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A Warm Welcome
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We know that the school application process can sometimes be daunting. But you’re not alone. We’re here to answer your questions and help you every step of the way. We welcome you warmly and hope that we can give your child everything they are looking for.
The Application Process
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Step 1: Attend an Open House or Virtual Information Session
Please contact Angela Coombs, Head of School, to schedule an informational session: acoombs@aosj.us or 212-243-5420.
Submit an Admissions Inquiry Here
Step 2: Submit Application
We accept applications on a rolling basis. There is a one-time, non-refundable $50 application fee.
Step 3: Financial Aid Application Deadlines
Financial aid is available to students in all grade levels and awarded based solely on need. The financial assistance deadline for the 2023-2024 school year is December 15, 2023, for returning families. For new applicants, the application for financial aid consideration is November 30, 2023.
Step 4: Interview & Visit
Once your application is processed, we’ll invite your family for an interview and visit. All applicants will be scheduled for a visit. Fifth through eighth grade applicants will also have a one-on-one interview.
Step 5: Testing
School-based testing is administered as needed.
Step 6: Notification
For applications and files completed by Thursday, January 11th, 2024:
Grade Entering
Notification Mailing
Parent Reply Deadline
Pre-K
No earlier than 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 29th
No later than 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 7th
Kindergarten
No earlier than 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 8th
No later than 12:00 pm on Thursday, February 15th
Grades 1-8
No earlier than 4:00 p.m.. on Tuesday, February 13th
No later than 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 14th