Admissions Process

Now Accepting Applications for the 2026–2027 School Year

We are excited to welcome new families to The Hudson School! Applications for PreK 3 through Grade 12 are now open.

To begin, click the button below and create a profile on Ravenna, our online admissions platform.

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Application Steps

1. Submit the Preliminary Application
    
2. Complete the Student Interview
    
3. Submit the Parent/Guardian Questionnaire
    
4. Request Teacher Recommendation(s)
    
5. Request School Transcripts (Grades 1–12 applicants only)
    
6. Submit Fall Report Card (Grades 1–12 applicants only)
    
7. Upload Work Samples (Grades 5–12 applicants only)

Admissions Timeline

PreK 3 – Grade 8

• Preliminary Applications Due: January 9, 2026
   
• Supplemental Materials Due: January 23, 2026
   
• Admissions Notification: February 5, 2026
   
• Family Reply Deadline: March 2, 2026

Grades 9 – 12

• Applications Due: January 16, 2026
   
• Supplemental Materials Due: January 30, 2026
   
• Admissions Notification: February 19, 2026
   
• Family Reply Deadline: March 16, 2026

We understand that some families may have unique timing considerations related to admissions and enrollment. If you're interested in early notification, mid-year enrollment, or other possible options, please reach out to us at [email protected] — we are happy to connect with you directly.

Age Guidelines for Admission

At The Hudson School, we want each child to begin their learning journey at a time that supports their development—academically, socially, and emotionally. To help guide placement, we use the following age guidelines:

• PreK 3: Children should be 3 years old by September 1
• PreK 4: Children should be 4 years old by September 1 
• Kindergarten: Children should be 5 years old by September 1 of the year they enter.
• For older grades, we will consider students who miss the cut-off but have completed the grade at another school. 

We understand that every child develops at their own pace and that school entry cut-off dates vary from school to school. If your child’s birthday falls close to the cut-off date, our admissions team will take time to get to know them through the application process, teacher input, and developmental readiness assessments. In some cases, we may recommend a different entry point to ensure your child has the best possible start.

Our goal is always to place students where they will feel confident, challenged, and supported as they grow.

Questions? We are here to help. Please contact us at [email protected].