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Admissions Process

Understand the admissions process for Brentwood Christian School, voted Austin’s Best Private School three years in a row. Enroll your child in a faith-based learning environment.

Online Applications Make It Simple

We utilize a rolling admissions process and spaces are limited. We invite you to embark on a journey of discovery with us and explore everything that makes Brentwood a top private school in Austin!

1. Inquire & Schedule a Tour

Experience and feel everything Brentwood has to offer the moment you step on campus all while getting all your questions answered. Contact our admissions office to schedule your visit and begin your journey at Brentwood! Our Admissions Team is eager to walk alongside you through the admissions process to join the Brentwood community.

2. Complete the Application

To begin the application process for Brentwood Christian School, please create an account here. If you are new to Brentwood, you’ll need to verify your account via email before proceeding (check your spam folder if you do not see the verification email). Once verified, log in with your username and password, and follow the prompts to start a new student application.

There is a $125 non-refundable application fee, payable by debit or credit card through the Online Application Portal. The system will allow you to submit the application when all required documents are uploaded and sections are marked with green checkmarks. If any section shows a yellow exclamation point, additional information is needed. Once submitted, you can log in to track your child’s admissions status.

If you already have a child enrolled at Brentwood and wish to submit an application for another sibling, log in to your family portal account, click Apply/Enroll, and select Application (new student).

International students must choose the international student option for additional paperwork.

For additional details on the admissions process, please see the admissions checklist below.

3. Take the Admissions Assessment

All applicants (except for EL3 students) will be required to complete an admissions assessment that will be arranged through the Admissions Office. The MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) Screener will be completed for reading and math and will be used to provide the principal with an overview of the student’s readiness.

4. Family Interview with Principal

Once the application and assessment are completed, the Admissions Office will arrange the family interview as part of the final step of the application process.. This meeting is a time for your family to meet with the principal to determine if BCS is a mutually good fit. All application requirements (except for the completed health forms and immunization records) need to be turned in prior to scheduling the interview as these will be considered in determining acceptance.

5. Complete Enrollment

Upon acceptance, the Finance Office will provide enrollment instructions. You will have five business days to complete the enrollment packet, sign the Enrollment Contract, and pay the Enrollment Fee to secure your child’s spot. Additional requirements, such as health forms and immunization records, must be completed before the school year begins.

Resources

Simplify Your Application Journey

Explore our comprehensive admissions checklists and supplemental forms to help you apply with ease.

Admissions Checklist for EL3/4

A step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth enrollment process for Early Learning (EL3/4) applicants, including required documents and assessments.

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Admissions Checklist for Kindergarten

This checklist provides all the necessary steps for families applying to Kindergarten at Brentwood, from application submission to assessments and interviews.

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Admissions Checklist for Elementary

Designed for grades 1-5, this guide outlines the essential steps and documents needed to successfully apply to our elementary program.

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Admissions Checklist for Middle School

A comprehensive checklist for middle school applicants (grades 6-8), including assessment requirements and application steps.

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Admissions Checklist for High School

For students entering grades 9-12, this guide covers everything from application submission to finalizing enrollment.

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Admissions Checklist for International 6th-12th

Tailored specifically for international students, this checklist includes necessary forms, assessments, and additional paperwork required for grades 6-12.

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BCS Health Form

A required health form that must be completed and submitted before the school year begins for all new and returning students.

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TAPPS Medical Form

Required for students participating in TAPPS athletics, this medical evaluation form must be completed to ensure fitness for sports.

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Academic Excellence

Our rigorous academic programs aim to challenge and inspire students, fostering their holistic development. We encourage exploration of new activities and talents while emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, preparing students for future success. Our kids thrive!

Vibrant Community

Being part of a diverse, like-minded community is invaluable for fostering bonds and purpose. We value parent involvement and support for one another in all community events and student activities. Our families show up!

Safe Environment

We believe safety is a priority, from our committed administration and dedicated faculty, to implementation of technology and infrastructure for safety measures. A safe environment allows kids to flourish!

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We know there are a lot of questions when it comes to your child’s education and we are here to help provide more information so you can choose the best academic environment for your child!

Applications will become available for the upcoming school year around the beginning of October, which will be the best time to apply for potential availability within a grade. There is no deadline to apply to Brentwood. Instead, we offer rolling admissions, which allows you to apply throughout the year. In the event there is not an immediate opening for the grade needed, the student will be placed into a waiting pool. In this case, any spots that become available will be offered to a student who has completed the application process and has been given an acceptance. If a spot does not become available, our admissions team will reach out to you regarding rolling your application forward for the following school year in hopes a spot will be available then.

Our admissions team will be here to walk you through the admissions process! The admissions process is where we gather information regarding the applicant to determine if the student would be a good fit for our school. This process includes an online application, which includes transcripts, recommendations, and other information, an admissions assessment, and a family interview with the principal where he/she will make his/her acceptance decision either at the end of the interview or within two business days of the interview. Upon acceptance, we will then gather a copy of the immunization records, a completed Health Examination Form, and TAPPS medical documents for students entering 5th grade and above.

Factors that are considered in determining the acceptance of a student include grades on report cards, behavior records from the previous school, recommendations from the referral sources provided, assessment scores from the admissions testing, and student interaction during the family interview.

Yes, we are happy to offer need-based financial aid to our current and existing families. The family must have submitted an admissions application prior to completing the financial aid application for a financial aid scholarship. We also offer an automatic sibling discount to our families with multiple students!

The earliest age classes we offer are our Early Learning Age 3 and 4 (EL3/4 ) classes. These classes are for students ages three and four. Students entering our EL3 class must be three by September 1st and students entering our EL4 class must be four by September 1st.

Students can begin to play school team sports starting in 5th grade.

The doors to the buildings unlock at 7:45 am so students can go to their classrooms to be ready for the 8:00 am bell. Lower Elementary School (Early Learning 3/4 through 2nd Grade): 8:00 am-2:30 pm Upper Elementary School (Grades 3-5): 8:00 am-3:30 pm Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12): 8:00 am-3:40 pm

Our Extended Day program is before and after school care for ages EL3/4 through 12th grade. The earliest drop-off time is 7:00 am and the latest pickup time is 6:00 pm. Depending on how often you would like to utilize the program, there is a daily drop-in rate and a monthly rate.

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See for yourself

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