Admissions
General Information
We’re looking for the curious, self-motivated learner who thrives in a flexible yet rigorous academic environment and exhibits a strong academic history, strong achievement, high intellectual potential, and the willingness to work to his or her potential.
Prospective Parents' Meetings and dates
Meetings for prospective NOVA School parents will be held at the school on Monday, January 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, February 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.
The due date for completed applications to be considered in the first round of admissions is April 1, 2010. The due date for Financial aid applications to be posted is March 17, 2010.
Prospective Parent Meeting Flyer (pdf).
Is my child right for NOVA?
Our goal is to find the best match between the NOVA School mission and program, the student’s needs, and the family’s expectations. Our admissions process is designed to identify students who exhibit all or most of the following characteristics:
- A student with strong academic achievement, who scores in the 90th percentile or above on most sections of standardized achievement tests.
- A student with high intellectual potential, who scores in the 90th percentile or above on the aptitude test we give for enrollment.
- A student who reads and writes very well for his/her grade level.
- A student who has sufficient mathematical ability to move at a pace faster than a typical regular classroom math curriculum.
- A student who exhibits curiosity, independence, focus, and motivation, as indicated by teacher comments.
- A student who has the desire to attend a challenging, rigorous, personal school, and the willingness to work to his or her potential.
- A student who is generally well-behaved, respectful, and cooperative in a classroom setting.
Accepted students will be expected to read and write continuously, complete assignments conscientiously, work independently, exhibit respectful behavior, be responsible for regular homework, and contribute positively to the school community.
Please note: Although NOVA School provides a program specifically for highly capable students, there are some very bright students we can not appropriately serve. The following are potential reasons for denying admission to, or continuance in, our program: not academically prepared for above-grade level study; not emotionally or socially prepared for the rigors of our program; an inability to demonstrate respect for peers or teachers; serious difficulty focusing; serious difficulty working cooperatively in groups; specific learning disabilities; or other special education needs.