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Assess if your student may be a great fit!

​A critical first step of our admissions process is ensuring that all prospective families are familiar with the core values of SNA. Please review:

• Mission & Philosophy

• The Ideal Candidate

• DEIB Statement

• Immunization Policy

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Submit an inquiry

Submit an inquiry with our online form to request an introductory phone call with our Director of Admissions.

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Complete and submit all application materials & fee

After the introductory phone call, the Director of Admissions will provide the applying family with all required materials. All applicants must pay an application fee at this stage.

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Schedule a student shadow day

If a completed application passes a preliminary review, we'll discuss options to schedule a student shadow day.

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Admissions decision is delivered

The Admissions Committee reviews all application materials and Shadow Day feedback from teachers before arriving at an admissions decision. Families are informed of decisions by mail.

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Requirements

No application will be considered complete and ready for review until all required steps are completed and all elements are submitted. Receipt of application admissions materials must be confirmed by a representative of the Admissions Committee.

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Kindergarten Cut-Off

To be eligible to apply to SNA kindergarten program, students must turn 5 by September 30th of the corresponding academic year. For students who do not meet the minimum age requirement or could use an extra year for social-emotional or academic readiness, we recommend our interim-kindergarten program.