The Head-Royce application process begins each fall for the next school year for all grade levels. Candidates are urged to apply early. Decisions are mailed in March, with acceptances occasionally offered after that time on a space available basis.

Head-Royce uses a web-based application called Ravenna to manage submission of applications. Through Ravenna applicants are able to fill out required forms, submit supplemental application materials, and track application progress. New users will need to create an account with Ravenna. Returning users can log in using their username and password.

Schedule a Visit (optional) Fall 2022-23 applicants are not required to take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) or the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). Complete the Application Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Kindergarten and Grade 6 Applicants Only*

Families who currently have a child enrolled at Head-Royce (sibling families) and children of Head-Royce faculty/staff (employee families) who wish to apply for kindergarten or Grade 6, are given early decision consideration and notification in the Head-Royce admission process. Sibling/employee family applicants must meet the following deadlines for this special consideration. We do not offer early consideration and notification for any other grades.*

Important Dates and Deadlines:

November 11, 2021: Kindergarten Sibling/employee preliminary application form and application fee must be submitted in Ravenna.

December 3, 2021: Kindergarten applicant preschool recommendation and parent statement due.

December 4, 2021: Kindergarten screening for sibling and employee applicants.

December 15, 2021: Grade 6 Sibling/employee preliminary application form and application fee must be submitted in Ravenna.

January 6, 2022: Grade 6 sibling/employee family completed applications due.

January 7, 2022: Kindergarten sibling/employee family decisions available.

January 8, 2022: Middle School Activity Day (Grade 6 applicants only)

January 31, 2022: Grade 6 sibling/employee family decisions available.

* Please Note: we are not able to offer early consideration and notification for other grades due to limited space availability in those grades. If you are a sibling or employee applying for a grade other than kindergarten or Grade 6, please follow the regular application process and deadlines.