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Admission
Why Choose Epiphany School?
Epiphany School offers an exceptional academic program in a caring environment that nurtures a love of learning, while growing courageous, curious, and confident students. Epiphany students are challenged and engaged by a comprehensive curriculum that includes numerous opportunities to learn and practice leadership skills and live out our values of respect, resourcefulness, and responsibility. Located in the Madrona neighborhood, Epiphany School serves students Pre-K through Fifth Grade and is known for its welcoming and involved community of talented faculty, staff, and families.
I look forward to meeting you soon. Please come tour our beautiful campus and witness our students and faculty accomplish individual goals in a supportive environment.
Please follow the steps below to inquire or apply.
Sincerely,
Greg Jones
Director of Admission
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Our faculty and staff are nourished and inspired by continued professional development and knowledge sharing.
Students grow in foundational knowledge, expand interests through experiential, integrated lessons, and assess their own achievements.
You are vital to our active community where adults and children work together to build and engage in community.
We nurture and develop confident leaders who truly know themselves-in a community that values uniqueness.
Application Deadline:
The Puget Sound Independent Schools deadline is January 11, 2017. After this date, applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Please contact our admission office to inquire about space availability.
Follow these steps to:
Inquire or Apply
Epiphany School is one of the many Seattle area schools that uses Ravenna for online inquiry and application. Through Ravenna you will be able to submit an inquiry, an application, and necessary supplemental forms. Many of these forms are common, shared among multiple schools. Epiphany School’s online application process will open at the end of August 2017. At that time, you can begin submitting your application materials. You also can submit an inquiry at any time, which will allow you to sign up for a group tour and RSVP for our Open House on November 30, 2017.
Please visit our Financial Aid page for information and frequently asked questions regarding financial assistance
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Complete the Application Process
Through Ravenna--
- Inquire or apply
- Register for an admission tour of the school
- Once application is submitted, choose a parent interview time
- Submit a photo of your child and complete parent statement
- Delegate a current teacher (first grade and higher previous year teacher as well) to complete a teacher evaluation
- Submit student records (applicants for grades 1 - 5 only)
- Choose an assessment day in January, February, or March
- Receive electronic decision letter on March 16 respond by March 27
Epiphany School is committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the principle of equal access and opportunity in education and employment and full participation for persons with disabilities in all of its programs and services. Epiphany School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee because of race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, age, sex, marital status, political ideology, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Important Dates
August
September
Register online for Group Tours
October
8: Eastside Independent School Fair, Chinook Middle School, 2-4 pm.
11: Independent School Fair for People of Color (ISFOC). Rainier Community Center 6-8 pm.
17: Seattle Independent School Fair, Northgate 6-8 pm.
18: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am Register through Ravenna
26: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am Register through
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November
2: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
Ravenna
7: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
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8: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
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17: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
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20: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
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29: Epiphany School Group Tour. 9:00-10:30 am. Register through
30: Epiphany School Open House. 6-8 pm
December
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Admission FAQs
- How much is tuition?
- When is the application deadline?
- When should I start the application process?
- How many openings does the school have?
- What is the class size?
- What is the student to faculty ratio?
- Is there an age requirement for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten?
- What is your Sibling Policy?
- Does Epiphany School have a wait list?
- Where do Epiphany School families live?
- How can parents get involved in the life of the school?
- Where do students go after graduation?
- Does the school offer Financial Aid?
- How many students are enrolled at Epiphany School?
- What is the relationship between Epiphany School and Epiphany Church next door?
- What does it mean to be accredited by NWAIS?
How much is tuition?
When is the application deadline?
When should I start the application process?
How many openings does the school have?
Typically, more than 50 percent of our Pre-Kindergarten class is open for new families. The other half is filled by siblings of current students. This means there are generally around 14 seats open in Pre-Kindergarten. We add anywhere from 6 to 10 new students in our Kindergarten program and in other grades based on attrition.
What is the class size?
What is the student to faculty ratio?
Is there an age requirement for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten?
What is your Sibling Policy?
Epiphany School supports its family community with a dedicated sibling policy. Siblings of students currently enrolled at Epiphany School are given preference for admission consideration. Sibling applicants must adhere to the school’s age requirements as well as demonstrate academic and emotional readiness for admission.
Does Epiphany School have a wait list?
Where do Epiphany School families live?
How can parents get involved in the life of the school?
Epiphany School has a long history of parent involvement. All families automatically become members of the Epiphany Parent Council (EPC) and are expected and encouraged to participate in a variety of ways. There are myriad opportunities to Get Involved -- from reading in the classroom, chaperoning a fieldtrip, to co-chairing our auction.
Where do students go after graduation?
Most Epiphany School graduates attend independent middle schools in the region. Eighty percent of our graduates receive acceptance from their first choice school. A few students choose the public school HCC (Highly Capable Cohort) or regular program within their local public school. Schools our students typically matriculate to include: Seattle Academy of Arts and Science, The Bush School, Lakeside School, The Northwest School, University Prep, Forest Ridge of the Sacred Heart, Lake Washington Girls Middle School, Seattle Girls School, and Eastside Preparatory School.
Does the school offer Financial Aid?
Yes! Please go to our Financial Aid page for information, deadlines, and more.
How many students are enrolled at Epiphany School?
What is the relationship between Epiphany School and Epiphany Church next door?
Epiphany School was started by the church 60 years ago and became independent shortly thereafter.
Our History
The school and the church enjoy a strong neighborly relationship. The church graciously provides space for our school performances, special meetings, and Fifth Grade graduation.
Epiphany School has no religion affiliations and welcomes students ad families of all races, religions, and national or ethnic origins.
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