Application Process

The application process for Beginners (age 2 by Sept. 1, 2023) and Nursery (age 3 by Sept. 1, 2023) takes a holistic approach to connecting with families and building a partnership between the school and the family. We offer tours and several events through the admission season. 

Required Elements:
Completed application
School tour (parents only)
Family visit with child

Optional Elements:
Admission events

As always, we encourage parents to contact the admission team with any questions along the way!

The application process for Junior Kindergarten (age 4 by Sept. 1, 2023) focuses on building a connection with students and their families. We are thrilled that most elements of the process will be in person, and we look forward to sharing our beautiful space with all of you along the way. 

Required Elements:
Completed application
School tour (parents only)
Parent/Guardian interview (virtual)
Child school visit

Optional Elements:
Admission events 

As always, we encourage parents to contact the admission team with any questions along the way!

The application process for Senior Kindergarten (age 5 by Sept. 1, 2023) focuses on building a connection with students and their families. We are thrilled that most elements of the process will be in person, and we look forward to sharing our beautiful space with all of you along the way. 

Required Elements:
Completed application
School tour (parents only)
Parent/Guardian interview (virtual)
Child school visit
ISAAGNY teacher report 

Optional Elements:
Admission events

As always, we encourage parents to contact the admission team with any questions along the way!

The application process for grades 1-7 focuses on building a connection with students and their families. We are thrilled that most elements of the process will be in person, and we look forward to sharing our beautiful space with all of you along the way. 

Required Elements:
Completed interview
School tour
Parent/Guardian interview
Child school visit
ISAAGNY teacher report 
Grade reports from the previous 2 years (grades 2-7)

Optional Elements:
Admission events 

As always, we encourage parents to contact the admission team with any questions along the way!

• ISAAGNY Teacher Report for junior kindergarten (optional) 
• ISAAGNY Teacher Report for senior kindergarten and grade 1
• ISAAGNY Math and ELA Teacher Report for grades 2-4 
• ISAAGNY Math Teacher Report for grades 5-7
• ISAAGNY ELA Teacher Report for grades 5-7
• Transcript Release Form for grades 2-7

Parents are notified of admission decisions according to the Independent School Admission Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY) notification guidelines. Notification letters will be sent via email. After these dates, the admission process will be rolling based on spot availability.

First round notification dates for the 2023-2024 academic year:

• Beginner, Nursery, Junior Kindergarten: March 2, 2023
  (Parent Reply Deadline: March 9, 2023)
• Senior Kindergarten: February 9, 2023
  (Parent Reply Deadline: February 16, 2023)
• Grade 1-8: February 14, 2023
  (Parent Reply Deadline: March 3, 2023)

Early notification

Applicants who are siblings of current St. Hilda's & St. Hugh's students may choose the option of Early Notification, which allows us to let those families know about admission decisions in December. This option is also available to children of current faculty members and associated clergy. Not only does this option facilitate the admission process, but it is also a demonstration of our commitment to our current families. This option will not diminish our dedication to a community diverse in race, culture, socio-economic status, and religious beliefs. Early Notification decisions can be an acceptance, a denial, or a deferral to the regular pool, based on space availability and the application.