Admissions

Non-discriminatory policy – Pinewood admits students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarships and loan programs, and athletic and other administered programs.

Citizenship – In accordance with Greek law, Greek students applying for admission in EYP 2  to Grade 9 must meet some criteria. Click here to read the criteria for enrolling Greek students.

Enrollment Requirements – In order to hold a place at Pinewood, families are required to re-enroll at the end of each school year. This simple procedure involves completing the online re-enrollment form and paying the deposit as detailed in the billing statement sent to families after they complete the re-enrollment process.

Acknowledgement – Upon registration each school year,  parents and/or legal guardians  receive a Proforma Invoice for each child enrolled at the school detailing the fees and the installment dates. The school reserves the right to require full payment of tuition and fees prior to enrollment.

English Proficiency – Students with limited English proficiency in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 6 are considered eligible for admission. As a result of language screening and evaluation, special ELL classes are provided for students who will benefit from such additional language instruction. The Secondary Division requires a specific level of English language proficiency for each grade. The proficiency is defined by a school-administered English Placement test and an in school placement test at the beginning of the school year.

Age Limitations – To be eligible for Pre-Kindergarten 1, a child must have reached the age of three by December 31; for Pre-Kindergarten 2, a child must have reached the age of four by December 31; for Kindergarten, a child must have reached the age of five by December 31; and for Grade 1, a child must have reached the age of six by December 31. Click here to consult the complete Age placement guide.

Grade Level Placement – Students are placed in the appropriate grade level based on age, previous schooling, and ability, as determined by the Pinewood administration after a thorough review of application materials and assessment results. 

Students with Special Needs –Pinewood offers optimal learning support for students with mild to moderate special educational needs (see Learning Support under School Programs and Services in our handbook). Assistance and programs for children with serious learning, emotional or physical disabilities are unavailable at Pinewood. Pinewood reserves the right to deny admission to any student who, in the opinion of the school administration, is in need of such special programs and support services for which the school cannot adequately provide.

Pinewood PAYMENT POLICY – Click here.