Admission
Visiting Oakwood
Our prospective family calendar is brimming with engaging events designed to introduce you and your family to the diverse landscape of an Oakwood School education.
Create and manage your Oakwood Connected account to view, edit, and add events. Oakwood Connected serves as the primary hub for verifying dates, received items, and a host of other pertinent information. Stay connected and follow us on Instagram for an exclusive glimpse into the remarkable journey that lies ahead.
Submit an inquiry below to register for prospective family events and to join our mailing list. RSVPs are required for all events.
Submit an inquiry below to register for prospective family events and to join our mailing list. RSVPs are required for all events.
IMPORTANT DATES
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APPLICATION AVAILABLE
— Tuesday, July 1, 2025 -
APPLICATIONS DUE
Priority Applications:
— Friday, November 21, 2025
(to guarantee a parent/guardian conversation for Kindergarten-1st Grade and/or a campus tour for grades 7-12)
Final Application Deadline:
— Friday, December 12, 2025 -
FACULTY/SIBLING APPLICATIONS DUE
— Tuesday, September 30, 2025 -
SUPPLEMENTAL FORMS
— Friday, January 9, 2026 -
DECISION NOTIFICATION FOR ALL GRADES
— Friday, March 13, 2026 -
DECISION REPLY DATE FOR ALL GRADES
— Friday, March 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Elementary Campus (Grades K-6)
Please complete an online inquiry to register to attend the following events and to join our mailing list. If at any point you would like to view, edit, or add events, simply login to your Oakwood Connected account. As a general rule, your Oakwood Connected account is the central location to verify dates, items received, and much more.
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K-1 Prospective Parent/Guardian Mornings
Prospective Parent/Guardian Mornings are for parents & guardians who wish to learn more about Oakwood's elementary campus. Applications need not be submitted to attend.
Note: Each event is grade-specific. Be sure to select the appropriate event.
*If your child is not applying until Fall 2027, we ask that you attend a Prospective Parent/Guardian Morning in Spring of 2026.— September 25, 2025— October 16, 2025— October 28, 2025
— November 11, 2025
— December 11, 2025
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Curriculum and Pathways (Kindergarten - 6th Grade)
Our Curriculum and Pathways events are for 2026-2027 prospective Kindergarten-6th grade parent(s) & guardian(s) who wish to learn more about Oakwood School’s elementary campus programs. The same programming is offered on two separate dates. Please sign up for only one date, as space is limited.
— September 4, 2025
— November 10, 2025
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Secondary Campus Prospective Parent Open House (5th-6th Grade applicants only)
Join us on campus for an engaging glimpse into life at Oakwood's Secondary Campus. You and your child will have the opportunity to visit classrooms, connect with faculty and students, and explore our the school community through interactive experiences.Please note: The Saturday, October 11, Prospective Family Open House and the Saturday, November 15, are the same events.
— Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
— Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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5th & 6th Grade Virtual Prospective Student Information Session
Our 45-minute student information sessions are designed to provide prospective students with an overview of the many opportunities available at Oakwood. This presentation will include an overview of programs and a Q & A portion. We ask that your child be a current 4th-5th grade student planning to apply for the 2026-2027 school year. The Zoom link will be sent the day before the event. Student-only event.
November 18, 2025 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM -
Belonging at Oakwood
This event for prospective parents/guardians is designed to illustrate how Oakwood is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every member of our community is valued and feels a sense of belonging. Student and faculty leaders from the various affinity and mentorship groups will discuss their programs and offer insight into the ways students of color and same-gendered families are supported at Oakwood.
— December 4, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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K-6 Secondary Campus Information Session
Join members of the Secondary Campus Admission Team for an overview of the programs and opportunities available for students in grades 7-12. Whether you are considering 6th grade or even Kindergarten, we recommend attending this event for a more in depth look at the benefits of Oakwood’s K-12 structure. The morning will conclude with a panel of current students who matriculated from the elementary campus.
— January 10, 2026 -
5th - 6th Grade Applicant PJ Q&A with Current Students
Hey applicant students! Put on your pajamas and join current Oakwood students for trivia and an informal chat about what it’s really like to be an Oakwood student! You bring your questions and we will provide treats and hot cocoa. Students will cover everything from lockers to language arts to lunch. Can't wait to see you there! Middle School Student-only event.
*Application is required to attend.
Oakwood Secondary Campus
— January 24, 2026 -
Parent/Guardian Affinity Gatherings
These parent/guardian affinity gatherings are thoughtfully designed to cultivate deeper connections and provide a more meaningful, inclusive experience for all participants. They offer prospective families a unique opportunity to engage with our current parents/guardians in a more authentic and personal way.
*Application is required to attend.
Jewish Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Jewish parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Jewish children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Jewish or parents/guardians with Jewish-identifying children.
— January 8, 2026
Latinx Affinity Gathering
Please join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Latinx parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Latinx children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Latinx or parents/guardians with Latinx-identifying children.
— January 15, 2026APISA+ Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) or parents/guardians with Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) identifying children.
— January 22, 2026
LGBTQ+ Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current LGBTQ+ parents/guardians and parents and guardians with LGBTQ+ children. This event is open to parents/guardians identifying as LGBTQ+ or parents/guardians with LGBTQ+ identifying children.
— January 29, 2026
Black Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Black parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Black children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Black or parents/guardians with Black-identifying children.
— February 5, 2026
Access to event registration will be available soon.
Secondary Campus (Grades 7-12)
Please complete an online inquiry to register to attend the following events and to join our mailing list. If at any point you would like to view, edit, or add events, simply login to your Oakwood Connected account. As a general rule, your Oakwood Connected account is the central location to verify dates, items received, and much more.
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Prospective Family Open House
Join us on campus for an engaging glimpse into life at Oakwood's Secondary Campus. You and your child will have the opportunity to visit classrooms, connect with faculty and students, and explore our the school community through interactive experiences. Due to space limitations, this event is reserved for 5-12 grade families applying/inquiring for the 2026-2027 school year.Please note: The Saturday, October 11, Prospective Family Open House and the Saturday, November 15, are the same events.
— Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
— Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Virtual Prospective Student Information Sessions
These 45-minute student information sessions are designed to provide prospective students with an overview of the many opportunities available at Oakwood. This presentation will include an overview of programs and a Q&A portion. We ask that your child be a current 6th-11th grade student planning to apply for the 2026-2027 school year.
All student information sessions will be held from 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM.
Middle School (Grade 7th-8th):
— September 30, 2025
— November 6, 2025
High School (Grade 9th-12th):
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Belonging at Oakwood
This event for prospective parent(s)/guardian(s) is designed to illustrate how Oakwood is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every member of our community is valued and feels a sense of belonging. Current students and faculty leaders from the various affinity and mentorship groups will discuss their programs and offer insight into the ways students of color and same-gendered families are supported at Oakwood.— December 4, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Access to event registration will be available soon. -
Parent/Guardian Affinity Gatherings
These parent/guardian affinity gatherings are thoughtfully designed to cultivate deeper connections and provide a more meaningful, inclusive experience for all participants. They offer prospective families a unique opportunity to engage with our current parents/guardians in a more authentic and personal way.
An application is required to attend.
Jewish Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Jewish parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Jewish children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Jewish or parents/guardians with Jewish-identifying children.
— January 8, 2026
Latinx Affinity Gathering
Please join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Latinx parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Latinx children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Latinx or parents/guardians with Latinx-identifying children.
— January 15, 2026APISA+ Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) or parents/guardians with Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian (APISA+) identifying children.
— January 22, 2026
LGBTQ+ Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current LGBTQ+ parents/guardians and parents and guardians with LGBTQ+ children. This event is open to parents/guardians identifying as LGBTQ+ or parents/guardians with LGBTQ+ identifying children.
— January 29, 2026
Black Affinity GatheringPlease join us for an evening of light bites and dialogue with current Black parents/guardians and parents and guardians with Black children. This event is open to parents/guardians who identify as Black or parents/guardians with Black-identifying children.
— February 5, 2026
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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. -
Applicant PJ Q&A with Current Students (Grades 7-8)
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL APPLICANTS (GRADES 7-8):
Hey applicant students! Put on your pajamas and join current Oakwood students for trivia and an informal chat about what it’s really like to be an Oakwood student! You bring your questions and we will provide treats and hot cocoa. Students will cover everything from lockers to language arts to lunch. Can't wait to see you there! Middle School Student-only event. *Application is required to attend.
— January 24, 2026
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9th Grade Visiting Day
This is a great opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the Oakwood community and get a feel for what it’s like to be a student here. We’ll kick off the day with a light breakfast, followed by the chance for students to hear from current students and key people who will be influential throughout their high school journey. They’ll also get to participate in a sample class, offering a hands-on glimpse into Oakwood’s dynamic, engaging approach to learning.
— Tuesday, February 24 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
