How to Apply
The Little School welcomes children and families who are aligned with the school's mission and values.
Our admissions process is designed to provide families with a variety of opportunities to learn about our educational program. We want to help you determine if your child will thrive in our dynamic, hands-on and social learning environment. Developing a strong partnership between our families and the school is key to the success of our program.
Begin the application process by completing the form below. Then read on for information about admissions events and deadlines.
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The official ontime admission process runs from October to March before your child will start in the fall.
We have concluded the first round of applications for the 2026-27 school year. If you are interested in applying for the 2026-27, we may have a few openings so you can still apply to be in the waitpool.
If you want to more about our program and learning community, you can start the process on Ravenna, our online portal. There you first set up a profile and then it will guide you through all the admission steps outlined below.
| Application Deadlines | |
|---|---|
| November 21, 2026 | Preschool through fifth grade current TLS family sibling applications due. |
| January 14, 2027 | Kindergarten through fifth grade elementary applications due. |
| February 14 2027 | Preschool and prekindergarten (early childhood) applications due. |
On time applicants will be notified of acceptance on Friday, March 19. 2027.
Applications for kindergarten through fifth grade received after January 16, 2027 and applications for preschool and prekindergarten received after February 16, 2027 will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applications for Financial Aid are due Thursday, February 4, 2027.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Little School does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or family composition in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, hiring or any other school-administered programs. The Little School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
