Independent Private School in Clark County
Welcome To Gardner School Of Arts & Sciences
How To Apply
Here’s the steps in the application process so you know what to expect.
0104Fill Out Online Admissions Inquiry Form
Let us know you’re interested. Once we hear from you, our team will reach out to answer questions and share more about Gardner.
You can fill out the form, here.
02Schedule A Tour
Come see the campus, meet faculty, and get a feel for the Gardner difference. Tours run year-round. You can book using this link!
03Submit An Application
Ready to move forward? Complete your application online and pay the $100 fee. We review applications on a rolling basis. If your family would benefit from assistance, submit a Financial Aid Application at the same time.
Schedule A Student Visit
All applicants participate in campus visit days as an essential part of the admission process. These visits help us get to know each child and ensure the best possible fit and placement. Kindergarten through Grade 6 applicants attend two visit days, and Early Childhood applicants attend one.
05Admissions Decision
Families who apply during our early enrollment period will receive admission decisions by mid-March. After that, we continue to review applications individually based on available space. If a class is fully enrolled, we maintain a wait pool and stay in close touch with families as openings arise.
Get Your Questions Answered!
For Main Campus enrollment questions, contact:
Dave Provost
dprovost@gardnerschool.org
Take A Tour!
Book directly through the link below and you can view our campus.
2025-2026 Tuition Rates And Fees
Tuition rates vary by grade level.
Contact our admissions team or attend an information session if you’d like to know more. We’re happy to walk you through the numbers.
Private Clark County Education for Everyone
Financial Aid Information
Gardner is committed to socioeconomic diversity. We invest significantly in financial aid each year. Awards are based on demonstrated need, and all applications are reviewed confidentially.
We encourage families to apply for financial aid if it can make a difference in affording a Gardner School education for their child.
of families receive
need-based financial aid
Financial aid represents
approximately
of total school revenue
Payment Plans
The Gardner School offers the following tuition payment plans and uses FACTS to collect tuition payments for plans A - D. The $1,000.00 non-refundable re-enrollment fee will be applied to the total cost of tuition.
Plan A: Single payment due in July 2026
Plan B: Semi-annual payments due in July 2026 and January 2027
Plan C: Triple payments due in July 2026, November 2026, and March 2027
Plan D: Ten-month payments due July 2026 - April 2027
Any questions about payment plans?
Contact Director of Finance
Sheila FitzPatrick, at sfitzpatrick@gardnerschool.org.
FAQs
Clark County Early Childhood Education
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We encourage all families considering our school to take a tour. Tours run year-round, individually or in small groups. You'll see the campus, observe classrooms, meet faculty, and get your questions answered.
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All applications for the upcoming school year, including financial aid applications, should be submitted by February of the same year. Current families and siblings get priority enrollment; any open spaces are offered to new families starting mid-March as space allows.
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Yes. If your desired grade is full, we keep active waitlists. If spots open throughout the year, we'll reach out.
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Our main campus serves preschool (age 3) through 6th grade. Our Country Friends campus in Hockinson provides early learning starting at 18-months.
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Gardner is progressive, experiential, and community-centered. Our five-acre campus, integrated arts, small class sizes, and commitment to knowing each child set us apart from traditional private schools.