For the fourth year in a row, Ravenscroft's student-led fundraising team for Crucial Catch has been recognized as the top fundraising school in the nation, exceeding their goal of $30,000 by more than $6,000, and once again winning the prestigious Pink Cleat Award.
Apply to Lower School
The journey toward purposeful leadership starts with your application.
The Ravenscroft admissions process is far more than a checklist—it is an exciting, transformative journey for your entire family. This is a dedicated time to discover your deepest educational values and see exactly how Ravenscroft aligns with that vision.
Together, we will explore how our community inspires your student to become a purposeful leader. Every step of this process is designed to illuminate your child’s unique gifts, passions, and potential. By the time you complete your journey with us, you will know without hesitation that Ravenscroft is the definitive place where your student will thrive, lead, and actualize their full potential.
Deadline for Completed Applications
Completed applications for the 2027-2028 school year are due on Friday, Jan. 15, 2027.
Pre-Kindergarten Application Process
- Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
- Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
- Step 3: Schedule a Parent/Guardian Conversation
- Step 4: Register for your Raven Ready: Group Applicant Visit
- Step 5: Submit Teacher Observation Form
- Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
Step 3: Schedule a Parent/Guardian Conversation
Step 4: Register for your Raven Ready: Group Applicant Visit
Step 5: Submit Teacher Observation Form
Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Kindergarten Application Process
- Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
- Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
- Step 3: Register for your Raven Ready: Group Applicant Visit
- Step 4: Register for ATS Assessment
- Step 5: Submit Teacher Observation Form
- Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
Step 3: Register for your Raven Ready: Group Applicant Visit
Step 4: Register for ATS Assessment
Step 5: Submit Teacher Observation Form
Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
1st Grade Application Process
- Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
- Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
- Step 3: Register for a student visit.
- Step 4: Send Teacher Recommendation Form
- Step 5: Upload Report Card from the current school year (once available)
- Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
Step 3: Register for a student visit.
Step 4: Send Teacher Recommendation Form
Step 5: Upload Report Card from the current school year (once available)
Step 6: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
2nd Grade Application Process
- Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
- Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
- Step 3: Register for a student visit.
- Step 4: Register for the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam)
- Step 5: Send Teacher Recommendation Forms
- Step 6: Upload School Records
- Step 7: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
Step 3: Register for a student visit.
Step 4: Register for the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam)
Step 5: Send Teacher Recommendation Forms
Step 6: Upload School Records
Step 7: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
3rd Grade - 5th Grade Application Process
- Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
- Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
- Step 3: Register for a student visit.
- Step 4: Register for the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam)
- Step 5: Send Teacher Recommendation Forms
- Step 6: Upload School Records
- Step 7: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Step 1: Create your Aryval Enroll account (required to become an applicant)
Step 2: Submit your Pre-application through Aryval Enroll (required to begin the application)
Step 3: Register for a student visit.
Step 4: Register for the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam)
Step 5: Send Teacher Recommendation Forms
Step 6: Upload School Records
Step 7: Complete Parent/Guardian Statement
Lower School Admissions Primary Contacts

Jessie Hale Tesh '05
Assistant Director of Admissions - Lower School
919-756-6256 LSAdmissions@ravenscroft.org

Kate Anklowitz
Lower School Admissions Counselor
919-364-8910 | LSAdmissions@ravenscroft.org
2026-27 Important Dates and Deadlines
Early September:
2026-27 Admissions & Flexible Tuition Applications Open
November 14, 2026:
Grades 6–12 Admissions Open House, 9 a.m.
December 5, 2026:
Pre-K/K Visitation Day 1
December 12, 2026:
Grades 2–12 Admissions ISEE Testing Day 1
January 9, 2027:
Pre-K/K Visitation Day 2
January 9, 2027:
Grades 2–12 Admissions ISEE Testing Day 2
January 15, 2027:
Priority Application Deadline (All Grades)
January 15, 2027:
Priority Flexible Tuition Application Deadline (All Grades)
February 19, 2027:
Pre-K/K Priority Admissions Decision Notifications
February 26, 2027:
Grades 9–12 Priority Admissions Decision Notifications
February 26, 2027:
Second Consideration Application Deadline
March 1, 2027:
Pre-K/K Priority Enrollment Deadline
March 5, 2027:
Grades 1–8 Priority Admissions Decision Notifications
March 17, 2027:
Grades 1–12 Priority Enrollment Deadline
April 5, 2027:
Second Consideration Enrollment Deadline





