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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 (Early Learners-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

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 17, 2025.

Upcoming Events

List of 3 events.

  • Oct
    9

    Lyman Campus Open House (Grades 6-12)

    Connect with current students and parents, engaging faculty and dynamic staff as you tour Laurel School. Laurel’s Lyman Campus Open House includes a presentation by Head of School Christina Breen and opportunities to learn more about our curriculum, special programming, the admissions process and variable tuition. REGISTER HERE!
    Lyman Campus
  • Oct
    15

    Look@Laurel for Prospective Parents, Grades Kindergarten-2 (Parents Only)

    Take a Look@Laurel and discover the school that will inspire your daughter to think creatively and solve problems through an interdisciplinary curriculum and small classes taught by innovative faculty. Prospective parents will learn about how Laurel puts research into action to create an environment in which girls thrive. REGISTER HERE!
    Lyman Campus
  • Oct
    17

    Look@Laurel for Prospective Parents, Early Learners to Prekindergarten (Parents Only)

    Take a Look@Laurel and discover the school that fosters creativity and imagination in young girls and boys ages 18 months to 5 years through our play-based and cognitively-rich curriculum. Prospective Early Childhood School parents will learn about how Laurel creates an environment in which children thrive.  REGISTER HERE!
    Lyman Campus

Lyman Campus | Laurel School

1 Lyman Circle
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Phone: 216-464-1441
Admissions: admissions@LaurelSchool.org
General: info@LaurelSchool.org

Butler Campus | Laurel School

7420 Fairmount Road
Novelty, OH 44072
Phone: 216-464-1441
Admissions: admissions@LaurelSchool.org
General: info@LaurelSchool.org
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