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.

Dec

12

Upper School Visit Day
12/12/2025 8:30 AM
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
Dec

15

Variable Tuition Deadline for Current Families

All Campuses
Dec

19

Gator Days: Screening Event for Early Childhood Applicants
8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Children applying to our Early Learners, Preschool, and Prekindergarten programs are invited—along with their parents—to attend Gator Day, a required step in the admission process. During this engaging, play-based morning, applicants will interact with our Early Childhood teachers and future classmates in a warm, nurturing environment designed to gently assess school readiness.

While Preschool and Prekindergarten children play and explore, parents will join Laurel administrators to learn more about our philosophy, curriculum, and what sets Laurel’s Early Childhood program apart. Our Early Learners will screen alongside their parents, making it a welcoming experience for the whole family.

Early Learners (18-36m) will screen 8:30-9:15 am. Preschool and Prekindergarten (3 and 4 year olds) will screen 9:30-10:15 am.

We can’t wait to welcome you to campus and share the joy of learning at Laurel! REGISTER HERE!

Lyman Campus