Admission
Welcome
Welcome to the St. Margaret's Episcopal School admission page! As you consider the opportunity of St. Margaret’s for your child, we look forward to working with you and sharing all of the exciting offerings of SMES. Staying in close communication with us is the best way to become familiar with our dynamic Early Childhood - Grade 12 program.
Our mission, to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service, is rooted in our Episcopal identity. This mission, drives all of our programs and creates the strong, positive school environment that is St. Margaret's. From age three to Senior year, we emphasize maintaining a healthy school culture committed to balance, integrity and academic challenge. As you consider options for early childhood, elementary, middle and high school, we invite you to learn more about us by exploring our website, visiting campus and connecting with our Admission Office. We also encourage you to review the latest online news for additional information about our programs and the fun student life at St. Margaret's.
Our mission, to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service, is rooted in our Episcopal identity. This mission, drives all of our programs and creates the strong, positive school environment that is St. Margaret's. From age three to Senior year, we emphasize maintaining a healthy school culture committed to balance, integrity and academic challenge. As you consider options for early childhood, elementary, middle and high school, we invite you to learn more about us by exploring our website, visiting campus and connecting with our Admission Office. We also encourage you to review the latest online news for additional information about our programs and the fun student life at St. Margaret's.
Identifying the independent school that is best for your child, one that will provide intellectual, emotional, artistic, athletic and spiritual growth, can be a challenging task. We look forward to helping you navigate this process. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be helpful to you in any way.
Warm Wishes,
Phoebe F. Larson
Director of Enrollment Management
Phoebe F. Larson
Director of Enrollment Management
New Lower School Parent, Newport Beach
“Our family has been welcomed not only by the entire staff but also by the warm and inclusive St. Margaret's families.”
Admission Application Timeline
| Early Childhood and Lower School |
Middle School and Upper School |
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| September- November |
Inquire, Research Website, Attend Events!
Online Application available Oct. 1 Financial Aid Application (currently enrolled families) Nov. 15 |
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| February | Application Deadline: February 1 Financial Aid Application: February 15 |
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| March | Decisions released the first week of March | |
Admission Philosophy
St. Margaret's Episcopal School seeks students of exemplary character who demonstrate the ability to thrive in an academically challenging program, who show potential for engagement in leadership and service opportunities and whose parents' goals align with those of the school. The Admission Committee evaluates each applicant on a variety of factors, including academic records from current schools, student and parent questionnaires, recommendations from current teachers, interviews and performance on standardized assessments. Children applying to Early Childhood School, Kindergarten and Grade 1 participate in a developmental screening and playgroup. In all divisions, the admission process is rooted in finding the best match between prospective families and St. Margaret's Episcopal School.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Office of Admission
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
31641 La Novia Avenue
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2752
Telephone: (949) 661-0108 ext. 1248
admission@smes.org
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
31641 La Novia Avenue
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2752
Telephone: (949) 661-0108 ext. 1248
admission@smes.org
Meet the Admission Team
List of 4 members.
St. Margaret’s Episcopal School
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