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A Thoughtful Admissions Process
Our admissions process is designed to help us get to know your child and not just review an application. Each step gives us the opportunity to learn about your child's strengths, interests, and learning style while helping your family determine whether Mead is a good match.
Our team is here to guide you through the process and answer your questions every step of the way.
Application Steps
Submit an Application
Complete our online application to get started.
Provide School Records
Submit report cards and any relevant school information.
Teacher Recommendations
Teacher feedback helps us understand your child as a learner.
Student Visit
Students spend time in a classroom so we can get to know them in a natural setting.
Family Conversation
We connect with you to learn more about your child and answer questions.
How We Evaluate Applicants
At Mead, we're not looking for perfect students. We're looking for children who will thrive in our community.
Our admissions process is holistic because we know that no single test score, report card, or interview tells the whole story. We want to understand who your child is today—and who they have the potential to become.
In our Early Learning Center (Infants–Age 4), we consider each child's developmental readiness, personality, curiosity, and social-emotional growth within Mead's nurturing, play-based environment.
In Kindergarten through Grade 8, we consider each child's academic readiness, learning style, character, and how they engage with new ideas, challenges, and others in a collaborative learning community.
Timing
Infants-Pre-Kindergarten
Applications for admission are considered on a space available rolling admissions basis.
Kindergarten - Grade 8
Before February 1: Families applying for financial assistance are strongly encouraged to complete the application process by February 1 for priority consideration.
After February 1: Admissions are rolling, with key entry points in early childhood, kindergarten, and middle school.
We encourage all families to apply early and stay in close communication with our admissions team throughout the process.
We are here to help
Our admissions team is available to answer questions, walk you through the process, and help you determine next steps.
Call 203-595-9500
Infants-Pre-Kindergarten contact Jesse Santagata jessica_santagata@meadschool.org
Kindergarten-Grade 8 contact Paige Fischer paige_fischer@meadschool.org
