Thank you for your interest in applying to Viewpoint!
We’re delighted to work with you and encourage you to give us a call at 818-591-6560, or drop us a line at admission@viewpoint.org. We’ll get back to you promptly.
We give full consideration to applications from qualified students for any grade, with our largest entry points (where we add additional seats) at Kindergarten, Middle School (both Sixth and Seventh Grades), and Upper School (Ninth Grade). Each grade is subject to space availability.
We work carefully to shape a student body that represents a broad range of interests, abilities, and backgrounds, one whose families are aligned with our School’s mission and values.
Key items related to the application process for the 2021-22 school year:
1. What are the deadlines? Will you accept late applications
Priority application deadline: December 15, 2020
Late applications welcome and dependent upon space availability. Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.
Financial Aid application deadline: January 15, 2021
Supplemental materials (Teacher evaluations, transcripts, etc.) due: January 15, 2021
Grades 9-12 Decision Notification Date: March 5, 2021
Grades K-8 Decision Notification Date: March 12, 2021
2. Is an ISEE or SSAT required? No, not for the 21-22 application process. With a couple of exceptions detailed below in the Steps on Applying section, these tests will be optional for 21-22. Read the section for additional information on the optionality of these assessments.
3. Is the CSS (Character Skills Snapshot) required? Yes, for 21-22 applicants to Grades 6-12. You’ll find details below on this non-academic assessment that will help round out your child’s application.
How to Apply to Kindergarten
- Step One: Submit an Application
- Step Two: Schedule a Family Meeting
- Step Three: Virtual Kindergarten Assessment
- Step Four: Submit Required Forms
- Step Five: Financial Aid Application
- Kindergarten Admission FAQ's
Step One: Submit an Application
Step Two: Schedule a Family Meeting
Step Three: Virtual Kindergarten Assessment
Step Four: Submit Required Forms
Step Five: Financial Aid Application
Kindergarten Admission FAQ's
How to Apply to Grades 1-5
- Step One: Submit an Application
- Step Two: Submit a Student Application Supplement (Grade 5)
- Step Three: Schedule a Family Meeting
- Step Four: Testing (Grades 1-5)
- Step Four: Standardized Testing for International Applicants Requiring F-1 Visas (Grade 5)
- Step Five: Submit Transcripts and Required Forms
- Step Six: Financial Aid Application
- Grades 1-5 Admission FAQs
Step One: Submit an Application
Step Two: Submit a Student Application Supplement (Grade 5)
Step Three: Schedule a Family Meeting
Step Four: Testing (Grades 1-5)
Step Four: Standardized Testing for International Applicants Requiring F-1 Visas (Grade 5)
Step Five: Submit Transcripts and Required Forms
Step Six: Financial Aid Application
Grades 1-5 Admission FAQs
How to Apply to Grades 6-12
- Step One: Submit an Application
- Step Two: Submit a Student Application
- Step Three: Schedule a Family Meeting
- Step Four: Test Optional Information (Grade 6-9)
- Step Four: Standardized Testing (Grades 10-12 and International Applicants to Grades 6-12 Requiring F-1 Visas)
- Step Five: Take the Character Skills Snapshot (CSS) Online at Home
- Step Six: Submit Transcripts and Required Forms
- Step Seven: Financial Aid Application
- Grades 6-12 Admissions FAQs