Application process
The priority application deadline for the 2022/23 admission season was January 19, 2023. If you missed the deadline you may still apply to our secondary pool which is based on space availability. Please email admissions@
Step 1: Inquire.
If you’re interested in learning more about AVS, the first step is to complete our very brief inquiry form to get onto our mailing list and to open your account with Ravenna – the software on which our Admissions Portal operates.
Step 2: Attend an information session
A School tour and an Information Night are mandatory steps for finalizing your application. You can sign up for all events through your Ravenna profile.
School tours run at lower and middle school campuses from October to January. This one-hour in-person event is an excellent opportunity to glimpse life in action at Alta Vista School, and you will gain insight into our philosophy, programs, and community.
This event is for adults only.
Information Nights will be held in the evenings on Zoom. Join us for a 60-minute virtual session where you will learn more about our exciting curriculum, have time to engage with our Head of School, Division Head, and Director of Admissions, as well as meet some current parents in our community. There will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end.
Explore optional steps
- To attend “Aviator 4 a Day”, an exciting in-person event meant for applicants to see what life is like at Alta Vista School with engaging activities conducted by our passionate teaching staff.
- Attend “Get to Know Us Events,” such as an evening with our Lower School Specialist Team or a session focusing on our SEL/DEI programs.
Sign up on the Admissions Portal
Step 3: Submit an application
The priority application deadline for the 2022/23 admission season was January 19, 2023. If you missed the deadline you may still apply to our secondary pool which is based on space availability. Please email admissions@
Optional: Schedule a parent conference with a member of our Admissions Team or a Division Head.
Step 4: Schedule a visit
- 1st-7th grade students are invited to visit Alta Vista and participate in classroom activities.
- JK and K applicants will be invited to a Saturday playgroup conducted by our teaching staff. Only one date and time slot is required.
Playgroups are held from 9am-10am or 11am-12pm.- January 21, 2023
- January 28, 2023
- February 4, 2023
- February 11, 2023
Step 5: Receive a decision letter
Decision letters will be electronically delivered to your email address on the following dates:
- JK applicants: March 7, 2023 by noon
K–7th applicants: March 16, 2023 by noon
Non-discrimination Policy
We are committed to creating a diverse community. Alta Vista School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, gender, lifestyle, sexual orientation, disability or age in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid, athletic and other school-administered programs, hiring practices, and privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students, parents, and employees of the school.