Western Christian Schools | Private Schools in Claremont & Upland, CA Middle School Admissions

How to Apply

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Application for Admission
Western Christian School’s Application for Admission is available online by applying here In order to complete the online application you will be asked to create a user account on myWCS.com, which is Western Christian’s student information software. There is a $75 non-refundable application fee required when submitting an application. Students may be admitted during the school year if openings are available.

In addition to the Application for Admission, the following documents are required to complete your student’s admission file:
- Copy of most recent report card (or high school transcript)
- School Principal/Vice Principal Reference Form
- Teacher Reference Form
- Copy of latest standardized testing results (e.g. Stanford, Star, Terra Nova, etc.)
- Copy of current Immunization records
- Copy of Birth Certificate (K-8)
All of these items can be uploaded directly to your student’s “Admissions Progress” page. These may also be mailed, emailed, faxed, or dropped off to the Admissions Office.

The reference forms are located in your student’s “Admissions Progress” page in your account in myWCS.com. You will need to add the name and email address of the person you are requesting complete the reference forms and click submit for each reference form requested. The reference form will be emailed as an attachment to the individual and will be returned directly to our Admissions Office.

Please note: Reference forms are confidential and by submitting the application for admission you acknowledge your understanding that the information obtained in all reference forms will be held in strict confidence and you waive your right to access information provided on the reference forms. All information provided on reference forms is confidential and will be seen only by Western Christian School personnel for admissions purposes.
Finalizing Enrollment

Once you have completed the admissions process a tuition contract will be sent to your MyWCS.com account. Completion of the tuition contract and a non-refundable $50 tuition deposit will secure your child's enrollment at Western Christian Schools.
Personal Interview (required for 6th - 12th grade students only)

A personal interview will be requested with the applicant and at least one parent with a Western Christian School Administrator. Appointments will be scheduled after the application and other required documents have been reviewed and testing has been completed.
Testing

Once the Application for Admission and the above documents have been submitted, we will contact you to schedule an appointment for your student to take an assessment test. Testing for Kindergarten and 1st grade is a readiness assessment which will focus on motor skills, language skills, basic math concepts, and social skills. The testing for 2nd-8th will focus on mathematics, reading comprehension, grammar, and will include a writing sample.

Affording Western Christian School

Over 28% of WCS’ families receive tuition assistance each year. At Western Christian Schools, we strongly believe that Christian education is not a commodity. It’s a ministry. It’s a commitment. It’s a connection – a connection between your child’s needs and your family philosophy and our philosophy.

That’s why at Western Christian Schools, the first and most important consideration is what is best educationally for your child. All other considerations are secondary. But money IS important, and tuition is an investment into the life of your child. That’s why Western Christian Schools has one of the most robust needs-based tuition assistance program to assist families who demonstrate a financial need through our FACTS process. FACTS is an online, third party vendor that is highly confidential. Their goal is to assist in determining a financial need for our families. Our goal is that money will not stand in the way for qualified families.

Ways to Afford Western Christian

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Financing Program

SMART Tuition Management is the financial payment program for the
2019-20 school year.

SMART FAQ's
Tuition Assistance Program
The cost of education can be a hardship for some so Western Christian Schools offers a tuition assistance program to assist families with the cost of tuition. Tuition assistance applications are available online by clicking: here and must be submitted by April 15th (current families), or within twenty (20) days from submittal of application form (new families). FACTS provides Western with financial recommendations. However, Western’s Financial Aid Committee reviews the entire family situation, in addition to the financial recommendation, before awarding tuition assistance.
- Financial Aid Process 2020-21
- FACTS GRANT & AID ASSESSMENT – Frequently Asked Questions
Jacqui Doolittle
Student Accounts Coorinator
Claremont Campus, TK-8th
jdoolittle@westernchristian.org
909-291-4700 ext. 3007

*Tuition Assistance is available for TK (Claremont campus) through 12th grade only.
Pastor Discount

Western Christian Schools is proud to offer a 50% tuition discount to the children of full time pastors.
Tuition Schedule

Please fill out the form here or contact our offices and we will provide you with the current information.

High School • (909) 920-5858
100 W 9th St. Upland, CA 91786

Kindergarten through 8th Grade • (909) 624-8291
3105 Padua Avenue Claremont, CA 91711

Claremont Campus Preschool • (909) 626-1377
3105 Padua Avenue Claremont, CA 91711

Upland Campus Preschool • (909) 920-5350
242 West 9th Street Upland, CA 91786

Contact Us Today

admissionsTK8@westernchristian.org
(909)-624-8291
Visit www.westernchristian.org/apply to apply for admission

Admissions Coordinator

Melissa Hoefferle, TK-8th Admissions Coordinator
3011 Padua Ave. Claremont, CA 91711
Office (909) 291-4702
Fax (909) 624-0651
mhoefferle@westernchristian.org

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Schedule a Shadow Day

Prospective students, grades 3-5, can visit us on campus for a “Shadow Day” – it’s more than a campus tour. You can talk with students, sit in on classes, meet the teachers, and eat lunch with the student body. Lancers are incredible student guides, eager to show you why WCS is the right fit for you.
Take a Family Tour

Parents/students should definitely schedule a tour of the campus. Led by the Admissions Coordinator, tour the school and get specific information about Western and the opportunities that await the student.
Attend an Open House

There’s no better way to become acquainted with Western, its students and faculty. Visit us at our special Open House event in the winter. Tour, gather information, and ask questions of our faculty and student body.
High School Experience Day

Once a year in the fall or winter, 7th and 8th grade students are invited to High School Experience Day with activities, games, lunch, prizes, and lots of fun!

From 9:30 to 1:00 students can explore and tour the high school campus, led by ASB. They will experience interactive presentations from students and faculty about college preparation, athletics, elective opportunities, and the value of friendship and spiritual growth.
Discover the exciting opportunities!