Admissions Process

Parents are encouraged to visit the school and meet with our Head of School to learn more about the school’s philosophy, curriculum, and policies. Students are admitted based on academic testing, school records, and teacher recommendations. CJDS welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. As a community school, our families have varied religious practices and beliefs. A completed application and the required fees are due at the time of registration. In accordance with our bylaws, we accept all Jewish children who have at least one Jewish parent.

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Key Dates

September 11, 2025 Admissions Season Begins for the 2025-2026 school year!

November 12,  2025 Kindergarten Visitation/ Taste of Kindergarten

January 15, 2026 Admission Applications Due

January 15, 2026 Online Tuition Affordability & Financial Aid Program deadline to include tax documentation

January 15, 2026 Psychological testing must be completed by this date to ensure an early admission decision.

February 23, 2026 Admissions and Tuition Affordability decisions emailed

March 6, 2026 New & re-Enrolling Family Tuition contract, deposit, and related fees due

May 8, 2025 Rookie Day (rising TK/Kindergarteners)

New Student Admissions Checklist

All New Students

Complete the online application and submit it along with the application fee

Schedule in-school testing by contacting Barbara Foxx at bfoxx@cjdschool.org or 704-366-4558

Review Guide to New Student Testing

If applicable, choose a Pathway to Affordability
Simple: Submit basic financial information and receive a personalized scaled tuition, with a cap
Traditional: Submit more detailed financial information to receive greater financial assistance

If applicable, submit copies of any educational, cognitive, speech and occupational therapy evaluations: social and behavioral evaluations.

New Students in Grades 1-8 (in addition to the steps above)

Schedule a student visitation day! Contact Barbara Foxx at bfoxx@cjdschool.org or 704-366-4558

Forward the Request for Student Records to your child’s current school

Submit standardized test scores (CTP5, MAP, etc.)/EOG scores

Receipt of all the above materials will ensure consideration for admission.

As a final step, you will be invited to an Admissions Meeting with the Head of School.