"Without a doubt, the most powerful influences on me at Western have been my teachers. Even more than WHAT I learned; I cherish HOW I learned and WHO taught me. They have unselfishly and passionately poured into me and I am eternally grateful! The faces and memories are too numerous-to pick a favorite leaves out so many... I love them all!"
Carly McNeill,
Senior, has attended Western since Kindergarten
Thank you for your interest in Western Christian School. The links above provide all the forms you will need to complete an application for admission. Specific instructions for these forms and for other aspects of the admission process are outlined below.
APPLICATION: Application and the $60 application fee are accepted beginning December 1, prior to the year of desired entrance. Openings may be limited and applicants are encouraged to apply by May 1. Students may be admitted during the school year if openings are available.
GRADES/TRANSCRIPT Parents and/or guardians must provide applicant’s:
High school transcript (for 10th-12th grade applicant)
IMPORTANT: Final report cards and transcripts must be submitted to Western prior to the first day of school.
SCHOOL REFERENCE: To be completed by a current principal or vice principal.
TEACHER REFERENCE: To be completed by a teacher.
PERSONAL REFERENCE: To be completed by a family friend, pastor, coach or other (non-related) individual who knows the student well.
STANDARDIZED TEST: Copy of latest Standardized Test (i.e. Stanford, Star).
IMMUNIZATION: A copy of your student’s immunization must be on file. Out of state and international applicants must show proof of TB testing (Mantoux).
TESTING: Applicants for admission for K-12 grades are required to take an assessment exam. All assessment exams will be given at Western Christian School by scheduled appointment.
PERSONAL INTERVIEW: A personal interview will be requested with the applicant and applicant’s parent or guardian. Appointments will be arranged by the school office after the application and other required forms have been reviewed and testing has been completed.
ADMISSION & ENROLLMENT: Applicants will be notified as soon as possible after completion of the foregoing steps regarding their acceptance and admission to Western. Class placement is pending upon available space and is not confirmed until an applicant completes the admission process and the school receives the registration form and $250 non-refundable registration fee.
TUITION & FEES Upon receipt of the registration form and $250 registration fee, class placement will be confirmed. Tuition is due beginning July 1st. A payment plan is available and must be completed by June 1st. Please refer to the tuition schedule for a list of current costs.
According to the registration form, all fees are non-refundable and parents are obligated for payment of the annual tuition. Refund of tuition only will be made on a semester basis and proper forms must be completed prior to the start of the semester. A withdrawal fee of $500 will be assessed anytime during the year. Therefore, any semester a student begins is non-refundable and will be considered liquidated damages. Note: All International tuition is non-refundable.
Western Christian Schools does not discriminate and is open to all families without regard to gender, race, color, and ethnicity.
It should be understood that enrollment is contingent upon maintenance of a satisfactory academic and behavior record.
Revised 1/24/08
For more information concerning the varied programs we offer and how they may benefit your child, please contact Western’s administrators
Western Christian Schools (Preschool – Eighth Grade)
3105 Padua Ave.
Claremont , CA 91711
(909) 624-8291
(909) 624-0651 fax
Western Christian International Program
1115 E. Puente St .
Covina , CA 91724
Contact: Laura Nelson, Director, Ext. 114
(626) 967-0733 x114
(626) 915-8824 fax lnelson@westernchristian.org
Western Christian Independent Study Program
Contact: Marilyn Stephens, Director
(626) 332-9981 marilyna5@aol.com