The first step toward getting to know CCS is to complete an inquiry or call 818.780.6226.

2. take a tour

Tours are the best way to get to know us. Tours are for parents only and offer you an authentic glimpse into our school so that you can adequately gauge if it is the right fit for your child and family.

Fall 2024 tour dates are now available.

Please note: fall 2024 tours are for applicants interested in admission for the 2025-26 school year. If you are looking at later years, please join us at our January or May 2025 tours.

In October 2024, we will be hosting our Weekend Welcome when you and your child can explore the campus, hear from our administration, and learn more about a CCS education.

Then, plan to join us in January 2025 for our Meet the Teachers event that gives prospective parents a chance to meet our exceptional faculty. This event is highly recommended.

We will also be offering an opportunity to hear from our graduates via our Meet the Alumni event in February.

For details on these and other admissions events and to register, please make sure you have filled out an inquiry form so we can share information with you as soon as it is available.

3. apply for admission

The applications deadline for the 2025-26 school year is January 22, 2025.

There is a $125 fee per application.

After you apply, we will ask you to send a picture of your child and family (for identification purposes) to Berta De Leon, which is appreciated but not mandatory.

*Please note that all Kindergarten applicants must turn five years old by December 31 to be considered for admission.

4. Teacher Recommendation

Please have your child’s current teacher complete a Teacher Recommendation Form and return it to directly to CCS.

This recommendation should be completed within two weeks of completing your application, but not sooner than November 1, 2024 in order to give your child’s current teacher ample time to get to know them.

The final deadline to receive your child’s teacher recommendation is January 8, 2025.

5. Interview

Parent Interviews with our Senior Administrative Staff take place by appointment after an application has been submitted. This 30-minute conversation gives prospective parents an opportunity to get answers to questions that are specific to their child and family as well as gives CCS a chance to get to know parents. While we believe progressive education is beneficial for all children, we understand that it is not the perfect fit for every family. CCS will contact you to arrange this appointment.

6. Assessment

Applicant Assessment is unique at CCS. Our senior staff members travel to over 40 local preschools (and elementary schools for older applicants) to observe applicant students in a comfortable environment. Children do not know they are being observed, and they are not expected to perform in any way. We believe that watching your child play and interact with their peers, as well as talking with their teachers, is a great way to find out about your child in a meaningful way. CCS schedules these observations directly with your child’s school.

We follow a slightly different procedure for applicants at higher grades, which includes an on-campus shadow day at CCS.

8. admission

As part of our agreement with LAIS and its partner schools, applicants are notified of their status on the same day at the same time.

Admissions Decisions will be sent via email on Friday, March 14, 2025.

After the admission process is complete, we arrange a time for the child to visit the campus with their new teacher. Students are given a simple tour and encouraged to ask questions. Then, we keep in touch with your family during the Summer to give opportunities for you to connect with the school community. We want you to feel at home well before your child’s first day of school.