teacher recommendation.

Applicant Visit

  • Kindergarten applicants are scheduled in small groups or individually.  The Admissions Team will reach out to schedule your child's visit.

Assessment

  • There is no assessment required for Kindergarten applicants.

Students applying to Kindergarten must turn five by September 30 of their enrollment year.

Required Documentation

  • One Teacher Recommendation
  • Student Records

Applicant Visit

  • The Admissions Team will reach out to you to schedule a full shadow day. 

Assessment

  • Applicants for Grades 1 - 3 participate in an informal, activity-based assessment during their applicant visit.
  • Applicants for Grades 4 - 5 participate in an online, adaptive screening, which is administered on the afternoon of their applicant visit.

Required Documentation

  • Student Records 
  • Teacher Recommendations: Grade 6 – one teacher recommendation;  Grade 7 - 8 – four teacher recommendations, one from each core subject area (math, science, language arts, and social studies)

Applicant Visit

  • Grades 6-8 applicants experience a full day as a part of the Sabot community. 

Assessment

  • Grades 6-8 applicants participate in an online, adaptive screening, which is administered on the afternoon of the applicant visit date.  

Sabot School admits qualified students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity or expression to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity or expression in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

QUESTIONS?


We are here to answer any questions you may have. Reach out to our Admissions Team at admissions@sabotschool.org.

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