Welcome New Students and Families

RESPONDING TO YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION

Congratulations on your child's acceptance to Shady Hill School.  To accept admission and secure your spot in the fall, please follow steps sent in the email with the subject line, "Congratulations". The email contains the enrollment contract and instructions for paying the non-refundable tuition deposit.

An optional tuition refund insurance plan is available. Please see the brochure for more information.

ENROLLMENT CONTRACT & DEPOSIT DEADLINE: APRIL 10, 2026

Enrollment Checklist:
  • Enrollment Contract
    • Payment Plans
    • Tuition Refund Insurance (optional)
  • Register with FACTS
    • Deposit

DISCOVER THE SHADY HILL EXPERIENCE

Come get a glimpse into the elements of our program and connect with faculty, administrators, and other Shady Hill families, both current and new. Please keep an eye out for an upcoming email that will include more details. To join any of these welcoming events, please register through Ravenna.

Storytime & Classroom Visit for Beginners—Grade I
Saturday, March 28 | 9:00 – 10:15 AM | For Families Entering Beginners through Grade I
Accepted families to Beginners–Grade I are invited to Shady Hill for storytime, playground fun, and a classroom visit with our lower school faculty. This event is a wonderful opportunity for children and parents/guardians to explore our spaces together and feel truly at home in the Shady Hill community.

Family Tours throughout the Week of March 30
Revisit our classrooms, explore the campus, and see learning in action together as a family. We invite you to experience the energy of a typical day at Shady Hill; please schedule your visit through your Ravenna account.
Questions? Don't hesitate to contact us at admission@shs.org.
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