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Application Process at SSFS

We're glad you're checking out SSFS! 

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey? We'll be your thoughtful guides as you become familiar with our community of curiosity and belonging, get to know yourself/your child on a deeper level, and determine if SSFS is a place you and your family can call home. 

We are currently accepting 2026-2027 Admission Applications. In addition, we are accepting 2025-2026 Admission Applications for mid-year enrollment. Mid-year applications are considered on a rolling admissions basis, space permitting.

Please feel free to contact us at admissions@ssfs.org or submit an inquiry if you are interested in exploring SSFS. We look forward to connecting with you!

First, submit an inquiry:

Submit an InquiryAfter you submit an inquiry, you will receive an email with instructions on how to start your application in the Admission Portal.

Next, apply:

Start Your ApplicationIn order to start your online application, you must first submit an inquiry to obtain your login and password to the Admission Portal.

Application Timeline (2026-2027 Cycle)

sepTEMBER 1, 2025

Online Application Available
 

JanUARY 15, 2026

Priority Application
Deadline
 

february 27, 2026

Admission Decsions Released
 

MARCH-SUMMER 2026

Rolling
Admissions
 

Ready to Get Started?

Learn more about our application process for each grade.

Preschool-Kindergarten

SSFS Application Process : Preschool (Age 3) - Kindergarten

Application process for Preschool (age 3)-Kindergarten

Grades 1-5

SSFS Application Process : 1st grade - 5th grade

Application process for 1st-5th Grade students

Grades 6-8

SSFS Application Process : Grades 6-8

Application process for Middle School students

Grades 9-12

SSFS Application Process : Grades 9-12 Day Students

Application process for our Upper School students