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2026-27 Admission Deadline Dates
January 9 - Admission Application Due
January 16 - Recommendations/Supporting Materials Due
January 16 - Tuition Assistance Application Due
February 27 - Decision Notification Via Email
March 13 - Enrollment Contract & Deposit Due
May 1, 4:00 pm - Enrollment Contract Binding Date
Explore River with Us
Register today for one of our Parent Admission Open House events! (September 30, November 7, December 10, January 7, and April 27).
We invite you to learn more about our Preschool, Elementary and Upper Elementary Programs. Contact our Admission Team to walk you through the admission process and get you scheduled for a tour or admission event.
- Megan Campbell, Director of Admission and Enrollment Management, mcampbell@riverschool.net, 202-380-9206.
- Katie Brebbia, Assistant Director of Admission, kbrebbia@riverschool.net, 202-380-9266.
We use the Ravenna system to help manage the admission steps, starting with your initial interest in The River School for your child. Submitting an initial Inquiry Form through the Ravenna System will help us create a smooth process for you. Please note: the Inquiry Form is not an application.
Parent Admission Open House Events
Register for one of our events during the '25-26 school year, using the Inquiry Form in Ravenna:
In-person Parent Events, 8:45 am - 10:30 am: Tuesday, September 30; Friday, November 7; Wednesday, January 7; and Monday, April 27. Enjoy a morning of observation and discussion with our Leadership team. You'll explore our vibrant, theme-based classrooms, engage with teachers, meet administrators, and tour the school.
Virtual Lunchtime Chat with River's Program Architects, Noon - 1:00 pm: Wednesday, December 10
For the 2025-2026 school year, we can accept applications as space availability allows. Please contact us to inquire. We look forward to meeting you and your children!
The River School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, gender, ethnic or national origin in the administration of its admission, financial aid and other school-administered programs.