Admission
The Admission Process
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Important Dates
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Application Available
The application is now available! -
Application Deadline
Priority Application Deadline:
December 11, 2023
To guarantee a parent/guardian conversation (K) and a campus tour (7-12).
Final Application Deadline:
January 8, 2024 -
Faculty/Sibling Application Deadline
October 6, 2023 -
Decision Notifications for Grades K-12
March 8, 2024 -
Decision Reply Date for Grades K-12
March 15, 2024
Applying to Oakwood, K-6
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Step 1: Apply Online
The application for fall 2024-2025 is now live!
To begin the application process, please click here to create an Oakwood Connected account.
Thank you for considering Oakwood School!
Please Note: Applications for the 2023-2024 school year are closed. To submit a late application, please contact the Admission office at elementaryadmission@oakwoodschool.org. -
Step 2: Parent/Guardian Conversation (Kindergarten ONLY)
Kindergarten applicant families will have a parent/guardian conversation with the Director of Admission, Nancy Goldberg. Please note: children applying for Kindergarten must be 5 years old by September 1, 2024. -
Step 3: Playdate/Screening
All K-6 applicants and parents/guardians will be invited to participate in a grade-level screening. We will inform you of your screening date by January. During these sessions, children will be asked to participate in a variety of activities that will help us get to know them. Parents/guardians will also be able to ask questions related to Oakwood’s curriculum and school life. -
Step 4: Supplemental Forms
Teacher recommendations and transcripts are due to the office no later than January 12, 2024. We prefer items to be updated through the prospective family portal on Oakwood Connected. To download supplemental forms, click here. -
Step 5: Financial Assistance Application
If you are planning to apply for financial assistance, please visit Financial Assistance. For questions, contact Pam Tiangco.
Financial Assistance Application Deadline:
January 14, 2024
Applying to Oakwood, 7-12
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Step 1: Apply Online
The application for fall 2024-2025 is now live!
Please click here to apply.Note: Oakwood School also accepts the Standard Application Online (SAO). To learn more about using the SAO and begin your application, click here! -
Step 2: Secondary Campus Visit & Student Interview
Submit your application early to secure an interview date and campus tour.Once your application is received and processed, you may self-select a campus tour and interview date. Campus tours and interviews are held during the school day. Zoom interviews are available upon request.
The secondary campus is located at 11600 Magnolia Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will meet with an Oakwood Admission Officer and applicants will receive an individual student interview. -
Step 4: Supplemental Forms
In addition to the application and interview, we require transcripts and confidential teacher recommendations from the student's current English and Math instructors, and school Administrator. We prefer items to be updated through the prospective family portal on Oakwood Connected. To download supplemental forms, click here. We must receive these recommendations and school records by January 12, 2024.
Please Note: Oakwood does not require the ISEE. All secondary campus applicants are asked to complete a student statement on the application. This writing sample replaces Oakwood’s requirement of the ISEE and although it will not be graded, it is nonetheless an important opportunity for students to showcase their written communication skills and their perspective on the topic. -
Step 5: Financial Assistance (Optional)
If you are planning to apply for financial assistance, please visit Financial Assistance. For questions contact Pam Tiangco.
Financial Assistance Application Deadline:
January 14, 2024
