Admissions

Becoming a Spartan

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  • The Future Is Yours.

    The Admissions Process Starts Here
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll make. We know you may have questions, and we're here to help in any way we can. On this page, you'll learn the Steps to Apply and answers to our most frequently asked questions, including how to sign up for a tour (which you can do before you apply) and requirements for admissions testing.

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  • Steps to Apply

    Thank you for your interest in The Steward School! Applications for the 2025-26 school year are now open.

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  • Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten

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  • Grades 1-5

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  • Grades 6-11

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  • International Students

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Helpful Tips

The online application does not have to be completed all at once.

After you’ve created your account, bookmark the login screen. As you fill out the application, you’ll see that you can periodically save your work. If you need to pause and return at a later time, simply log in again and pick up where you left off.

The application fee can be paid online as well. At the end of the application, you will be directed to a secure, encrypted page where you can make a credit card payment.

School Life FAQs

List of 10 frequently asked questions.

  • What are the tuition payment plans and schedule of fees for the upcoming school year?

    Tuition Payment Plans for 2025-26

    1. 100% due July 31, 2025.
    2. 65% due July 31, 2025, and 35% due January 31, 2026.
    3. Ten (10) equal payments - first payment due April 30, 2025, and tenth payment due January 31, 2026. Enrollments after April will be spread over the remaining months.

    Fee Schedule

    • A non-refundable application fee of $50 is required and should accompany all new applications.
    • A required $600 payment is due upon the acceptance of all students new to grades JK-12. This is a one-time payment in addition to tuition and other charges.
    • A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration for all returning students in grades K-12 and is applied to the student's account for 2024-25. If enrollment is canceled in writing by May 1, 2025, the $1,000 deposit is forfeited. If not canceled in writing, parents are responsible for the full year’s tuition.
    • Note: Students in grades K-5 are billed in July for books and supplies. Students in grades 6-12 are responsible for purchasing books as required by their class schedules. Regardless of the payment plan you choose, all additional fees are billed in July.
    For more information regarding Tuition and Fees, please visit here.
  • How do we submit our enrollment documents for registering?

    We have helpful checklists of enrollment documents for registering behind the LOGIN screen of the school's website (My School App). To access, log in to your account and follow the steps below:

    Step 1: Click Checklist Memo

    Step 2: Upload Files
  • Where can I find a list of parent resources? 

    The Spartan Hub is a helpful landing spot for school year information, upcoming events, and school news. 

    When logged in to MySchoolApp, you are able to access the parent resource board, student grades and more!
  • What are the school hours?

    JK-Grade 5: 8 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
    Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.; AfterSchool Care is available until 6 p.m.

    Grades 6-8: 8 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
    Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.; AfterSchool Care is available until 6 p.m.

    Grades 9-12: 8 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
    Early drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.
  • What are the after-school options for my child?

    AfterSchool Care is offered for students in grades JK-8. It is available from 3:10 - 6 p.m. daily and can be used on a regular or drop-in basis. Additionally, there are after-school enrichment opportunities for Lower School students throughout the school year.

    Arts/Athletics: There are three plays performed each year by current Middle and Upper School students through Steward’s Theatre Department. Rehearsals are held after school. Students are also eligible to participate in athletics during the fall, winter, and spring seasons, with practices after school.

    Clubs: Both the Middle and Upper Schools have a variety of clubs in which students may participate. Some have meetings during the school day, and others meet after school.
  • Is lunch provided?

    The school offers an opt-in lunch program with Merriwether Godsey. Please visit the lunch page for more details. Students are also welcome to pack their lunches.
  • Is there a dress code?

    The Steward School does have a dress code and encourages students to dress in attire conducive to learning. There are several “dress up” days on special occasions for all students during the year.
  • Is there summer programming?

    Yes! Find out more about camps and summer programming on our Summer Experience page. 

Admissions FAQs

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

The Steward School admits students without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic or national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of these protected characteristics in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Meet the Admissions Team

List of 6 members.

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    Lindsay McLaughlin 

    Director of Admissions
    (804) 565-2315
  • Photo of Elizabeth Farmer-Smith

    Elizabeth Farmer-Smith 

    Associate Director of Admissions
    (804) 565-2335
  • Photo of Bobbie Fass

    Bobbie Fass 

    Assistant Director of Admissions
    (804) 565-2334
  • Photo of Julie Herzog

    Julie Herzog 

    Admissions Associate
    (804) 740-3394
  • Photo of Lindsey Reynolds

    Lindsey Reynolds 

    Admissions Associate
    (804) 565-2339
  • Photo of Dana Wiles

    Dana Wiles 

    Admissions Psychologist
    (804) 740-3394
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