Admission

Admission applications for the 2023-2024 school year are available online. The early application deadline is February 3, 2023.  Private school tours are encouraged and may be scheduled by calling the school office at 707-996-4994.

School Readiness Screenings begin in March and are scheduled upon receipt of an application.

2023-2024 Kindergarten Admission Requirements:

Child should be 5 years old by September 1, 2023

Along with completed application and preschool evaluation/recommendation, there is a $60 screening fee. Fee may also apply for first grade applicants.

Upon submission of application, the school will schedule a developmental screening for school readiness in early March. The developmental screening helps educators and parents to know where a child is in relation to typical growth patterns. The child-friendly tasks are specifically designed to allow the child to feel successful within his or her developmental level.

Admission Requirements

In addition to a completed application, copies of report cards and copies of a writing assignment for grades 2–8, an interview and recommendations are required. Students applying for grades 2–8 are encouraged to “shadow” for a day at St. Francis Solano to experience the school personally.

Acceptance Letters

Upon acceptance to any grade, a formal acceptance letter will be sent. A more detailed school information packet will be available in June, which includes a calendar of important dates, uniform requirements, and other necessary forms.