Application Process

We begin the admissions process for the upcoming fall on February 1st of each year. However, we accept students throughout the school year as space is available. We currently have limited openings for the 2008-2009 school year.

1. Learning About the School - To determine if ACE is the right school for your child, you have these opportunities:

• Information sessions are offered frequently throughout the year and are required for all parents of applying students.
• Parent Observation - With prior arrangement, we are happy to have parents sit in the classroom for a short period of time to see how we teach, what our students are like and how they interact.

2. Qualifying the Child - Once parents have determined that ACE is the school for their child, we require proof of qualification either in the form of a GT letter of acceptance from a public school or submission of IQ test results (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children for children six years and up or the Wechsler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence for children under six). IQ testing is offered at ACE but may also be provided by an independent psychologist. For Preschool admissions, we also offer an abbreviated IQ test and a readiness-for-school evaluation.

3. Shadowing - After qualifying, children spend part or all of the day at the school to observe and experience the school. Following your child's visit, we will call you to discuss your child's experience and our staff's impressions.

4. Submitting a Formal Application - For your child to be considered for admission, you must provide the following:

• ACE Academy Application
• $100 Application Fee
• ACE Parent Questionnaire - We believe you know your child better than anyone. Your thoughtful responses to these questions will help us better understand your child's unique abilities, passions, and needs.
• Adult Recommendations - Please have two adults who know your child well and are not related write brief letters describing your child. These adults may be previous teachers, coaches, music teachers or friends.
• Portfolio (Optional). If your child is proud of a particular piece of work (art, writing, model, etc.) or if you have a product that you wish to share with the school that shows some particular ability or sensitivity you would like us to be aware of regarding your child, we would love to see it. You may mail these with the other forms or bring it with you to the Family Interview.

5. Family Interview - Once we receive the above forms, we will call to arrange a Family Interview. Feel free to ask any questions at that time. Once you accept an appointment for a Family Interview, it is our expectation that you have chosen ACE for your child and are ready to submit a signed tuition agreement and a non refundable deposit check of $750 to hold your child's place. We will send you multiple forms before the meeting for you to read and complete. These include our Health Form, Student Handbook with a signature page and a tuition contract. The balance of tuition will be spread out as stated in the contract depending on the time of year you enroll your child. From the first day that a child begins attending ACE Academy, we allow a one-month trial period after which either the family or the school can part ways with a refund of tuition minus the number of days attended.

6. Acceptance - Formal letters of acceptance will be sent following the Family Interview.

ACE Academy is committed to providing the best possible learning environment for the gifted student, nurturing each child's diverse academic, social and emotional needs with challenging curriculum, warm support and creativity. We look forward to getting to know you and your child during the admissions process.