The admissions process at Groves Academy is designed to enable families and the school to learn as much as possible about one another. Parents typically initiate the process by calling the school to request a packet of information about Groves and to share information about their child at that time.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to observe a typical day at Groves. Beginning October 8 and continuing through the school year tours are conducted on most Wednesday mornings starting at 9:00 AM (no tours Dec. 24 & 31, Mar. 25 and Apr. 1). No appointments are necessary, but it is a good idea to call 952-920-6377 to confirm days and times. Individual admissions appointments may also be scheduled as necessary.
As part of the application process, families are required to send school records including report cards and IEP (if applicable), recent individual psychological/ educational testing, and teacher recommendation forms. An application fee of $55 is also due at this time.
After records are reviewed and the student is found to meet initial criteria, he/she is invited for a full-day visit to Groves. Additional visiting days will be scheduled if needed. The visiting day is a required part of the admissions process.
Applications are accepted year-round and new students are admitted as space allows. For admission to the upcoming school year, the ideal time to apply is between December and April. Applications received before mid-February receive priority consideration; families who apply by that time are notified of admissions decisions by mid-April. Families who apply between mid-February and the end of April are notified of admissions decisions by mid-May. Applications received after the end of April are considered on a rolling basis; acceptance and scholarship aid will be granted as space and resources allow.
Acceptance is based on Groves Academy’s ability to meet each child’s needs. Most students at Groves have a learning disability or an attention disorder, and demonstrate average or above average intelligence with a discrepancy between aptitude and achievement in the classroom. Based on available space, students are selected for admission on the basis of their learning disability, academic potential, past school academic and behavioral performance, and the willingness to work within our school program. While any student may occasionally become frustrated by challenging assignments, students with primary behavioral or emotional issues will be better served in another environment.
For more information, call Teresa Smith, Director of Admissions, at 952-915-4296, or click here and an information packet will be sent to you.
