Kindergarten-Grade 5 Application

Laurel School accepts applications for Kindergarten–Grade 5 throughout the year. The below checklist outlines the application requirements. All items must be completed before the Admissions Committee will review your application.

We will work with you every step of the way to make the application process a positive and comfortable experience for your family. Please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions at 216-464-0946 or admissions@LaurelSchool.org.

Deadlines & Notifications

JANUARY 19, 2026 (Kindergarten-Grade 12)

Admission application, Scholarship and Variable Tuition applications deadline

JANUARY 19, 2026 (18 Months-Prekindergarten)
Admission application deadline

FEBRUARY 12, 2026
Notification of Admission, Variable Tuition Awards and Scholarships

FEBRUARY 27, 2026
Response due to the School

After FEBRUARY 27, 2026
Rolling admissions as space allows for all grades

Online Application

Download Full Application (pdf)

Kindergarten-Grade 5 Application Checklist

List of 3 items.

Application
- Application (complete online through the above link or print the pdf version)
- $40 non-refundable application fee
- Parent/guardian questionnaire (complete online through the above link or print the pdf version)
- Teacher evaluation for Grades 1-5 to be completed by current teacher (complete online through the above link or print the pdf version)
- Teacher evaluation for Kindergarten to be completed by current teacher (complete online through the above link of print pdf version)
- Records from candidate’s current school (complete online through the above link or print the pdf version)
Student and Parent Visit

The best way to learn more about Laurel is by scheduling a visit. Find out how on our Visiting Laurel page.
Student Screening
- Students are required to complete an academic assessment as part of their application to Laurel.
- Kindergarten assessments will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026.

Upcoming Events

List of 3 events.

Nov

21

Upper School Visit Day
11/21/2025
For students applying to Upper School for the 2026–27 school year, a visit to campus is a meaningful and required part of the application experience. Come see what makes our community so vibrant—and maybe even picture yourself here! For more details and to schedule a visit please contact the Admissions Office at Admissions@LaurelSchool.org or 216.464.0946.

Lyman Campus
Nov

24

Bring Your Friend to School Day (Grades 1-8)
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Does your daughter have a friend at another school who is curious about an all-girls’ education? Invite her to spend the day with your Laurel girl, experiencing the power of interdisciplinary and experiential curriculum while meeting her Laurel friends! This is a favorite event in the Laurel community–space is limited and we may not be able to accommodate every request. Please note that Laurel will not be able to provide before- or after-school care for visitors; guests in Grades 1 and 2 will be at Laurel for a half-day experience.

All Campuses
Dec

5

Upper School Visit Day
12/5/2025
For students applying to Upper School for the 2026–27 school year, a visit to campus is a meaningful and required part of the application experience. Come see what makes our community so vibrant—and maybe even picture yourself here! For more details and to schedule a visit please contact the Admissions Office at Admissions@LaurelSchool.org or 216.464.0946.

Lyman Campus