The Admissions Process

We're glad you're here! Follow the steps below to complete the admissions process.

* Please note that at this time, these grades are at capacity for the 2022-2023 school year: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8. We are accepting applications for a possible waitlist pool. Please email Ashley Ackerman at aackerman@briarwoodschool.org for more information.

Step 1: Schedule a Tour

Step 2: Submit Online Application

These grades are at capacity for the 2022-2023 school year: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8.

We are accepting applications for a possible placement in the waitlist pool. Please contact Ashley Ackerman at aackerman@briarwoodschool.org for more information.

Online applications for the 2023-2024 school year are now being accepted. Please click here to access our online application. To be considered for the first round of decisions for the upcoming school year, you must have all items submitted by February 15th, 2023.

Step 3: Upload Documentation

Completed Parent Questionnaire
School Record Release Form
Current Report Card
Teacher Recommendation Form(s)
- Please note that grades 1-5 are only required to submit one form
- Grades 6-12 are required to have one math recommendation form and one English recommendation form
Testing/Evaluations - Completed within the past two years

Psycho-education testing / F.I.E. (Full Individualized Evaluation), which includes:
Cognitive testing (WISC-IV or Woodcock Johnson)
Academic Achievement
Comprehensive, professional interpretation of test scores and a relevant diagnosis
Professional recommendations for classroom accommodations
Speech & Language and / or Occupational & Physical Therapy Evaluation, if administered
Assessment of Psycho-Social Functioning if administered or upon request

(All testing items must be scanned as a single attachment, rather than multiple individual attachments.)

Step 4: Receipt of Documentation

Once all documentation is received, the Admissions Committee will evaluate the completed application and all required documents.
If the Admissions Committee determines that Briarwood could be a good match for your child's needs, a shadow day and screening will be scheduled. Please allow two weeks for review.
If the Admissions Committee determines that a possible placement is not recommended, alternative educational options will be discussed.

Step 5: Student Screening/Shadow Day

Step 6:

Should it be determined that Briarwood will possibly offer your child admission for the 2023-2024 school year, you will be notified that he/she is now part of our wait pool.

After re-enrollment is completed for our current students in late February, Division Director and the Direct of Admissions will meet to discuss how many spots are available for each grade level.

Acceptances will be offered on March 10, 2023

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