Admission Process

OVERVIEW

At Cambridge Friends School, we honor excellence in all that we do, with a belief that social justice, tolerance, and equality are requirements of an excellent education. Our admission process plays a vital role in establishing an inclusive environment where our students have the space to explore their ideas and identities.

 

Choosing the right school for your child is an important decision. Our transparent enrollment process will give you a complete understanding of the nurturing environment at CFS and how we bring our educational philosophy to life in our day-to-day activities. If you think Cambridge Friends School could be right for your family, contact us to receive more information and schedule a time to come for a visit!

Process, Requirements, and Timeline

Whether you’re curious to learn more about CFS or ready to start the application process, all parents should schedule a virtual call. This lasts about 45 minutes and allows you to ask questions and get a better understanding of CFS and how we can offer a great future for your child.

 

After the virtual call is complete, you will be able to fully start the application process. If you are interested in applying for Financial Aid, make sure to visit our Tuition and Financial Aid page which goes into more detail. The grade you are applying for will determine which application materials are required. Below is a breakdown by grades and the general timeline order:

 

Applying for PK – 1st grade:

  1. Parent Chat
  2. CFS Application ($50 fee)
  3. Any two teacher/daycare recommendations (online form provided)
  4. Any sort of transcripts or comments, though I imagine there won’t be any so in that case it’ll be waived
  5. On-campus visit and assessment (scheduled for January 13, 2023)

 

Applying for 2nd – 5th grade:

  1. Parent Chat
  2. CFS Application ($50 fee)
  3. Any two teacher recommendations (online form provided)
  4. Previous year and most recent transcripts/comments
  5. On-campus visit and assessment (individually scheduled)

 

Applying for 6th – 8th grade:

  1. Parent Chat
  2. CFS Application ($50 fee)
  3. English teacher recommendation (online form provided)
  4. Math teacher recommendation (online form provided)
  5. Previous year and most recent transcripts/comments
  6. Student Questionnaire
  7. On-campus visit and assessment (individually scheduled)

Admission Decisions

Our Admissions Committee meets to discuss each individual application. The aim of the committee is to bring together a diverse group of children who will be able to learn and grow together in peace and harmony.

 

We understand that financial issues are a concern for some families, and to assist with that, over 40% of our student body receives some form of financial aid. Interested parents can learn more about our financial aid policies and contact us with any additional questions.

 

Cambridge Friend School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national and ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid, and other school-administered programs. We follow the Quaker ideas of equality and inclusivity in all that we do, including our enrollment process.

Important Dates

November 4, 2023: Open House, click here for more Admission events 

 

January 12, 2024: On-campus assessment day for prospective PK – 1st grade students

 

January 15, 2024: All application materials and on-campus visit/assessment must be completed

 

January 15, 2024: Financial aid application deadline

 

March 10, 2024: Decisions are released to all families who applied by January 15th deadline

 

March 26, 2024: Accepted Family Revisit Day

 

April 10, 2024: Commitment deadline for accepted families

 

Please note: CFS has rolling admissions, which means that we accept applications after the initial January deadline. Those who meet the first deadline will be given priority, but you are still encouraged to apply! The decision timeline for all applicants after the first deadline can vary, please reach out for more info.