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Getting Started<\/a> | Admission Events<\/a> | Tuitions and Fees<\/a> | International Students<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>
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Getting Started<\/h1>\n

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For more information, contact us at admissions@westwoodschool.org<\/a> or 972-239-8598.<\/p>\n

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Steps to Admission<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”12″][vc_accordion active_tab=”false” collapsible=”yes” style=”accordion” title=”Steps to Admission”][vc_accordion_tab title=”Step One – Tour or Attend an Admissions Event” title_color=”#00853e” background_color=”#f9f9f9″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728870569398{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]We invite you to visit us at one of our admissions events or by scheduling a personal tour! Tours are available Monday-Friday mornings by appointment. Email admissions@westwoodschool.org<\/a><\/strong> or call 972-239-8598 to schedule your tour today.<\/p>\n

Students entering 4th grade through 6th grade are welcome to join their parents on the tour. Students entering 7th grade through 12th grade are required to be present for the tour.<\/p>\n

You can find more information about our upcoming admissions events here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A tour is not required to submit an application, but we highly recommend that families visit Westwood to better understand our philosophy, culture, and community.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Step Two – Apply” title_color=”#00853e” background_color=”#f9f9f9″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1729628181387{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Ready to apply?<\/strong> Go to westwoodschool.org\/inquire<\/a><\/strong> to submit an inquiry. Once you complete the form, you will receive an email within one business day with instructions on how to login to your admissions portal and access your admissions checklist, which details all of the remaining steps to admission, including your application and any necessary paperwork or recommendations.<\/p>\n

If you already have an account<\/strong>, go to westwoodschool.myschoolapp.com<\/a><\/strong> to login and continue completing your admissions checklist.<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”12″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1729438045348{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]There is a $150 application fee.<\/p>\n

The 2025-2026 school year application deadline is January 10th, 2025<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Step Three – Visit Days (Kindergarten and up)” title_color=”#00853e” background_color=”#f9f9f9″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702933224114{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]After all parts of your application are submitted (including teacher recommendations), we will contact you to schedule one or two visit days where your student will get to shadow a current Westwood student.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_accordion_tab][vc_accordion_tab title=”Step Four – Family Interview” title_color=”#00853e” background_color=”#f9f9f9″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1702933421466{margin-top: -25px !important;}”]Admission interviews are scheduled for January, February and future months as openings are available. The interview consists of a general discussion about the school, The Westwood Way, Montessori philosophy, and philosophy of the International Baccalaureate. Parents are invited to bring their questions. The interview will last approximately 60 minutes.<\/p>\n

Toddler\/Primary (12 months – 4 years)<\/strong>
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Important Admissions Dates<\/h2>\n

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Applications Due<\/strong> – January 10th, 2025
\nAdmissions Decisions Sent Home<\/strong> – March 14th, 2025<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Westwood School has provided my child with the best possible educational environment. They have outdone themselves making us feel welcome and a vital part of their school community, and they truly go the extra mile to ensure that each child meets his\/her educational potential. I couldn’t be happier.<\/em>\u201d<\/span>
\n \u2014 T. Chandler<\/span><\/h5>\n

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