Thank you for your interest in The Phillips Brooks School. On this page, you will find information that will help you get to know Phillips Brooks. To initiate the admissions process, the Application for Admission and Parent/Guardian Statement should be completed and returned to the Admissions Office. We continue to accept applications from out-of-town applicants and those families interested in being considered for rolling admissions. Your completed Application and Parent/Guardian Statement initiates the admissions process. Please refer to the Admissions Procedures page for more details. We look forward to meeting you!
Grades & Levels
Early Learning Center
Room A (3 years old, by September 1)
Room B (4 years old, by September 1)
Lower School
Kindergarten (5 years old, by September 1)
Grades 1-2
Upper School
Grades 3-5
Criteria for Admission
During the screening processing for ELC and Kindergarten, the Admissions Committee pays close attention to the following:
- a correlation between the school's philosophy and the goals of the parents
- developmental readiness
- social-emotional development
- the ability of the school to meet the needs of the child
In addition to the above criteria, we assess applicants in Grades 1-5 for learning style and aptitude, academic achievement, and motivation.
Tuition & Fees
Fees for the current school year are:
Application Fee (non-refundable): $85
2009 - 2010 Tuition
ELC Room A$13,200.00
ELC Room B $16,500.00
Kindergarten - Grade 5 $23,650.00
Tuition Assistance
Central to The Phillips Brooks School's mission is a commitment to socio-economic diversity among its students. To fulfill this commitment, the School maintains strong tuition assistance and seeks to ensure that a Phillips Brooks education remains accessible to qualified students. Tuition assistance applications (PFS) are mailed to all applicants upon request.
Filing Date
Please return the completed forms to the Admissions Office. Decisions will be mailed on March 18, 2010.
Transportation
Transportation is not provided. The School does, however, disseminate carpool information to all parents.
Lunch Program
Children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 are expected to bring a lunch, snack, and drink to school. Pre-ordered lunches (optional) are provided by the Parents' Association for a fee.
School Hours
Kindergarten
8:20-3:00*
Grades 1-2
8:20-3:10*
Grades 3-5
8:20-3:20*
Morning ELC Program
8:20-11:20 M-Th (Rm A)
8:20-11:20 M-F (Rm B)
Afternoon ELC Program
12:30-3:30 M-Th (Rm A)
12:30-3:30 M-Th and 8:20-11:20 Friday (Rm B)
*Friday dismissal is at 2:00 pm for Kindergarten, 2:10 pm for Grades 1 & 2, and 2:20 pm for Grades 3-5.
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all children in Kindergarten through Grade 5. Information regarding uniforms is mailed to all parents during the early part of the summer.
Parent Association
There is an active Parents' Association which meets regularly. This organization gives support to the School through such activities as fund-raising, staffing the library, recycling, selling uniforms and serving hot lunch. Room parents also help by driving and planning class trips and other events.
Optional Programs
Optional programs are available for children in Kindergarten and above. Those programs and fees for the 2008-2009 school year include:
Extended DayMonday - Friday 7:30 a.m.- 8:15 a.m. (no charge)
Fee-based after school program (please call the Business Office for pricing)Monday - Thursday 3:10 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Drop in care is available on an emergency basis.