Admissions Process
Thank you for your interest in Sun valley Community School.
Our students are curious, engaged, and ready to explore—in the classroom, in the outdoors, on the stage, or wherever else their passions lead them. We seek students who are eager to learn, to connect with their community, and to grow into their best selves.
Application Process
- Early Childhood Center (ECC)
- Kindergarten
- Grades One through Five
- Grades Six through Twelve
- Boarding Program
- Sun Valley Ski Academy
Early Childhood Center (ECC)
Application Procedure
As part of the admissions process, Sun Valley Community School requires specific documents to assist in the selection of students. The school cannot make enrollment decisions until all documents have been received. Below is an admissions checklist.
We accept applications beginning September 15 for the following school year. Please be certain that all documents are completed and submitted to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
Requirements
Applicants to the ECC must have reached two years of age by September 1 of the year of entrance. Children who have reached four years of age by September 1 of the year of entrance are encouraged to attend the five-days/week program (8 a.m. to 1 p.m.).
We require the following for a complete application:
An Application Form
Completing the application form is the first step in our admissions process. Please complete the Community School Application Form online. Should you need a pdf version, please contact our office.
Please indicate on the ECC application which program (three-days, four-days, or five-days/week) you prefer. We strive to balance the class in terms of gender, the ages of the children, and teacher/student ratios; consequently, we are not able to accommodate all requests. Also, please indicate if you are interested in our after-school care program (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.).
A Parent Statement
We consider parents to be an integral part of a child's education. Your description of your child will help us understand him or her better. Please complete the Parent Statement and include it with your child's application .
A Teacher Feedback Form
If your child has been enrolled in a preschool program, please provide your child’s current teacher with this form and have him or her complete and submit it to the Admissions Office.
A Tour or Visit
Please contact the Director of Admissions (admissions@communityschool.org or 208.622.3960, ext. 117) to schedule a tour of our campus and a meeting with the Elementary School Head.
Kindergarten
Application Procedure
As part of the admissions process, Sun Valley Community School requires specific documents to assist in the selection of students. The school cannot make enrollment decisions until all documents have been received. Below is an admissions checklist.
We accept applications beginning September 15 for the following school year. Please be certain that all documents are completed and submitted to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
Tuition Assistance
Parents interested in applying for financial aid should notify the Admissions Office at the time of application. Financial Aid awards are based on the need of the family and the availability of funds. Admissions decisions are made without regard to financial need. Financial Aid applicants must submit a separate Financial Aid Application. Please visit the Tuition Assistance page on our website to learn more.
Requirements
Sun Valley Community School requires that a kindergarten applicant turns five by September 1 of the year of enrollment.
Application Form
Completing the application form is the first step in our admissions process. Please complete the Sun Valley Community School Application Form online. Should you need a pdf version, please contact our office.
Applicant Photo (optional)
Please upload a photo of the applicant with the application form.
Parent Statement
We consider parents to be an integral part of a child's education. Your description of your child will help us understand him or her better. Please complete the Parent Statement and include it with your child's application .
Teacher Evaluation Form
Please provide your child's current preschool teacher or daycare provider with the Teacher Evaluation Form and have him or her submit it to the Admissions Office before the application deadline.
Tour and Visit
Please contact the Admissions Office or call 208.622.3960 to schedule a tour of our campus and a meeting with Elementary School Head.
Kindergarten Visit
Kindergarten applicants are invited to visit the school for a half day. Please contact the Admissions Office or at 208.622.3960 to learn more.
Grades One through Five
Application Procedure
As part of the admissions process, Sun Valley Community School requires specific documents to assist in the selection of students. The school cannot make enrollment decisions until all documents have been received. Below is an admissions checklist.
We accept applications beginning September 15 for the following school year. Please be certain that all documents are completed and submitted to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
Tuition Assistance
Parents interested in applying for financial aid should notify the Admissions Office at the time of application. Financial Aid awards are based on the need of the family and the availability of funds. Admissions decisions are made without regard to financial need. Financial Aid applicants must submit a separate Financial Aid Application.
Please visit the Tuition Assistance page on our website to learn more.
Application Form
Completing the application form is the first step in our admissions process. Please complete the Sun Valley Community School Application Form online. Should you need a pdf version, please contact our office.
Applicant Photo (Optional)
Please upload a photo of the applicant with the application form.
Parent Statement
We consider parents to be an integral part of a child's education. Your description of your child will help us understand him or her better. Please complete the Parent Statement and include it with your child's application.
Teacher Evaluation: Homeroom Teacher
Please provide your child's current homeroom teacher with the Teacher Evaluation Form and have him or her submit the completed form to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
School Records Request
Please provide the appropriate official at your child's current school with the School Records Request and have records submitted to Community School before the application deadline.
Visit
We ask applicants for grades one through twelve to spend a day in class with our students. Classroom visits offer an excellent opportunity for prospective students and our faculty to get acquainted. Please contact the Admissions Office or call 208.622.3960 to arrange a date.
Grades Six through Twelve
Application Procedure
As part of the admissions process, Sun Valley Community School requires specific documents to assist in the selection of students. The school cannot make enrollment decisions until all documents have been received. Below is an admissions checklist.
We accept applications beginning September 15 for the following school year. Please be certain that all documents are completed and submitted to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
Financial Aid
Parents interested in applying for financial aid should notify the Admissions Office at the time of application. Financial Aid awards are based on the need of the family and the availability of funds. Admissions decisions are made without regard to financial need. Financial Aid applicants must submit a separate Financial Aid Application. Please visit the Tuition Assistance page on our website to learn more.
Application for Admission
Complete the Sun Valley Community School Application Form online. Should you need a pdf version, please contact our office.
Applicant Photo (Optional)
Please upload a photo of the applicant with the application form.
Parent Statement
We consider parents to be an integral part of a child's education. Your description of your child will help us understand him or her better. Please complete the Parent Statement and include it with your child's application.
Applicant Response
Complete and submit form by application deadline.
Writing Sample
Complete and submit form by application deadline.
Teacher Evaluation: English or Social Studies
Provide your child's English or social studies teacher with an evaluation form and have him or her complete and submit by the application deadline.
Teacher Evaluation: Math or Science
Provide your child's math or science teacher with an evaluation form and have him or her complete and submit by the application deadline.
School Records Request
Please provide the appropriate official at your child's current school with the School Records Request and have records submitted to Sun Valley Community School before the application deadline.
Admission Testing
Sun Valley Community School requires that applicants to grades six through twelve take the SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test).
Please pre-register for the test at SSAT.org. The SSAT code for Community School is 2547.
In order to meet our application deadline, students must take the November, December, January, or February test.
We offer SSAT testing on our campus on the following dates:
- Saturday, October 19, 2019
- Saturday, November 16, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Saturday, January 4, 2020
- Saturday, February 8, 2020
- Saturday, March 7, 2020
- Saturday, April 25, 2020
- Saturday, June 13, 2020
If you're unable to test on the dates above, please contact the Admissions Office, and we can work together to accommodate your schedule.
Sun Valley Community School also accepts ISEE, ERB, and/or PSAT/SAT test results.
Visit
All Middle and Upper School applicants are required to visit the school for one full day. On the day of the visit, applicants for grades six through twelve will be interviewed by the Admissions Office and/or the appropriate Division Head. These informal interviews give us a personal introduction to each student as we provide the student with information about the school.
International and Residential applicants who cannot make it to Sun Valley Community School for a visit will be interviewed by the Admissions Office on Skype.
Please call or email the Admissions Office at 208.622.3960 to arrange a date.
Boarding Program
Application Procedure
As part of the admissions process, Sun Valley Community School requires specific documents to assist in the selection of students. The school cannot make enrollment decisions until all documents have been received. Below is an admissions checklist.
We accept applications beginning September 15 for the following school year. Please be certain that all documents are completed and submitted to the Admissions Office by the application deadline.
Financial Aid
Parents interested in applying for financial aid should notify the Admissions Office at the time of application. Financial Aid awards are based on the need of the family and the availability of funds. Admissions decisions are made without regard to financial need. Financial Aid applicants must submit a separate Financial Aid Application. Please visit the Tuition Assistance page on our website to learn more.
Application for Admission
Complete the Sun Valley Community School Application Form online. Should you need a pdf version, please contact our office.
Applicant Photo (Optional)
Please upload a photo of the applicant with the application form.
Parent Statement
We consider parents to be an integral part of a child's education. Your description of your child will help us understand him or her better. Please complete the Parent Statement and include it with your child's application.
Applicant Response
Complete and submit form by application deadline.
Writing Sample
Complete and submit form by application deadline.
Teacher Evaluation: English or Social Studies
Provide your child's English or social studies teacher with an evaluation form and have him or her complete and submit by the application deadline.
Teacher Evaluation: Math or Science
Provide your child's math or science teacher with an evaluation form and have him or her complete and submit by the application deadline.
School Records Request
Please provide the appropriate official at your child's current school with the School Records Request and have records submitted to Sun Valley Community School before the application deadline.
Admission Testing
Sun Valley Community School requires that applicants to grades six through twelve take the SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test).
Please pre-register for the test at SSAT.org. The SSAT code for Community School is 2547.
In order to meet our application deadline, students must take the November, December, January, or February test.
We offer SSAT testing on our campus on the following dates:
- Saturday, October 19, 2019
- Saturday, November 16, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Saturday, January 4, 2020
- Saturday, February 8, 2020
- Saturday, March 7, 2020
- Saturday, April 25, 2020
- Saturday, June 13, 2020
If you're unable to test on the dates above, please contact the Admissions Office, and we can work together to accommodate your schedule.
Community School also accepts ISEE, ERB, and/or PSAT/SAT test results.
Visit
All Middle and Upper School applicants are required to visit the school for one full day. On the day of the visit, applicants for grades six through twelve will be interviewed by the Admissions Office and/or the appropriate Division Head. These informal interviews give us a personal introduction to each student as we provide the student with information about the school.
International and Residential applicants who cannot make it to Sun Valley Community School for a visit will be interviewed by the Admissions Office on Skype.
Please email or call the Admissions Office at 208.622.3960 to arrange a date.
Sun Valley Ski Academy
In addition to completing the Upper School application, Sun Valley Ski Academy (SVSA) boarding applicants will need to complete a Sun Valley Ski Education/Sun Valley Ski Academy application.
Please contact Program Director Jonna Mendes with any questions about the SVSA application process: jmendes@sunvalleyskiacademy.org or 208.720.0512.
2019-20 Key Admissions Dates
- Tours and Campus Visits
- Applications Accepted
- Admissions Testing
- Tuition Assistance
- Application Deadline
- Admissions Notification
Tours and Campus Visits
We encourage all families to visit Sun Valley Community School for a campus tour, classroom visits, and conversations with our faculty. Tours for prospective families are available year-round. Please contact the Admissions Office to schedule your visit: 208.622.3960.
Applications Accepted
Admissions Testing
Sun Valley Community School requires that applicants to grades six through twelve take the SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test). Community School also accepts ISEE, ERB, and/or PSAT/SAT test results.
Please pre-register for the test at SSAT.org.
The SSAT code for Community School is 2547.
In order to meet our application deadline, students must take the November, December, January, or February test.
SSAT testing is available on the following dates:
- Saturday, October 19, 2019
- Saturday, November 16, 2019
- Saturday, December 14, 2019
- Saturday, January 4, 2020
- Saturday, February 8, 2020
If you're unable to test on the dates above, please contact the Admissions Office, and we can work together to accommodate your schedule.
Tuition Assistance
Parents interested in learning more about making a Sun Valley Community School education affordable, should inquire about our Tuition Assistance Program.
Tuition Assistance awards are based on the demonstrated need of the family and the availability of funds. Admission decisions are made without regard to financial need. Tuition Assistance applicants must submit a separate Tuition Assistance application on an annual basis. Applicants who wish to apply for tuition assistance must complete the Parent Financial Statement for SSS and the Sun Valley Community School Financial Aid supplement and must also submit tax returns.
Tuition Assistance Application Deadline:
- Returning families must return all materials by January 31, 2020
- New families must return all materials by February 21, 2020.
Tuition Assistance Award Notification:
- Financial aid award notifications are mailed in mid-March.
Learn more about tuition assistance here.
Application Deadline
Our application deadline for the 2020-21 school year is February 21, 2020. We have limited openings for the 2019-20 school year. Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions.
Admissions Notification
READY TO APPLY?
We are here to help you throughout each step of the application process. Please contact the Admissions Office at any point if you have questions or need more information about any aspect of this process: 208.622.3960, ext. 117, or via email.
We have limited openings still available for the 2019-20 school year. Please inquire if you are interested in applying.
The Value of the Visit
Many families tell us that their visit to Sun Valley
Community School was a turning point in the admissions process.
We would love for you to spend time on our campus, meet our students and faculty, tour our facilities, and feel the energy and engagement that make Sun Valley Community School such an incredible place to learn.
Please contact the Admissions Office to schedule your visit: 208.622.3960, ext. 117, or via email.