What documents are required for the Seattle Country Day School application?

Seattle Country Day School (SCDS) requires specific application documents that vary by grade level. Below is a breakdown of the required materials for each group:

Kindergarten Applicants:

1. Intelligence Testing: Schedule a Wechsler Intelligence Scale test (WPPSI-IV). Results should be sent directly to SCDS from the examiner.

2. Parent Visit: Attend a tour or the Open House event to familiarize yourself with the school environment.

3. Online Application: Complete and submit the application via the Ravenna platform by the specified deadline.

4. Family Meeting: After submitting the application and test results, participate in a 20-minute virtual meeting with the admissions team to discuss your child.

5. Teacher Evaluation: Request a current teacher to complete and submit an evaluation form through Ravenna. 

6. Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee through Ravenna by the application deadline. 

7. Student Visit Day: Once the application is complete, the admissions office will schedule a visit day for your child to experience the school environment. 

Grades 1–4 Applicants:

1. Intelligence Testing: Schedule a Wechsler Intelligence Scale test (WISC-V). Results should be sent directly to SCDS from the examiner. 

2. Parent Visit: Attend a tour or the Open House event to become acquainted with the school’s offerings. 

3. Online Application: Complete and submit the application via Ravenna by the specified deadline. 

4. Family Meeting: After submitting the application and test results, participate in a 20-minute virtual meeting with the admissions team to discuss your child. 

5. Teacher Evaluation: Request a current teacher to complete and submit an evaluation form through Ravenna. 

6. School Records: Provide transcripts or report cards from the current and previous academic years. 

7. Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee through Ravenna by the application deadline. 

8. Student Visit Day: Once the application is complete, the admissions office will schedule a visit day for your child to engage with the school community. 

Grades 5–8 Applicants:

1. Intelligence Testing: Schedule a Wechsler Intelligence Scale test (WISC-V). Results should be sent directly to SCDS from the examiner. 

2. Parent Visit: Attend a tour or the Open House event to understand the school’s environment and programs. 

3. Online Application: Complete and submit the application via Ravenna by the specified deadline. 

4. Family Meeting: After submitting the application and test results, participate in a 20-minute virtual meeting with the admissions team to discuss your child. 

5. Teacher Evaluations: Request current math and English teachers to complete and submit evaluation forms through Ravenna. 

6. School Records: Provide transcripts or report cards from the current and previous academic years. 

7. Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee through Ravenna by the application deadline. 

8. Student Visit Day: Once the application is complete, the admissions office will schedule a visit day for your child to participate in classes and activities. 

For all grade levels, it’s important to adhere to the specified deadlines and ensure all components of the application are submitted through the Ravenna platform. Detailed information and necessary forms can be found on the SCDS admissions process page.