" The poorest education
that teaches self control
is better than
the best that neglects it. "
                                                  (Dorothy Nevil)

The procedure for admission is intended to acquaint prospective parents and students with the school and its philosophy. Furthermore, it is designed to give assurance that the goals parents have for their children are compatible with the mission and philosophy of the school and that the applicant is compatible with the staff and the students enrolled in the school. If you are interested in pursuing admission to the school, please follow this procedure:

SCHEDULE A VISIT AND INTERVIEW WITH THE DIRECTORS. Please bring the applicant(s) applying for admission to the interview. This is an opportunity for you and your child(ren) to meet Dr. and Mrs. Anderson, ask questions and visit the campus. Friends of the applicant (student) are requested not to attend this interview.

COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORMS, and return these together with the nonrefundable application fee to the campus administrator. The application fee is $125.00 and covers all costs associated with applying for admission including the interview with consulting psychologist, Dr. David J. Welsh.

SUBMIT A PORTFOLIO OF INFORMATION about the applicant. This may include test scores (achievement, aptitude or ability), historical records  (report cards/grades), samples of creative production, scrapbook(s), contact sheet, resume/vita, checklist(s) of characteristics, list(s) of awards and recognitions, letter(s) of recommendation or other any items which evidence the applicant's aptitude, achievements and potential. Please submit copies only. Items submitted in the application/portfolio are placed in the permanent record and become the property of The Anderson Private School. The portfolio can not be returned.

SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW WITH THE CONSULTING PSYCHOLOGIST. Contact the office of Dr. David J. Welsh at 817 / 735 / 8299 to make an appointment. Dr. Welsh will assist in ascertaining the qualifications of the applicant(s). The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) are also expected to participate in the interview.

Would you like someone from the Anderson School to contact you to further discuss the school? and fill out the inquiry form.

A REVIEW OF THE APPLICATION. will be conducted by the selection committee. This committee will: (a) Approve the applicant for admission and a six week observation (probation) period or (b) Request additional information or (c) Deny placement. An appeal may be made to the selection committee.

SUBMIT TUITION PAYMENT. Upon acceptance, it is important to make a tuition payment in order to reserve a place for the school year. There are three payment options available (see Tuition & Fees).

SCHEDULE THE OBSERVATION PERIOD. The approved applicant will spend approximately six weeks in an appropriate class. At this time, the campus director and the instructor(s) will conclude a formal and an informal evaluation. Also, a determination will be made to insure that appropriate bonding between the child and the teacher(s) can be established and that the applicant and other students in the school are compatible.

FINAL PLACEMENT will be authorized or denied through notification to the parent(s) or guardians. All approvals, authorizations, records and fees must be submitted and recorded. Final placement is made to the school based upon the decision of the selection committee.

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Last Updated "8/3/08"
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