Admissions Process
Talk & Tours
Talk & Tours are held between October and February. Please sign up for a Talk & Tour for the 24-25 school year here.
If you are interested in St. Columba's Nursery School for the 23-24 school year, please contact our office at [email protected] or 202-742-1980 to learn more about available space.
SY24-25 Admissions Timeline
Admissions Cycle Closes – February 23, 2024
Admissions Decisions Sent Out – March 1, 2024
Financial Aid Awards Sent to Families – on or before March 8, 2024
Enrollment Deposit of $1,000 and Signed Contract due by March 15, 2024 to secure child’s seat
Tuition becomes binding on June 1, 2024
Financial Aid
We strive to be an inclusive and welcoming community for all. As such, we are pleased to be able to offer financial aid to qualifying families. Please indicate your intent to apply for financial aid on your child's enrollment application. Families will be provided with additional information on how to apply for financial aid once we receive your child's enrollment application.
Applicants with Special Education Needs
We want to ensure that we are the right school for each child. We designate a significant number of seats for children with a variety of special education needs, but are most successful with children who are interested in socializing with others and have some language and/or communication abilities. At the end of the application process, children with identified special needs will be invited to come to a playdate with a parent. The playdate gives us a chance to get to know your child and ensure that our program will meet his or her needs and help him or her to develop well under our care.
If you have any questions about your child's needs and the application process, our Inclusion Specialist, Nancy Schwartz, will be happy to talk with you about your child. Her extension is 208.
Application Fee
An application fee of $75 is required for all applicants. We do not require testing or an interview for general admission. Your application is incomplete without the application fee.


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