Admissions Process
Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make for her. We are pleased you are taking time to look at our school in this process. We want you to have the information you need to make the choice that is best for your family. We have included on this site the information that might be most helpful in determining if CMSAA could be a good choice for your child. We know that a visit to our school is the best way to experience who we are and what we can offer your child.
If you are interested in CMSAA and would like to learn more, we encourage you to schedule a visit to our school. You will have the opportunity to see our classrooms in action. Tours typically run for about one hour and give you the chance to feel the CMSAA difference.
Applying to CMSAA
At Christian Montessori School of Ann Arbor (CMSAA), our enrollment process is designed to ensure a positive and meaningful fit between your family and our school community. Below is an overview of the steps involved in applying for admission.
- Schedule a Tour
Prospective families are required to tour the school and meet with the Admissions Director to learn more about our programs, philosophy, and community. - Application Process
There is no application fee required to apply to CMSAA. - Student Visit or Intake Meeting:
- ALL Levels: Once enrolled, students and parents are invited to meet with the classroom teacher for an intake meeting prior to the child’s start date.
- Elementary: Following a tour, prospective students are invited to visit the classroom for either two half days or one full day to help determine mutual fit. Families are asked to share relevant academic records, including any IEPs or 504 plans, with the classroom teacher and Head of School at this time.
- Enrollment Decision
Following the tour and review process, families will be notified of acceptance or placement on the waitlist. - Enrollment Completion
Accepted families will receive enrollment information. Placement is secured once the enrollment paperwork and registration fee are submitted.