Welcome!
Thank you for your interest in The Ambrose School! We know that decisions about where and how to educate your child are among the most important you will make as a parent.
The Ambrose School is committed to partnering with parents who desire to raise their children to be passionate learners who pursue truth, goodness, and beauty in all endeavors. With the Bible as our foundation, our curriculum acknowledges Christ ruling over all things and is at the core of what we teach. Our dedicated teachers love their subjects and their students and are intentional about educating the whole person made in the image of God.
One of the best ways to learn more about the classical Christian education we offer is by touring one of our campuses. We would be delighted to meet you, answer any questions you may have, and assist you in navigating the admissions process.
STEPS OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS
(1) Explore
Visit our website, tour the school, or request more information!
(2) Apply
Complete the online application and submit your non-refundable fee.
(3) Interview
Once your application is received, our Admissions Director will be in touch to set up a parent interview and a student assessment.
(4) Notification
After completing all steps, the Admissions Director will contact you regarding acceptance and next steps.
Our Admissions Process
Families are accepted based on the information collected during the application process, and the Admissions Committee makes decisions at each step. Acceptance means we believe we can serve your family and there is a fit within our community. In classes that are full, students who are accepted are placed in a wait pool until we have room to enroll them.
Step 1: Learn More
Learning more about our school and—if possible—taking a tour are important steps to determine whether The Ambrose School might be the right fit for your family. If you fill out the Information Request Form, our Admissions Director will mail you additional materials. We recommend that you also Request a Tour of any of our three campuses so that we can tell you more in person.
Step 2: Apply
If you have read the information on our website and information packet and believe that The Ambrose School might be the right place for your child, complete the online application below and submit the $135 application fee. For students applying for 3rd grade and above, we ask for copies of report cards or transcripts.
Step 3: Interview & Assessment
Once an application has been reviewed, a parent interview may be scheduled with one of our Deans and an Admissions Director. This helps us assess applicant families based on our school’s mission and culture. Interviews typically take 60 minutes for Locust Grove and North Campuses and 90 minutes for Bridge Campus.
If the parent interview reveals that a family is a good fit, then Ambrose faculty also conduct individual assessments of students applying to all grades. Testing typically takes 30 – 60 minutes for grades PreK – 6 and 60 – 90 minutes for grades 7 -12.
Step 4: Notification
After a family has completed the admissions process, the Admissions Committee meets to make a decision on acceptance and the family is notified.
All factors are considered when admitting a new student. Students and families are enrolled at the direction of the Administration and Board, and we reserve the right to refuse admission or continued enrollment to anyone.
The Ambrose School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions, scholarships, hiring, or other school-directed policies.
Considerations for New Family Acceptance
General Considerations
Acceptance into The Ambrose School takes the following factors into consideration:
- An active family faith that aligns with our Statement of Faith.
- A basic understanding of classical Christian education.
- A parenting philosophy that values structure, habit formation, and obedience.
- Family support.
- Application and references.
- Student assessment(s).
All factors are considered when admitting a new student. Students and families are enrolled at the direction of the Administration and Board, and we reserve the right to refuse admission or continued enrollment to anyone.
Grades PreK-6 Student Admissions Requirements
We seek to place each student where he or she will thrive academically and socially. If our evaluation suggests that a child would benefit from additional preparation before moving to the next grade, we may recommend placement in the previous grade to ensure a strong and confident start.
Grades 7-12 Student Admission Requirements
Transfer families are asked to provide transcripts from the student’s previous school prior to the parent interview.
We carefully review each student’s academic history and readiness to determine the best grade placement. Students should demonstrate academic strength and maturity consistent with Ambrose’s standards. If our evaluation suggests that additional preparation would better support a student’s long-term success, we may recommend placement in the previous grade.
Admissions decisions are based on the student interview, parent interview, academic readiness, and the student’s potential contribution to our school community.
Parent Requirements
- Parents should have a clear understanding of the biblical philosophy and purpose of The Ambrose School, including our Statement of Faith [update link]. By enrolling their child(ren) at Ambrose, parents affirm this Statement of Faith.
- Parents should read our informational materials carefully and have a clear understanding of our unique classical educational approach. We also strongly encourage each parent to read the book by Douglas Wilson, “Recovering the Lost Tools of Learning,” as one of the best texts for explaining the kind of program we offer at The Ambrose School.
- Parents are required to cooperate with all the written policies of The Ambrose School. This is especially important in the area of discipline and schoolwork standards, as well as active communication with the respective teachers and administration. In addition, parents are strongly encouraged to become active volunteers at the school.
Re-Enrollment of Current Families
Re-enrollment of current students occurs automatically at the end of January through FACTS, our tuition management system. If you are a current family and have a new student, you must complete an application for that student. Log into your FACTS Family Portal account and select Apply/Enroll > Application.
Application & Enrollment Timeline
Applications for the Upcoming School Year
Applications for the Current School Year
LOCUST GROVE CAMPUS & NORTH CAMPUS
Space permitting, we consider applications at any time of the year. Due to our unique curriculum and high standards, mid-year transfers grow increasingly difficult to accommodate over the course of the year. Grammar school students generally can succeed if they enter during the first semester (before January 1st). High school students must generally be enrolled during the first four weeks of the semester, but can, on occasion, be enrolled mid-year.
BRIDGE CAMPUS
Due to required parent training and curriculum ordering, Bridge Campus application deadlines are November 15 for spring semester admission and April 15 for fall admissions.
Applications for 11th - 12th Grades
We do not allow new students who enter after the second week of September during the student’s junior year to graduate from The Ambrose School unless they were previously enrolled at a comparable classical Christian school. We can allow students to complete the coursework, but they will not receive an Ambrose diploma.
Re-Enrollment of Current Families
Re-enrollment of current students occurs automatically at the end of January through FACTS, our tuition management system. If you are a current family and have a new student, you must complete an application for that student. Log into your FACTS Family Portal account and select Apply/Enroll > Application.
APPLICATION PROCESS TIMELINE
Locust Grove Campus
(Traditional 5-Day Program)
Applications Open
October 1st
Applications Due
Rolling Admissions
Enrollment Notifications
Beginning February 1st
Applications Open
October 1st
Applications Due
November 15th for Spring Semester
April 15th for Fall Semester
Enrollment Notifications
Rolling
Please note: Families are accepted based on the information collected during the application process, and the Admissions Committee makes decisions at each step. Acceptance means we believe we can serve your family and there is a fit within our community. In classes that are full, students who are accepted are placed in a wait pool until we have room to enroll them.
The Ambrose School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its admissions, scholarships, hiring, or other school-directed policies. All admissions and enrollment decisions are made at the discretion of the Admissions Committee, and the school reserves the right to refuse admission or continued enrollment.