Important dates

  • October 1

    2026-2027 School Year Applications Open

  • October 1 – February 1

    Accepting Applications / Student Visits

  • February 1

    Priority Application Deadline

  • February 1 – February 28

    Re-enrollment

  • March 6

    Admissions Decisions Go Out

  • March 27

    Common Reply Deadline

Admissions process

Sign for St. Stephen’s Episcopal School and Church outside the building

  • Inquire and visit

    Submit an inquiry and register for upcoming admissions events such as school tours and Open Houses.

  • Submit an Application

    Begin your application process by completing the Online Application and uploading required documents. The fee to submit an application is $147.

  • Student Visit

    After your application has been received, a member of our admissions team will contact you to schedule your child’s visit. Primary students visit for 1/2 a day, while Kindergarten – 8th grade students visit for a full day of school.

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Admissions requirements

Steps to applying15 mo – 2 yearsPK3 – Kindergarten1st – 3rd grade4th – 8th grade
Online applicationRequiredRequiredRequiredRequired
Report cards–Required if the student has attended another school prior to applying at St. Stephen’sRequiredRequired
Teacher referral–Required if the student has attended another school prior to applying at St. Stephen’sRequiredRequired
Standardized test results–––Required
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Which grade level will my child be entering?

We look forward to guiding you through the process of application and enrollment. Please refer to the chart below to find the appropriate application based on your child’s age by September 1st 2026.

  • Orientation

    15 months – 2 years

  • Primary

    PK 3 – Kindergarten

  • Lower Elementary

    1st – 3rd Grade

  • Upper Elementary

    4th – 6th Grade

  • Middle Years

    7th – 8th Grade

FAQ's

Do we need to be Episcopalian to attend?

No. Families and students are not required to be Episcopalian to attend. We warmly welcome students from all religious backgrounds, as well as those with no religious affiliation.

Children entering our program at an older age, particularly without prior Montessori experience, may go through a brief transition period. During this time, they become familiar with the classroom environment and receive introductory lessons on how to use the Montessori materials. This adjustment phase typically progresses quickly and does not impact the child’s long-term academic growth.

Yes. We offer mid-year enrollment based on availability, and the standard application process applies.

Students who transition from Montessori to traditional learning environments tend to excel. The Montessori approach—rooted in independence, time management, and self-directed learning—cultivates strong executive functioning skills. As a result, our students are well-prepared, confident, and eager learners who adapt successfully to a wide range of educational settings.

What the community is saying

St. Stephen's has a wonderful school culture that is kind, caring and peaceful. The staff are all wonderful and seem to be happy to be working with each other and the children. I love that the children get the chance to learn and grow at their own pace with the guidance of an extraordinary staff.
SSESH Parent
We love the culture and environment, small class sizes, and the school’s passion for helping students reach their full potential- you can feel this energy as soon as you walk on campus.
SSSH Parent
We love how caring, friendly and hard working the teachers are. Our child is very happy each day when we pick him up. We love that the school has so many activities for parents to get involved and know the community.
SSSH Parent
St. Stephen's is a very welcoming school and I feel like my child is becoming a more independent person day by day.
SSSH Parent
We have been incredibly impressed by everything the school offers. The quality of the education, the amazing staff, and the beautiful campus have all blown us away. We have already made fast friends with other students and families through the wonderful community meet ups and events. Most importantly our daughter actually wants to go to school in the morning and that is the highest endorsement I can think of.
SSESH Parent
St. Stephen’s has the most welcoming environment. The staff are very pleasant and seem genuinely interested in getting to know our child and our whole family.
SSESH Parent
SSESH is a nurturing, welcoming community that celebrates diversity and excels at following the child. My kids are curious about learning, enjoy the outdoors, and interact with kids of all ages, as well as grownups. They have learned independence and kindness.
SSESH Parent
The school is welcoming of everyone. I truly feel like my child is safe and cared for by the teachers. She is flourishing academically and she is happy there.
SSESH Parent
The teachers go above and beyond to ensure their students are receiving the best education academically but also socially and it feels like our children are really being nurtured in the classroom. We also love the community and how easy it is to interact and communicate with the staff and other parents. St. Stephen’s feels like part of our extended family.
SSESH Parent
Everyone is welcome isn’t just an empty slogan. You can see it in action every single day. So many different people from such diverse backgrounds all coming together and learning. It makes me heart sing!
SSESH Parent
We love the faculty and culture of family. It feels like a village. I love that my children are seen holistically, and that they are treated with deep levels of care and respect.
SSESH Parent
Our family loves the inclusivity, caring atmosphere, and engaging and versatile curriculum.
SSESH Parent
My child is taught to think big, self-regulate, and be curious. I love the school's inclusiveness, which is demonstrated at all levels. The teachers are excited to teach and engage with the kids. It is really such a great environment.
SSESH Parent
We love the teachers and staff. Love the small class sizes and the fact that it is such a close knit community.
UE parent
The community is the best!
Primary parent
I love that we have found a school that supports both our kids in their own unique ways, and does so exceptionally well
Primary parent
The environment of the school is so welcoming and the teachers so loving and nice.
Primary parent
We love the community and the emphasis placed on the school being a kind, welcoming place for all. We also love the staff - a group of dedicated people who really care about the students.
LE parent
Great education, nurturing environment, and wonderful community.
Primary parent
The teachers and staff are wonderful!
Primary parent
I value that my child be themself with no judgement. The school embraces their unique personality and elevates their strengths.
UE parent
I love that my child is enjoying learning independently and proud of her accomplishments. I also love that she enjoys going to school again!
Primary parent
The teachers and staff are amazing
Orientation parent
St. Stephen’s quickly became synonymous with home—a place where every individual is truly known, supported, and encouraged to grow. As educators, we are empowered to pursue our passions through meaningful professional development, allowing that enthusiasm to inspire curiosity and a love of learning in our students. The St. Stephen’s community has made me feel seen, valued, and invested in both as a teacher and a person.
SSESH Faculty Member
Working at St. Stephen's answered a yearning I felt in the public sector to intervene in student learning the very moment that academic stressors began impacting a child, rather than waiting for paperwork and a formalized placement, whilst crafting a program, based on scientific evidence in student literacy and numeracy, that is responsive to the academic needs of all learners.
SSESH Learning Specialist
Working at St. Stephen’s has been such a rewarding experience because I have the privilege of caring for incredible students each day while being surrounded by a genuinely supportive and compassionate faculty and staff. The close-knit community makes everyone feel valued, creating an environment where both students and employees can truly thrive
School Nurse
I’m so proud to be a member of this amazing team who is so deeply committed to both academic excellence and the wellbeing of our students. The passion, heart and care they put into their work each day is visible in the smiling faces of our students.
SSESH Faculty member
From the moment I joined the SSESH community, I felt welcomed and supported. I am incredibly grateful to be part of such a warm, collaborative, and engaging environment
SSESH Faculty