Applying to Gardner School

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Early Applications and Financial Aid Applications due on February 1st, 2024. Applications reviewed throughout the year in classrooms with space for enrollment.

Why do families choose Gardner School for their student?

  • The change in his confidence in all areas of his life is directly due to being at Gardner! He feels heard, important and valued!

    Grandparent of a 3rd grade student

  • I believe [Gardner] provide[s] an educational experience as it should be. The administration and teachers put a strong emphasis on meeting kids where they are at, providing educational opportunities outside the classroom both in their wonderful wetlands and surrounding community, and encourage critical thinking, problem solving, and developing a deep understanding of the world. I have seen how this approach makes a lasting impact on students lives and sparks a love of lifelong learning.

    Alumni parent

  • My son comes home from Gardner School an explorer, a citizen of a community, filled with a wonder about the world. Gardner School provides this for all students and I give because that is what is truly needed in educated people.

    Parent of a 1st grade student

  • CLICK HERE to go to the inquiry form and fill it out.

    Our admission team will contact you to answer any questions and to schedule a tour.

  • After you have submitted your inquiry form, we will reach out to schedule a tour. You are also welcome to schedule online. We welcome children on the tour!

    Tours generally last between 30 to 60 minutes.

  • Families who are applying for admission should submit applications before February 2nd, 2026 for priority consideration. There is a $100 application fee.

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  • All applying students are invited to campus for visitation days as an important step of the application process. Two visit days are recommended for Kindergarten to 6th grade students, and one coordinated playdate or brief visit for our Early Childhood applicants.

    We have two preschool options, and placement typically depends on age. Our Early Childhood team will work with you to decide which is the best option for your family.

  • Families who apply by the February 1st priority deadline can expect decisions as early as mid-February.

    Admissions decisions outside of the early enrollment period are made on case-by-case basis for any remaining openings. Gardner maintains a wait pool for classrooms at full enrollment.

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Gardner admits students of any race, color, gender, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, religion and national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. Gardner does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, religion and national or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship or financial assistance programs and other school-administered programs.