Admission

Application Process

We are thrilled you are exploring an application to BCD.

We have an online system to make the process easy though some materials will need to be requested manually. If you have questions or encounter any difficulties with the application, please reach out to info@bouldercountryday.org.

BCD does not have a set application deadline. We accept applications for admission throughout the year and will enroll admitted students as availability permits. If a grade is full, we will announce openings the first week of February.

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The Process

Research

Web and other- learn what’s offered in Boulder County and reflect on what is important for your family. We’ve got schools of all types and it takes some time to find the right match.

Inquire

The process generally starts with an Inquiry Form and a tour or school visit, but we also accept Applications as the first step. Submit an inquiry form to let us know you would like to learn more and stay in touch with events and admission news.

Tour or Attend an Event

We offer many ways to help you learn if we're a fit for you and we believe seeing school in session is the best way to learn about us. Daily tours, phone calls, Zoom, and events - all during different times of the day. If you need something outside of normal business hours or you're traveling to Boulder during a holiday, let us know and we'll do our best to make it work for you. Students are welcome and we leave the decision about their participation in the process up to you.

Apply

An online application makes it easy and we're happy to waive the fee if that is getting in the way for your family.

Click here to be directed to our online admission application. The application includes a non-refundable application fee of $75 for Transitional Kindergarten - 8th grade and $50 for preschool. If this fee represents a burden to your family, please reach out to info@bouldercountryday.org for a fee waiver.

Student Visit and Assessment

Once the application is received, we'll reach out to schedule a visit experience for your child. They range in length and structure based on their age but all are welcoming, developmentally appropriate, and FUN! Students walk away learning about BCD and making new friends. For students entering Transitional Kindergarten - 8th, the visit will include a short readiness assessment.

Teacher Recommendations and School Records

Once the shadow day is complete, you will be able to go into your students' checklist and request a recommendation from teachers using the Letter of Recommendation step. Recommendations are required for all applicants who have been in a daycare or a school setting. One form is required for Young Preschool - 5th grade and two are required for Middle School (English and Math). Please have your teacher’s email address ready when you apply.

You will need to request that school records and standardized test scores be sent to Boulder Country Day (if applicable to applying grade). Click here for form. All materials should be sent via email. Students who have additional non-school testing or documentation of advanced or individual learning plans, should have those sent to info@bouldercountryday.org as well. Report Cards and Testing can be uploaded into our online application portal or by using our Records Release Form. These can be done at any stage in the process as we understand you may not want to share with your current school that you're considering another.

Decision

Decisions are generally issued within two weeks of a completed application so that you can know your options and make decisions in a timely fashion for your family.

Families seeking financial assistance should complete our online application in conjunction with their admission application. This confidential process is supportive and collaborative.

Contract

Families enroll in BCD by completing a contract and paying a deposit. This tells BCD you're ready to be a Bulldog and secures a space in next year's class.

Admission FAQs

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

Is there an application deadline?

Boulder Country Day uses a rolling admission policy. This means that we will continue to receive applications until our classes are filled. While there is no deadline, we encourage early application to ensure there is a spot. To find out if there are spaces available, please contact the Office of Admission at info@bouldercountryday.org.
Once I submit an application, what is the next step?

For all grades, the Office of Admission will contact you to schedule a student assessment and a classroom shadow visit for your child. Shadow visits range in length depending on the age of the student but are required for all. Preschool hosts group playdates as well as individual shadows. Also, teacher recommendation forms from the current teacher are required for Transitional Kindergarten - 8th grade students and all preschool applicants who are already in daycare. Middle School requires two recommendations from the Math and English teachers. School records, and any test scores must also be submitted to complete the application file.
Which grades require a student assessment?

A shadow visit is required of all applicants. Academic assessments are required only for Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade applicants.
What is evaluated in the student assessment?

During its assessments, BCD is trying to determine if the applicant is ready for our learning environment and community. We want to ensure that if we admit the student, that they will thrive here. We assess each child's reading, writing, and math skills as well as various elements of social and emotional development. The goal is to assess "fit", both for BCD and the student.
How long does the assessment take?

Assessments vary in length by grade but range from 30-60 minutes and can be done via Zoom for families who live at a distance and cannot come to campus.
When will I be notified if my child has been accepted?

Because we work on a rolling basis, families will typically be notified within two weeks of their child's application completion and shadow visit/assessment.

Birth Date Entry Requirement

Preschool students must be 2.5 years old to enter our preschool. These students are admitted on a rolling basis through October of each year as space permits.

For Kindergarten admissions, we follow the September 30th date as a guide. Younger applicants can be assessed for readiness if recommended by current preschool teachers.

Our Non-Discrimination Policy

Boulder Country Day School celebrates, honors, and appreciates all forms of diversity in an environment of inclusivity. Individual differences are highly regarded, nurturing the human dignity of each member of our community. Our intentional work to embrace and understand the value of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals. Boulder Country Day does not discriminate against any employee, student, applicant for employment, or applicant for admission on the basis of age, disability, culture, ethnic origin, nationality, race, color, religion, creed, family, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, military service, socioeconomic status or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Boulder Country Day School 4820 Nautilus Court North • Boulder, Colorado 80301 • Phone - 303.527.4931 • info@bouldercountryday.org

Boulder Country Day School is a leading private school serving students 2 ½ years old - 8th grade. In partnership with our outstanding faculty and committed families, we uphold the highest standard for our balanced educational experience. Through small class sizes and innovative engagement in a supportive environment, students at BCD learn to explore their strengths and apply them to the world. Guided by our values, we believe the empowered minds that graduate from BCD will be the ones to ignite global change.