What documents are required for the Pilgrim School application?

Pilgrim School requires several documents as part of the admissions process. While most requirements are consistent across grade levels, there are some slight differences:

Early Education (Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten)

• Online application form (via Pilgrim’s admissions portal)
• Parent/guardian interview
• Teacher evaluation form (if applicable for Pre-K and Kindergarten)
• Student visit or observation (in-person or virtual)
• Birth certificate or passport copy
• Immunization records

Lower School (Grades 1–5)

• Online application form
• Parent/guardian interview
• Teacher recommendation (typically from current classroom teacher)
• Academic records/transcripts (past 1–2 years if applicable)
• Student visit and assessment (includes classroom observation and academic readiness)
• Birth certificate or passport
• Immunization records

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

• Online application form
• Student interview (virtual or in-person)
• Parent conversation (may be combined with student interview)
• English teacher recommendation
• Math teacher recommendation
• Transcript or report cards (typically last 2 years)
• Writing sample (assigned or submitted separately)
• Standardized test scores (optional but accepted: ISEE, SSAT, etc.)
• Birth certificate or passport
• Immunization records

Upper School (Grades 9–12)

• Online application form
• Student interview
• Parent conversation
• English teacher recommendation
• Math teacher recommendation
• Academic transcripts (last 2–3 years)
• Personal statement or writing sample
• Standardized test scores (optional: SSAT, PSAT, etc.)
• Additional recommendation (optional but encouraged, e.g., from advisor, coach, or arts instructor)
• Birth certificate or passport
• Immunization records

International Applicants (All Grades)

International applicants may be asked for additional documents such as English proficiency scores (e.g., TOEFL Jr.).