Webb School of Knoxville
Webb School of Knoxville
How to Apply

Applying to Webb School.

As your family explores the many school options in the greater Knoxville area, Webb School and the Admissions Office look forward to sharing our vision of what we feel an extraordinary educational experience should be. Our team is committed to making this process both enjoyable and informative for your family. The step-by-step guide below will explain our application process. If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact our team at 865-291-3781.

 

Lower School

Lower School Application Timeline

  Application
Submission		 Assessment &
Supplemental Materials
Completed		 Decision
Notification
Priority Round On or before December 16 On or before February 8 On or before March 2
First Round On or before January 31 On or before March 28 On or before April 3
Rolling Admission On or after February 1 Supplemental materials are required within three weeks of application. An assessment date will be set by the Admissions Office.  Within two weeks of admission file completion

 

Pre-K

Step 1: Complete Online Application

Our Online Application sees to gather basic information about your student, family, and how the student could be a match for Webb School. All applications and supporting documents will be submitted online through SchoolAdmin using the account you create when completing your application. The application fee is $75.

Applicants for 2020-2019 must turned four prior to August 15, 2020.

Step 2: Submit Supplemental Materials

After you submit the online application, you will gain access to your application checklist which details all required materials. Evaluation forms can be sent via email from the checklist. The following forms are required for Pre-K applicants:

  • Pre-K Readiness Evaluation (completed by a parent)

  • Personal Reference Form

  • Teacher’s Evaluation (if applicable)

  • School Administrator’s Evaluation (if applicable)

  • School Report/Transcript (if applicable)

Step 3: Take Part in a Student Admissions Assessment

Each student applicant attends an assessment led by Lower School faculty and administrators. You are able to schedule your child’s assessment date via the application checklist.

Step 4: Meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School

Following your child’s assessment, you will meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School, to discuss your child’s assessment feedback and observations as well as give you an opportunity to ask any further questions.

Kindergarten

Step 1: Complete Online Application

Our Online Application sees to gather basic information about your student, family, and how the student could be a match for Webb School. All applications and supporting documents will be submitted online through SchoolAdmin using the account you create when completing your application. The application fee is $75.

Applicants for 2020-2019 must turned five prior to August 15, 2020.

Step 2: Submit Supplemental Materials

After you submit the online application, you will gain access to your application checklist which details all required materials. Evaluation forms can be sent via email from the checklist. The following forms are required for Kindergarten applicants:

  • Kindergarten Readiness Evaluation (completed by a parent)

  • Personal Reference Form

  • Teacher’s Evaluation (if applicable)

  • School Administrator’s Evaluation (if applicable)

  • School Report/Transcript (if applicable)

 

Step 3: Take Part in a Student Admissions Assessment

Each student applicant attends an assessment led by Lower School faculty and administrators. You are able to schedule your child’s assessment date via the application checklist.

Step 4: Meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School

Following your child’s assessment, you will meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School, to discuss your child’s assessment feedback and observations as well as give you an opportunity to ask any further questions.

Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Families interested in applying for financial aid should indicate on their application and do so simultaneously with the school application process.

Graders 1-5

Step 1: Complete Online Application

Our Online Application sees to gather basic information about your student, family, and how the student could be a match for Webb School. For students applying to grades 3-5, the application includes a student response section to be completed by the student applicant.

All applications and supporting documents will be submitted online through SchoolAdmin using the account you create when completing your application. The application fee is $75.

Step 2: Submit Supplemental Materials

After you submit the online application, you will gain access to your application checklist which details all required materials. Evaluation forms can be sent via email from the checklist. The following forms are required for applicants in grades 1 - 5:

  • Teacher’s Evaluation

  • School Administrator’s Evaluation

  • School Report/Transcript

  • Personal Reference Form

Note: For students currently enrolled in a Knox Co. school, teachers and administrators, may not be permitted to complete evaluation forms.

Step 3: Take Part in a Student Admissions Assessment

Each student applicant attends an assessment led by Lower School faculty and administrators. You are able to schedule your child’s assessment date via the application checklist.

Step 4: Meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School

Following your child’s assessment, you will meet with Kristi Wofford, Head of the Lower School, to discuss your child’s assessment feedback and observations as well as give you an opportunity to ask any further questions.

Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Families interested in applying for financial aid should indicate on their application and do so simultaneously with the school application process.

Middle School

Middle School Application Timeline

  Application
Submission		 Assessment &
Supplemental Materials
Completed		 Decision
Notification
Priority Round On or before December 16 On or before January 24. ISEE assessment offered on 12/14 and 1/11 February 3
First Round On or before January 31 On or before February 21. 

ISEE assessment offered on 1/11 and 2/1

 March 2
Rolling Admission On or after February 1 ISEE assessment offered on 3/28 and 5/9. After 5/9, the Admissions Office will schedule the ISEE test with you. Supplemental materials should be completed as quickly as possible. Within two weeks of admission file completion

 

Step 1: Complete Online Application

Our Online Application sees to gather basic information about your student, family, and how the student could be a match for Webb School. The application includes a student response section to be completed by the student applicant.

 All applications and supporting documents will be submitted online through SchoolAdmin using the account you create when completing your application. The application fee is $75.

Step 2: Submit Supplemental Materials

After you submit the online application, you will gain access to your application checklist which details all required materials. Evaluation forms can be sent via email from the checklist. The following forms are required for Middle School applicants:

  • English Teacher’s Evaluation

  • Math Teacher’s Evaluation

  • School Administrator’s Evaluation

  • School Report/Transcript

  • Personal Reference Form

Note: For students currently enrolled in a Knox Co. elementary school, teachers and administrators, may not be permitted to complete evaluation forms.

Step 3: Schedule an ISEE Test

Each student applicant must take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). You can register for the ISEE test at www.iseetest.org. Students can also practice the exam on ISEE’s website to help them prepare for the exam.

Step 4: Interview

Each student applicant and their parent(s) interviews with a member of the admission team. The interview is a time for Webb School to learn more about your student and family as well as an opportunity for you to ask any additional questions that you may have.

Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Families interested in applying for financial aid should indicate on their application and do so simultaneously with the school application process.

Upper School

Upper School Application Timeline

  Application
Submission		 Assessment &
Supplemental Materials
Completed		 Decision
Notification
Priority Round On or before December 16 On or before January 24. ISEE assessment offered on 12/14 and 1/11 February 3
First Round On or before January 31 On or before February 21. 

ISEE assessment offered on 1/11 and 2/1

 March 2
Rolling Admission On or after February 1 ISEE assessment offered on 3/28 and 5/9. After 5/9, the Admissions Office will schedule the ISEE test with you. Supplemental materials should be completed as quickly as possible. Within two weeks of admission file completion

 

Step 1: Complete Online Application

Our Online Application sees to gather basic information about your student, family, and how the student could be a match for Webb School. The application includes a student response section to be completed by the student applicant.

All applications and supporting documents will be submitted online through SchoolAdmin using the account you create when completing your application. The application fee is $75.

Step 2: Submit Supplemental Materials

After you submit the online application, you will gain access to your application checklist which details all required materials. Evaluation forms can be sent via email from the checklist. The following forms are required for Upper School applicants:

  • English Teacher’s Evaluation

  • Math Teacher’s Evaluation

  • World Language Teacher’s Evaluation (if applicable)

  • School Administrator’s Evaluation

  • School Report/Transcript

  • Personal Reference Form

Step 3: Schedule an ISEE Test

Each student applicant must take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). You can register for the ISEE test at www.iseetest.org. Students can also practice the exam on ISEE’s website to help them prepare for the exam. For students applying to grades 10-12th, Webb School will accept PSAT, ACT or SAT results in lieu of the ISEE.

Step 4: Interview

Each student applicant and their parent(s) interviews with a member of the admission team. The interview is a time for Webb School to learn more about your student and family as well as an opportunity for you to ask any additional questions that you may have.

Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Families interested in applying for financial aid should indicate on their application and do so simultaneously with the school application process.

Visit Webb School

If you are interested in visiting campus before you apply, please use our inquiry form to schedule a tour, attend an admissions event, or to set up a shadow visit for your child.

 

Inquiry Form

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