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The Child\'s Primary School
  • Apply Now
  • Remote Learning-COVID safety
  • Admissions
    • Application Process
    • Schedule a Tour
    • Tuition and Financial Aid
    • FAQs
    • Testimonials
    • Where Our Graduates Go
  • Kindergarten
  • Lower School
  • Middle School
  • Families
    • Family Portal Login
    • Class Sites
    • Before and After School Care
    • Important Information and Forms
    • Grandparents
    • Alumni
    • Photos
  • Curriculum
    • Curriculum
    • Community Outreach
  • The Big Event
  • Giving
    • Giving at TCPS
    • Ways to Give
    • Annual Giving
    • Annual Auction Event
    • Moveathon – Jogathon Event
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Victoria Kirtay Memorial Fund
  • About TCPS
    • Mission
    • History
    • Board of Directors
    • Faculty and Staff
    • Employment
    • Blog
    • Contact
  • Calendar
  • Quick Links
    • COVID Prevention-Safety Plans
    • Family Portal Login
    • School Supplies List
    • Support TCPS
    • Staff Login

Admissions

Application Process

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2020-2021 Applications

Apply online now by clicking the link below.  Our priority deadline has passed, and we are now considering applications on a rolling admission basis until classes are filled. We have limited openings in select classes including 2nd and 3rd grade. Some grades may have wait lists. Please submit an inquiry, call or email to enquire about your grade of interest.

2021-2022

2021-2022 Applications will be available online beginning in October!  Apply in fall by November 30 for early consideration especially in grades that are currently full and will have limited openings.  Submit applications by February 1, 2021 priority deadline for consideration in the first regular round of consideration. Email our admissions office directly at admissions@tcps.org or submit an online inquiry for more information.  

Kindergarten – 2nd Grade Open House Dates to be announced

All School Open House: TBD

How to Apply

1. Schedule a Tour

Please click here to schedule a tour.  You may also contact us by phone at (858) 576-2120.  During the tour you will have the opportunity to ask questions, visit our classrooms, and learn about what makes The Child’s Primary School (TCPS) a unique educational community. 

2. Apply Online: Click here to start your application today!

  • Complete an Online Application for each student you wish to be considered, which also includes records release and the permission to evaluate, as well as payment of a $125 application fee.
  • Teacher Recommendation – This will be sent by email to your child’s teacher and is to be completed by one of the student’s teachers if in grades K-5, and by two teachers (math, English) for students entering middle school (grades 6-8).

Click here to complete the application online.

3. Schedule an Evaluation

Once all materials are complete, we will schedule a time for your child to meet with one of our teachers for their evaluation. The goal of this 45-minute interview is to begin to get to know your child. 

Following the on-campus evaluation we will let you know if we need any additional information prior to making an admissions determination.

Decisions Timeline

  • We are now in our Rolling Admissions period. Apply ASAP for limited openings for 2020-2021, on a space available basis.
  • Admissions decisions during this period can be expected within 1-2 weeks of the application file and evaluation being completed.

 

AFFORDING PRIVATE SCHOOL

At TCPS we recognize the decision to attend an independent private school represents a significant and important investment in your child’s education.  Independent schools such as TCPS can offer a unique academic experience of small classes and attention from teachers and staff that is highly sought after, but difficult to provide in a larger school environment.  We appreciate your interest in TCPS and strive to assist as many families as possible to make this an affordable choice.

Financial Assistance is Available

Financial assistance is available on a sliding scale for those who qualify. Financial assistance decisions are made by our Admissions Committee with guidance by a third party advisor which administers the application. Please see our Tuition and Financial Assistance page here for important deadlines and information regarding the application process.

*Non-discrimination statement: TCPS values diversity in its students, faculty and staff.  TCPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, orientation, creed or national origin in the administration of its admission, financial aid or employment determination.

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The Child's Primary School
In the San Diego neighborhood of Clairemont
3811 Mt. Acadia Blvd. San Diego, CA 92111

(858) 576-2120
info@tcps.org

  • Mission
  • History
  • Board of Directors
  • Faculty & Staff
  • Employment
  • Application Process
  • Schedule a Tour
  • Tuition
  • FAQs
  • Testimonials
  • Where Our Graduates Go
  • Curriculum
  • Lower School
  • Middle School
  • Before and After School
  • Community Outreach
  • Ways to Give
  • Annual Giving
  • Annual Auction Event
  • Jogathon Fundraiser
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Class Sites
  • Important Info & Forms
  • Grandparents
  • Alumni
  • Photos
  • Blog

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