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Admissions Process

Each prospective family follows these steps to complete the application process:

1. Parent Visit

Prospective parents are invited and encouraged to tour the school and observe classes. To sign up for one of the bi-weekly Wednesdays at WMS Open House presentations and tours, please call (302) 475-0555. The Open House is an opportunity to learn about the school’s Montessori philosophy and curriculum as well as tour the building, observe classes and meet administrative staff. Private tours of the school can also be scheduled directly with Beth Reaves, Admissions & Community Relations Director, by calling (302) 475-0555 ext. 120.

Upcoming dates are:

Explore Kindergarten - 6th grade
April 30th, 2008
9:30-11:00 a.m.

2. Application

Interested families submit an application for their child along with a $50 non-refundable application fee. Families with children applying to Grades 1-6 will then receive a letter from WMS with a Release of Information form and a teacher recommendation form. Parents will need to give these forms to their child’s current school. The applicant’s current school will send the recommendations, transcript and any standardized testing directly to Wilmington Montessori School.

3. Parent Interview/ Student Visit

The Parent Interview and Student Visit will vary depending on the age of the prospective student:

Applicants to the Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten Programs: Prospective parents and students meet privately with one of the Infant, Toddler or Preschool teachers for an informal discussion of classroom procedures, expectations, and objectives.

Applicants to Grade 1: Prospective students visit in one of our Kindergarten classrooms for a half-day ( 8:30am - 11:30am) followed by a parent interview with the Educational Director. During their visit, children will have a brief assessment with a staff member.

Applicants to Grade 2-6: Prospective students visit for a full school day ( 8:15am - 3:00pm) and are evaluated by the Elementary Educational Director. Parents are scheduled for a parent interview with the Educational Director. During their visit, children will have a brief assessment with a staff member.

4. Notification

Decisions for admission are made on a rolling basis throughout the academic year as spaces are available. Parents will receive a response approximately two weeks after all required application materials have been submitted.