Dates, Deadlines & FAQs
Experience the Journey from Age 2 through 8th Grade
The application season for the 2027-2028 school year kicks off in early September, when our online applications go live. Should you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Admission Office.
Admission Dates & Deadlines (for fall 2027)
September 4, 2026: Applications Available
December 15, 2026: Age 2 (Little Falcons)-8th Application Deadline
January 8, 2027: Age 2 (Little Falcons)-8th Recommendation Forms/Transcripts Due
January 30, 2027: Financial Aid Application Deadline for applying families
February 25, 2027: Age 2 (Little Falcons), Preschool & Pre-K Admission Notification Emails Sent (2:00 pm)
March 2, 2027: Age 2 (Little Falcons), Preschool & Pre-K Enrollment Contracts and Deposits Due (12:00 pm)
March 12, 2027: Kindergarten – Grade 8 Admission Notification Emails Sent (5:00 pm)
March 19, 2027: Kindergarten – Grade 8 Contracts and Deposit Due (12:00 pm)
Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis. Please contact the Admission Office directly and we will be happy to discuss the possibility of submitting a late application.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROCESS?
Is a student visit a requirement for application?
Little Falcons, Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten applicants are invited to attend a playgroup visit. This small group visit gives teachers a chance to assess for developmental readiness and allows students to explore our classrooms and play with other students.
Kindergarten applicants are asked to attend a Kindergarten Assessment. This small group visit will allow our teachers to assess for developmental readiness while allowing the students to explore the Kindergarten classroom and play with other students.
Applicants to Grades 1-5 will spend time with a teacher for their assessment. Assessments take place during the school day. Visits take place in January and February.
Applicants to Middle School (Grades 5-8) are invited to visit campus for their Student Interview. Student interviews occur from December through early February.
Parents of all applicants are invited to schedule a Parent Interview, which are conducted either via Zoom or in-person. Once you have submitted your Application for Admission, you will be able to schedule your child’s visit, your parent interview, as well as request teacher recommendations and grade reports through the Application Portal.
St. Matthew’s seeks to enroll children who will benefit from the philosophy, values, and purposes of our program. Equally important are parents who will work in partnership with the School’s faculty and administration in support of the School’s mission for the benefit of all students. We believe qualified students with actively involved parents are essential to sustaining a vital and successful school community.
At what age can my child apply to St. Matthew’s?
Little Falcons is our Early Childhood entry point starting at 2 years old by August 1 of the year they wish to enroll. The morning program runs from 8:30-11:30 am with the option for extended enrichment afternoons.
Younger than 2 years of age?
The Parent-Infant/Toddler program is a ministry of the Parish of St. Matthew, and serves families of the parish, the School, and the larger community who have children and infants through two-years old. It is designed for parents and children to participate together in a community-driven atmosphere, so a parent is required to attend with every child. If you have any questions about the program, contact Gwen Grigsby, Parent-Infant/Toddler Director at (310) 573-0721 or email ggrigsby@stmatthews.com.
How old does my child need to be to apply to…?
Little Falcons
Students must turn 2 prior to August 1, 2027.
Preschool:
Students must turn 3 prior to August 1, 2027.
Pre-K:
Students must turn 4 prior to August 1, 2027.
Kindergarten:
Students must turn 5 prior to August 1, 2027.
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at St. Matthew’s
St. Matthew’s Parish School strives to be a welcoming and inclusive community that values diversity in all senses of the word. We are committed to making each member of the community feel that her or his whole identity is acknowledged, supported, and appreciated. We believe that an appreciation of diversity and inclusivity is essential to our mission, our goals to serve, lead, and flourish, as well as the five principles of our Character Covenant: respect, responsibility, empathy, honesty, and fairness. Building and sustaining an inclusive community will create the most powerful and effective learning environment, and will also help us learn and work as global citizens.
St. Matthew’s Parish School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
