Middle School
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Applying to the Middle School (Grades 5–8)
Middle School is a time of transitions where students begin to discover themselves and their potential to change the world. La Jolla Country Day School challenges students in a nurturing environment to develop independence of thought, habit, and mind.
Inquire
To get updates on admission events and the application process, please submit an inquiry form.
Apply
Applications open on September 1. You are welcome to review a Middle School sample checklist to help you with your planning. A detailed list is available in your child’s Finalsite application portal.
Schedule Your Child’s Testing
The Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) must be completed by February 1. Please visit the ISEE website or the SSAT website to learn more.
Complete the Financial Assistance Application
If financial assistance would be an important part of making an LJCDS education possible for your family, we encourage you to connect with Brian Murphy, Director of Strategic Enrollment Management, before submitting a financial assistance application. A brief conversation can help you better understand the process, explore what financial assistance may look like for your family, and determine the best next step. Financial assistance applications must be submitted by February 1. For more information, please visit the financial assistance webpage.
Receive a Decision from LJCDS
Families who complete the application process by February 1 will receive an email notification with the admission decision in mid-March.
