Thank you for your interest in Washington Episcopal School!
The application process is designed to assist you and the Admissions Committee in making the best placement decision for your child. During any part of the admission process, feel free to contact the Director of Admission and Financial Aid Kim Bair (kbair@w-e-s.org) and Associate Director of Admission Nick Lellenberg (nlellenberg@w-e-s.org) as they are always here to help.
The application deadline for 2020-2021 has passed, but we welcome applications as a few select spaces remain for individual grade levels. Please contact the Office of Admission if you are interested in submitting a late application.
We’d also like to invite you to our Virtual Coffee on August 19, 9-10 a.m. Head of School Danny Vogelman and our Division Directors will give a brief overview of our program, followed by a Q & A. Current WES parents will also be available to answer questions.
However, right now we hope you enjoy this virtual tour.
Our Office of Admission is happy to schedule a Skype phone call or to connect you with teachers, division directors, or current parents-anyone who you think will help you understand the WES learning experience. You can also join us for our Virtual Coffee on August 19.
A parent interview is required. The interview gives the WES admissions team the chance to learn more about your child and your family. You can schedule a parent interview online.
This is the time to share with the admissions team your child’s learning style, personality, interests, hobbies, and educational background. The best way to prepare for the parent interview is to think about a list of your aspirations for your child’s education and any information about your child’s learning or medical needs.
At the end of the interview, both you and the Office of Admission should have a good idea if WES a potential fit for your child.
Not sure what to ask during the Parent Interview? Read a list of private school parent interview questions to help you dig a little deeper and get the information that will truly help you compare one school to another.
Begin your Washington Episcopal School admission application.
Please submit the application with a photo of your child and the application fee. The application takes about 10 minutes to complete, and you may start and save the application as needed before submitting it.
Families with financial needs may request, in writing, a reduction of the application fee.
Once you finish the general online application, you will be prompted to complete the additional requirements as appropriate (i.e. transcripts, recommendations, and testing). Please give yourself a week to two weeks to complete the additional steps.
Required: Must be age 3 by September 30 and potty trained.
Recommendation: Give the Independent School Confidential Recommendation form to your child’s current teacher. Please select the form for Applicants to Nursery-Grade 1.
Visit: Participate in a playgroup with other applicants. Playgroups are scheduled throughout January and involve social and academic assessments.
Teacher Recommendation Form (if applicable)
See our printable admissions checklist for nursery and Pre-K.
Recommendation: Give the Independent School Confidential Recommendation form to your child’s current teacher. Please select the form for Applicants to Nursery – Grade 1.
Testing (OPTIONAL): The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI-IV). Scores are valid and usable for 18 months. Please let us know if you would like to have testing done at WES or if you need assistance finding a tester.
Visit: Spend a morning with the current Pre-Kindergarten class. The visit will be arranged once you have submitted an application.
Recommendation: Give the Independent School Confidential Recommendation form to your child’s current teacher. Please select the form for Applicants to Nursery-Grade 1.
Testing (OPTIONAL): The Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence (WPPSI-IV) is optional for all applicants to Grade 1. Scores are valid and usable for 18 months. Please let us know if you would like to have testing done at WES or if you need assistance finding a tester.
Visit: Applicants to Grade 1 are required to spend a day visiting with their peers in Kindergarten. The visit will be arranged once you have submitted an application.
Recommendation: Give the Independent School Confidential Recommendation form to your child’s current teacher. Please select the form for Applicants to Grades 2 – 8.
Testing: The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V) is OPTIONAL for all applicants applying to Grades 2 – 3. Applicants applying to Grades 4-5 are required to take The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V). Applicants to Grades 6-8 must take either the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). Scores are valid and usable for 18 months.
Transcript: Please submit this form to your child’s current school to request a transcript.
Visit: Applicants to Grades 2-8 are required to spend a day visiting with their peers in their current grade. The visit will be arranged once you have submitted an application.
Click HERE to learn more about tuition and the financial assistance available, as well as how to apply.
Select the checklist that reflects the grade your child is applying for (not currently in)—it is a one-pager that has all the application information you need to know in an easy-to-print format.
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Washington Episcopal School seeks qualified students who can contribute to and benefit from our educational program. All students applying to the school are screened to assess their readiness for the program. Students are selected for admission on the basis of multiple factors and the school’s enrollment at time of application. In all cases, the school retains the right to determine, at its sole discretion, whether or not to select a student for admission or to re-enroll a student.
When there are more qualified candidates than openings available, the school establishes an unranked waiting list. If any openings occur, the admissions committee decides which candidate(s) to offer a position based on the overall profile of the class and the match between the needs and qualifications of the student and the needs of the school.
Siblings of current WES students may apply early and opt to receive early admission decisions which are generally sent in early January.
Washington Episcopal School is committed to having a diverse student population. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, family composition, economic status, or disability. All persons are encouraged to apply.
