Steps to Apply - Chandler School Steps to Apply 1 Inquiry 2 Open House 3 Campus Visit 4 Application for Admission 5 Parent Interview 6 Playdate / Student Visit 7 Teacher Evaluation 8 Transcript of School Records 9 Character Skills Snapshot Completion of the online inquiry form is the first step in the admission process, regardless of grade level or year of entry, and is required of all interested families. This allows us to message you directly and communicate most effectively about programs, special events and the application process. We are pleased to host all prospective families on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. This event is designed for the whole family and children are encouraged to attend. The morning will feature presentations, student performances and hands-on activities throughout our campus. Guests will have the opportunity to engage with administrators, faculty members, students, parents and alumni. We look forward to welcoming you and showcasing the Chandler experience. Once an inquiry form has been submitted, you will be invited to schedule an adults-only campus visit. Our morning program will include a presentation from our head of school and other key administrators, followed by a tour of classrooms and facilities. We recommend selecting a date from the schedule that aligns with your child's grade of entry in 2026-2027. Thursday, October 16 Tuesday, October 21 Thursday, October 23 Tuesday, October 28 Thursday, October 30 Tuesday, November 4 Thursday, November 6 Tuesday, November 11 Thursday, November 13 Tuesday, November 18 Tuesday, December 2 Thursday, December 4 *Tuesday, December 8 Kindergarten Kindergarten Middle School Lower School Kindergarten Kindergarten Middle School Kindergarten Kindergarten Lower School Middle School Kindergarten All Grades Registration is reserved for families applying for admission in 2026-2027, but all inquiries are invited to attend the Open House on Saturday, September 27. *New Date Added! November 7, 2025 - Early Application Deadline (K-8) The application fee is waived for families who apply by the Early Application Deadline of November 7. Including siblings (of current and past students) $100 application fee for families who submit an application after November 7. December 12, 2025 - Application Deadline for Guaranteed Visit and Interview (K-8) January 9, 2026 - Extended Application Deadline (K-8) Financial Aid Applications for all grades are due by January 9, 2026. Access to the supplemental materials will be available after the application has been processed by the Admissions Office. The due dates for additional admission steps are reflected on the candidate checklist. We want your family’s admissions experience with Chandler to feel warm and personalized and provide a variety of ways to discover how our program and community may be a good match for your child and family. At Chandler, our core priorities include Belongingness Academic Excellence and Well-Being and we are committed to providing opportunities for an exceptional education to students. At least one parent/guardian for each candidate will be requested to meet with a member of our team on Zoom for a 20-minute visit as we strive to learn more about your child, family and potential partnership with our community. You will be contacted by the School to schedule this appointment after the application has been received. Grades K-5 We will provide an in-person social experience for all candidates for Kindergarten through grade five. Details about scheduling the appointment and expectations for the visit will follow after the application has been received. Grades 6-8 Middle School applicants are required to participate in a student visit day hosted by the Director of Enrollment Management, the Middle School Director and the Director of Belonging and Strategic Engagement. Weekday appointments are scheduled after the application has been received. Candidates for grades 6-8 are also asked to complete a Google Form. This part of the admissions process is designed as a space for personal reflection and helps us get better acquainted with each child applying to our program. The link is included on the checklist. The completion of this form by the current teacher is an important part of the admission process and a valuable component of the candidate profile. The Teacher Evaluation Form is located on your child's checklist in the candidate profile. NOTE: The request may only be sent to one teacher and once the request has been sent, the link only remains active for thirty days. Additional references in the form of an email sent directly to admissions@chandlerschool.org are welcome but not required. For candidates applying to grades 2-8, we require school records for the past two years and the current year’s first-semester report card. The Transcript of School Records should be requested from your child’s current school directly from the checklist Character and personal growth are an integral part of a Chandler School education. A reason families seek to enroll their child with us is because of their interest in an environment that focuses on instilling character values as well as exceptional academics, unique life experiences and outstanding opportunities. The Character Skills Snapshot gives us richer holistic information about the student and shows us areas where our community can help the student grow, thrive and shine. This is an online self-assessment, taken at home in approximately 25 minutes, that measures students’ preferences towards seven character skills. Please click this link for more information on the Snapshot, instructions for registering your child, and step-by-step directions for sending the report to Chandler School. The Snapshot must be completed by December 17, 2025. For grades 6-8 only. August 1, 2025 Application Opens September 27 Open House October - December Campus Visits ( Adults Only December - January Kindergarten Playdates November 7 Early Application Deadline (K-8) *$100 application fee waived for families who apply by this date December 12 Application Deadline for Guaranteed Visit & Family Interview (K-8) December 17 Character Skills Snapshot Due and Google Questionnaire (Grade 6-8 Only) to be completed by student January 9 Extended Application Deadline Financial Aid Application Deadline January 23 Teacher Evaluation (all grades) and Transcript of School Records (Grades 2-8) are due March 13 Admissions Notifications Released at 5:00 p.m. PST March 16 Early Reply Deadline by 5:00 p.m. PST March 20 Applicant Reply Deadline by 12:00 p.m. PST