Application Process

1.  The first part of the application process is to attend an Open House or come in for a tour.  Open Houses are held in January, and tours are given throughout the year.  During this time, you will hear about our attachment philosophy and our project-based emergent curriculum. 

Tours/Open Houses are usually 1-1 ½ hours long and are for adults only.  It is only after the tour/open houses that we give out applications. Enrollment is ongoing.  The school year begins mid-August, and we will continue to enroll throughout the year if availability exists.

2.  Once we have your application we will see if there is a space for your child.  If we have a space that meets your needs, we will offer you a chance to come for a parent-only observation in the classroom.  Observations are done in the morning, and last between 30-45 minutes.  This is an opportunity for you to see the classroom in action; you can see some of our routines with the children, and talk with some of the teachers.  We encourage leaving your child at home so you can focus your full attention on the classroom environment and social interactions.  We also spend some time with you to determine your needs and fit with the school.

3.  After the tour and observation, if we determine that your family would be a good match for OFS, we will extend an invitation to you to register your child! 

Old Firehouse Schools are owned by a small, family-run corporation. 

We reserve the right to serve the families that are most supportive of our values and program.