K-8 Application Process

Currently accepting applications for the 2023-24 school year!

STEP 1

Join us for an Admissions Event

Register for the next Open House and RSVP for a Campus Tour.

Our Open House events are a great way to explore The Berkeley School, connect with our faculty and leadership teams, ask specific questions about our curriculum, learning outcomes and student support, student life, and more.

Campus Tours allow visitors to see our facilities and step into the daily experiences of our students.

Early Action Applicants must meet the Early Action deadlines for priority consideration. Applications need to be submitted by November 30, 2023 (Reduced $65 application fee).

STEP 2

Complete the online application.

After you’ve had a chance to meet our team and get a better sense of the school, the next step is to submit an application. Note, there is an $85 application fee for Standard Applicants.

Early Action Applicants must meet the Early Action deadlines for priority consideration. Applications need to be submitted by November 30, 2023 (Reduced $65 application fee).

In accordance with BADA guidelines, Early Action notifications will be delivered on March 14, 2024.

Application fee waivers may be available for families who qualify. Please contact Lamar Johnson for consideration.

CLICK HERE to access our online application form   

STEP 3

Prepare additional application materials.

STEP 4

Apply for Individualized Family Tuition

Apply online for Individualized Family Tuition if you think you’ll need it. We understand that these are uncertain times financially for some, so we invite the conversation about planning financially for enrollment. Applying for 2024-25? IFT enrollment must be completed by Monday, January 22, 2024 (Early Action by November 30, 2023)* If you have questions about the process or paperwork, please Lamar Johnson at 510-665-8800 ext 159.

STEP 5

Schedule Assessment

Shadow Days are required for 1st-8th grade applicants. During Shadow Days, applicants are paired with a student ambassador in their grade (with the exception of 6th grade applicants) to experience a day as a TBS Bobcat. Admissions assessments are conducted during the Shadow Day. Working with members of the admissions and student engagement teams, applicants will complete activities designed to assess in math, phonetics, reading fluency and comprehension, and writing.

Kindergarten applicants are invited to join us on for a Saturday morning playdate in January.

Admissions notifications will be delivered to families on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 12 p.m.