PROCESS & TIMELINE
At Wellan, we are dedicated to providing you with a clear and straightforward admissions process. We’ve outlined the steps below to help guide you. Please don't hesitate to contact us at admissions@wellan.org if you have any questions—we’re here to support you along the way.
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Step 1: Online InquiryFill out an inquiry form here. The completion of an inquiry form registers you in our system so that we can communicate with you throughout the Admissions process and share important upcoming dates. This important step will also prompt our database to have you sign up for a school tour.
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Step 2: Campus Tour and InterviewWe are thrilled to welcome visitors to the Wellan campus! You will be prompted to sign up for a campus tour when filling our the Online Inquiry.
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Step 3: ApplyPlease complete items on your Application Checklist in the Admissions Portal.
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Step 4: Classroom ObservationsParent-only classroom observations will be hosted in the winter months following the submission of an application. This opportunity to visit a classroom will happen between 8:30 – 9:30am. When your Application Checklist is complete, we will be in touch to schedule an observation. Often, prospective parents find it helpful to have a sense of structure while observing. Please click here to download our Classroom Observation Guide so you can see how the visit is set up.
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Step 5: Student ScreeningStudent visits will be scheduled following the submission of an application and all other necessary paperwork. During this visit, you and your child will meet with Division Leader, Becky Alukonis, to enjoy an opportunity to get to know one another more and explore a Montessori environment. Admissions decisions will be offered to applicants via email on January 29, 2024 (early decision) or March 8, 2024 (regular decision).
HOW TO APPLY
Inquire and Complete Your Application Checklist Here
DATES & DEADLINES
Beginner & Primary - Rolling Admissions
Admissions for our Beginner and Primary programs follow a rolling timeline. Once a candidate has completed all required application steps, their file will be reviewed on a monthly basis by our Admissions Committee. Admissions decisions will be shared following each review cycle.
Unless there are current openings, all candidates will be considered for admission for the 2025-2026 school year.
Elementary & Middle School - Standard Admissions Cycle
For most applicants to Elementary and Middle School, the admissions process follows this timeline:
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Application Deadline: January 15, 2025
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Decision Notification: March 10, 2025
In some cases, an applicant may follow a different timeline—for example, siblings of current students, siblings rolling applicants, or mid-year transfers. If this applies to your family, we will provide specific details during the admissions process.