Admission process

Steps to Enroll

1. Tour Aya

Schedule a tour, attend an open house, or join an info session to learn about our programs and community. Click on TOUR AYA in menu above.

2. Submit Application Form

Once ready, complete the online application form for your child. Click here to apply.

• Key Dates:

  • Registration for the upcoming academic year opens January 1st at 8:00 AM.

  • Applications are reviewed on a first-come-first-served basis.

  • Priority is given to current Aya families, their siblings, and new applicants applying between Jan. 1st and Mar. 1st.

• Important Notes:

  • Applicants will receive acceptance notifications by April 30th.

  • Applications submitted after March 1st are automatically placed on the waitlist. Families on the waitlist will be contacted when a spot becomes available.

  • A new application is required for every academic year if the child is not currently enrolled at Aya. Applications are specific to the academic year applied for and do not transfer to subsequent years.

3. Pay Registration Fee

A non-refundable $100 registration fee (via PayPal or Zelle) is required to initiate the application process. Applications submitted without a registration fee will not be processed and will lose their spot on the list.

Additional ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS

Primary Program Requirements (Ages 3-6):

• Priority enrollment will be given to 3-year-old children who are bathroom independent.

• Children must be independent in feeding, dressing, and bathroom.

• Kindergarten (KG): Applicants must be 5 years old before September 1st and have prior AMI Montessori experience. A full lesson report and an interview are required prior to finalizing the child’s enrollment.

Elementary Admission Process (Grades 1-6):

Applicants for Elementary undergo an additional process:

1.Parent Documentation: Parents will be required to submit:

• School Record Release Authorization Form,

• Teacher Recommendation Form,

• Parent Questionnaire.

2. School Visit: In March or April, the school will contact parents to schedule a visit. During the visit, your child will:

• Shadow group lessons,

• Receive one-on-one lessons,

• Socialize with peers.

• Be indirectly assessed for Montessori environment alignment.

3. Decision Letter: Decision letters are sent by mid-late April, contingent on availability.

ACCEPTANCE Process

Once accepted:

1. Parent Portals:

   • Create a parent account on Transparent Classroom for enrollment forms.

   • Set up billing via BrightWheel.

2. Deposit:

   • A deposit equivalent to two weeks of full tuition is required to secure your child’s spot.

   • Refund Policy:

     • 50% refund if withdrawn before May 1st (by April 30th).

     • No refund after May 1st.

   • For enrollments after May 1st, the deposit is non-refundable.

3. Required Forms:
   Submit these documents before your child’s first day:

   • Health Forms,

   • Up-to-date Vaccination Records,

   • Emergency Form,

   • Birth Certificate,

   • Allergy/Asthma/Medication Authorization (if applicable),

   • Feeding Plan & Activity Schedule (for infants/toddlers),

   • "All About Me" Form.

4. Orientation:
   Attend the parents’ orientation (details TBD) and schedule a house visit for your child in July.

Summer Camp Admission Process

Summer Camp enrollment differs from the academic year process:

• Applications are processed within one week, based on availability.

• Accepted applicants will:

  1. Join Transparent Classroom for forms and agreements.

  2. Set up BrightWheel for billing and receive monthly invoices.

  3. Submit all required forms on the first day of camp.