Applying to The Caedmon School
We are delighted that you would like to apply your child to The Caedmon School. We very much look forward to getting to know your family.
The steps necessary to complete the admissions process are described below. We understand that at times this process can seem overwhelming, so we are more than happy to answer any questions. Please call the Admissions office at 212-879-2296 if you have general questions or would like to schedule appointments.
Application
To request an application, you may either call the Admissions office or complete an online application request form. An application for admission should be completed by the parent(s) and submitted with a non-refundable application fee of $50. This fee is waived for all applicants applying for financial aid. The application deadline is November 30. Admission for certain grade levels, however, may be closed before the deadline, due to limited spaces. After November 30, please call the Admissions office to discuss space availability.
Tours/Open Houses
Parents are required to tour the school as part of the admissions process. You may attend a morning tour and/or an evening open house. Reservations should be made as early as possible, since space is limited.
Morning Tour
A morning tour allows visitors to observe children at all grade levels in their classrooms. Tours are conducted by a current Caedmon parent and are followed by a Question and Answer session with the Head of School. Tours are given throughout the week starting at 9:00 am, and lasting until 11:00 am.
Evening Open House
An evening Open House provides an opportunity to meet teachers, administrators, current parents, and 5th grade students. Visitors are able to tour classrooms at all grade levels at this event. The Open Houses begin at 7:00 pm and last until approximately 8:30 pm. Two evening Open Houses are held each fall
Interviews
The Admissions office will call you upon receipt of your application to schedule an interview for your child and an interview for both family member(s). If your child cannot attend his or her interview, or if both parents cannot attend their interview, call the Admissions office as far in advance as possible to reschedule. We want the interview experience to be a positive one, so we do our best to make the time relaxed.
Parent(s) Interview
This meeting with an Admissions Associate lasts for about 45 minutes. It is an opportunity for us to learn about your family and for you to ask questions about the school.
If there are two parents, both parents must attend the interview.
Beginner and Early Program Applicants
Children applying to Beginners or Early Program are interviewed in November, December, and January.
Your child will visit a classroom for 45 minutes with a small group of children and several teachers. The children enjoy the experience of meeting our warm, nurturing teachers and exploring new, exciting materials. Either a parent or caregiver is welcome to bring the child to this appointment.
Kindergarten Applicants
Children applying to Kindergarten are interviewed in groups on Saturdays. This visit lasts for approximately an hour.
While children are visiting a Kindergarten classroom, parents have an informal Question and Answer session with current Caedmon parents.
Applicants to Grade 1 and Above
Children applying to Grade 1 and above are interviewed in November, December, and January.
Your child will visit for 45 minutes with a teacher in a classroom, and then spend approximately 30 minutes in an informal group activity with Caedmon children.
Testing Requirements
All children applying to Kindergarten or above are required to take the standardized tests that are administered by the Educational Records Bureau (ERB). Testing appointments must be scheduled in advance. It is advisable to call ERB as early as possible at (212) 672-9800, since appointments fill up very quickly.
School Transcripts
School records and a confidential teacher reference report are required for applicants currently attending another school. Please give the Transcript and Reference Request form (included in the application package that will be mailed to you) to your child’s current school to formally request that these reports be sent directly to The Caedmon School. Please ask that these reports be submitted no later than January 15.
The Caedmon School does not discriminate against students because of gender, race, religion, color, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in any of the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, color, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies and other school administered programs.
