Open House on Nov 4

Open House on Nov 4

Letter from the Director of Enrollment

Email Natacha

Dear families,

Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions families make. We know the process of visiting and considering schools can feel both exciting and overwhelming, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

At Advent, we believe children learn best when curiosity, creativity, and joy are at the center of their experience. Rooted in a Reggio-inspired philosophy and grounded in academic rigor, our program challenges students to think deeply, collaborate meaningfully, and grow into confident, compassionate learners.

As you explore schools, we encourage you to reflect on two essential questions: How well does the school’s philosophy align with your family’s values and goals for your child’s education? And how well does the school’s approach nurture the unique strengths and sensibilities of your child as a learner?

The Advent admissions process is designed to help you consider these questions in thoughtful, supportive ways. We invite you to begin by attending an Open House or scheduling a visit—it’s an opportunity to see our classrooms in action and experience firsthand what makes an Advent education both joyful and rigorous. 

We look forward to welcoming you.

Warmly,

Natacha Shillingford

Director of Enrollment (and parent of an Advent School Fifth Grader)

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Admissions Process

  • Blackbaud is your one-stop shop for starting, managing, and submitting your Advent application.

    Create your Blackbaud account

  • Meet with school staff, ask questions, and discuss how Advent can best support your child.

  • This includes the application form, your child’s progress reports, and teacher recommendations. Applications are due on January 15.

    Use the checklist in Blackbaud to manage your application, assessments, and teacher recommendations.

    Have questions about a step? Email admission@adventschool.org.

  • ECC & K applicants visit on Saturday, January 9.

    1st to 6th Grade applicants can visit during a school day in January.

  • Visit our Tuition Financial Assistance page for more information about tuition rates and the financial assistance process.

    Create your Clarity account.

The Lionhearted Learner’s Blog

Lionhearted Learners Blog - The Advent School
Book Doctors, Shelf Markers & the Freedom to Read
Book Doctors, Shelf Markers & the Freedom to Read

Every week, Advent students visit the Library to explore new books, revisit old favorites, and discover the many ways a library can spark curiosity and inspire learning. Library time with Ms. Collins is also an opportunity to build the skills that help students become confident, independent readers and thoughtful stewards of our shared collection.

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Math Moments!
Math Moments!

At Advent, math is more than numbers and equations. Problem-solving and real-world applications encourage students to see mathematics as both a language and a tool for understanding and engaging with the world around them.

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Literacy Moments across Advent
Literacy Moments across Advent

Across The Advent School, literacy learning takes many forms—from building letters and strengthening handwriting skills to playing with language, experimenting with different genres, and finding creative ways to tell a story.

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The Lion’s Roar is here!
The Lion’s Roar is here!

This year’s Annual Report highlights the ways our faculty used Reggio Emilia principles and the whole child approach to nurture curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and deep intellectual engagement.

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