Admissions
Applying to Rodeph Sholom School
There are five components to the application process detailed below. If you have any questions along the way, please donโt hesitate to reach out via email at admissions@rssnyc.org or phone 646-438-8600. We look forward to helping you through this process!
1. Attend an Open House or a Tour
All families are required to attend an Open House or tour as a part of the application process.
Our Open Houses will give you a fantastic chance to meet our team and get to know the school. And please always feel free to call us at 646-438-8600 or email admissions@rssnyc.org to learn more about the school, particularly if our Open House dates/ times do not work for your schedules.
Scroll down for Open House dates and information.
2. Complete Your Application
Families can begin an application online starting September 1st, 2022. All applications are due on December 1st, 2022.
3. Parent Meeting
After you have submitted your application, you will be able to self-schedule a 30 minute parent meeting with a member of the admissions team. These meetings will take place exclusively on Zoom.
4. Child Visit
After you have submitted your application, you will be able to self-schedule your childโs visit.
Twos, Threes
Child meetings will be conducted in-person in small groups, allowing students to interact with some of our teachers and administrators in a fun and engaging way. All teachers and administrators interacting with your child will be up to date with vaccinations.
Pre-K, Kindergarten
Child meetings will be conducted in-person in small groups, allowing students to interact with some of our teachers and administrators in a fun and engaging way. All teachers and administrators interacting with your child will be up to date with vaccinations.
Elementary Division: 1st- 4th Grade
Students applying to 1st-4th Grade will participate in an in-person visit where they will join a classroom in their current grade, interact with students and faculty, and tour the school. Before the visit, students will be asked to complete a brief assignment on their own.
Middle School: 5th โ 8th Grade
Students applying to 5th-8th Grade will participate in an in-person visit where they will join classes in their current grade, interact with students and faculty, and tour the school. Before the visit, students will be asked to complete a brief assignment on their own.
5. ISAAGNY, School Reports, and ISEE
Pre-K
ISAAGNY Pre-K Confidential School Report
Please ask your current school teacher to complete and submit the ISAAGNY Pre-K Confidential School Report. The form is due no later than Friday, January 6, 2023.
Kindergarten and 1st Grade
ISAAGNY Kindergarten & 1st Grade Confidential School Report
Please ask your current school teacher to complete and submit the ISAAGNY Kindergarten & 1st Grade Confidential School Report. The form is due no later than Friday, January 6, 2023
1st Grade applicants will be asked to provide your childโs prior year school report.
2nd โ 5th Grade
ISAAGNY 2nd โ 5th Grade Confidential School Report
Please ask your current school teacher to complete and submit the ISAAGNY 2nd โ 5th Grade Confidential School Report. The form is due no later than Friday, January 6, 2023.
School Reports
You will be asked to provide your childโs two most recent school year reports.
ISEE Exam
The independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is required for students applying to the 2nd-8th Grades. You can learn more about the ISEE online here.
6th โ 8th Grade
ISAAGNY Evaluation English Teacher Recommendation Form
ISAAGNY Evaluation Math Teacher Recommendation Form
Please ask your current English and Math Teachers to complete and submit the ISAAGNY English and Math Recommendation Forms, respectively. These forms are due no later than Friday, January 6, 2023.
School Reports
You will be asked to provide your childโs two most recent school year reports.
ISEE Exam
The independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is required for students applying to the 2nd-8th Grades. You can learn more about the ISEE online here.
Program Overview
Program Overview
The Nursery through 8th Grade learning environment at Rodeph Sholom School allows students time and space to retain the wonder of childhood while simultaneously offering leadership opportunities and experiences that other structures preclude. As students progress through the grades, Rodeph Sholom offers appropriate challenges along the developmental continuum.
Rodeph Sholom School has three divisions:
- Early Childhood Division: Twos, Threes, Pre-K, and Kindergarten
- Elementary Division: 1st through 4th Grade
- Middle School Division: 5th through 8th Grade
Scroll down to learn more.
Early Childhood Division
Twos Program
In the Twos, students learn how to move through a school day, how to develop positive and satisfying relationships with others, and how to function within a group. They are also exposed to a wide range of learning materials and have chances to explore and make sense of the world around them.
Birthday Eligibility for 2023-24: 9/1/20 โ 8/31/21
Born after 8/31/21 Look at our Early Learning Programs!
Twos Program Options:
- 3 Days/week (Mon.,Wed.,Fri.)
- 5 Days/week (Mon.-Fri.)
Ask our team whatโs best for you!
Twos Program Hours:
8:30 โ 11:30 am (For all Twos programs)
Threes Program
In the Threes, students learn how to move through a school day, how to develop positive and satisfying relationships with others, and how to function within a group. They are also exposed to a wide range of learning materials and have chances to explore and make sense of the world around them.
Birthday Eligibility for 2023-24: 9/1/19 โ 8/31/20
Threes Program Options:
- Half Day
- Extended Day
Threes Program Hours:
- 8:45 am โ 12:15 pm (Half Day)
- 8:45 am โ 2:30 pm (Full Day)
- Early room available 8:00 โ 8:30 am
- After School hours available
Pre-K Program
The structure of the Pre-Kindergarten day offers students gentle guidance in developing their relationships with others. Students initiate social play through learning and work centers where they select what and with whom they will play. Students are given opportunities to develop their skills in literacy, math, and critical thinking in ways that develop naturally out of their everyday experiences.
Birthday Eligibility for 2023-24: 9/1/18 โ 8/31/19
Pre-K Program Hours:
- 8:30 am โ 2:50 pm (Mon.-Thu.), 8:30 am โ 2:20 pm (Fri.)
- Early room available 8:00 โ 8:30 am
- After School available hours available
Kindergarten Program
Inย Kindergarten, students are actively developing their skills in reading, writing, mathematical thinking, making sense of the larger world as they move through their day. Students also meet with specialists regularly to learn more in depth about music, art, literature, Hebrew, and physical education.
Birthday Eligibility for 2023-24: 9/1/17 โ 8/31/18
Kindergarten Hours:
- 8:00 am โ 3:00 pm (Mon.-Thu.), 8:00 am โ 2:20 pm (Fri.)
- After School programming available
Elementary Division
Through inquiry and exploration, students engage in a learning process they care about, posing questions of interest to them and contributing their voices to a joyous atmosphere. In our elementary classrooms, students are motivated to work with persistence, determination, and a passion for learning, which only serves to build their confidence, competence, and self-esteem.
Elementary Division Program Hours:
1st and 2nd Grade
- 8:00 am โ 3:15 pm (Mon. โ Thu.)
- 8:00 am โ 2:40 pm (Fri.)
3rd and 4th Grade
- 8:00 am โ 3:25 pm (Mon. โ Thu.)
- 8:00 am โ 2:50 pm (Fri.)
Middle School
Through a developmentally thoughtful program, Rodeph Sholom School supports each childโs cognitive and social emotional growth. In our challenging and stimulating curriculum, students think critically, engage with each other and the world around them, while holding themselves to high standards. Students are given space to explore, make choices, develop self-advocacy, and be independent, in a structured and safe environment.
Middle School Division Hours:
- 8:00 am โ 3:20 pm (Mon.-Thu.)
- 8:00 am โ 2:40 pm (Fri.)
Key Dates
APPLICATION DATES/DEADLINES:
Our application will be live for you to submit starting September 1st, 2022. All applications are due on December 1st, 2022. You can start your application here.
NOTIFICATION DATES/DEADLINES:
As a member of the Independent School Admission Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), Rodeph Sholom Schoolโs notification dates correspond with the dates provided by ISAAGNY.
| Grade Entering | Notification | Parents Reply Date |
| Twos, Threes, Pre-K | Thursday, March 2nd (or later) | Thursday, March 9th (at noon) |
| Kindergarten | Thursday, February 9th | Thursday, February 16th (at noon) |
| 1st โ 8th Grade | Tuesday, February 14th (or later) | Tuesday, March 3rd (at noon) |
EARLY NOTIFICATION:
Early Notification is for families who are:
- Current members of Congregation Rodeph Sholom
- Alumni
- Currently enrolled in Beginners at Rodeph Sholom School.
Families who opt for Early Notice, will have priority in the application process and will receive admissions decisions by Friday, December 9th. If you are interested in joining Congregation Rodeph Sholom so you can take advantage of this Early Notice opportunity, please email us at admissions@rssnyc.org and we will connect you with CRS leadership.
STUDENT AGES:
Please look at our Program Overview to see birthdates of eligibility for our grade levels.
Open House & Tour Information
We are excited to welcome you to our school!
TOURS:
We offer tours for all grades (Nursery โ 8th grade). If you would like to schedule a tour, please register below or contact our office at admissions@rssnyc.org.
OPEN HOUSES:
We will be hosting a Kindergarten Open House and Twos and Threes Open House this spring. Please register below or contact our office at admissions@rssnyc.org.
LEARN MORE:
To inquire about our school, please click here to inquire, or contact our office admissions@rssnyc.org
Twos and Threes
Tours:
Tours for our Twos and Threes program will be offered starting this spring on April 27th and May 16th.
Open House:
Our Open House will include a tour of our 84th street campus. You will also have an opportunity to hear from school leadership and speak with current parents and students.
Our Open Houses for the Twos and Threes will be held in Fall 2023.
If you would like more information about our school, please click the button below.
Pre-K and Kindergarten
Tours:
Tours for our Pre-K and K programs will be offered on May 15, and will include a visit to our 84th Street and 79th Street campuses.
Open House:
Our Open House for the Pre-K and Kindergarten will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from 9:30 am – 10:30 am.
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1st โ 8th Grade
Tours:
Please contact us at the link below to schedule a tour of our 1st – 8th grade program.
If you would like more information about our school, please click the button below.
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