In-House Application Process

Thanks for considering Perkins! We look forward to getting to know your family. This year, we are pleased to offer a streamlined in-house application process. All required event sign-ups and application forms can be found below.

(Prefer to apply on Ravenna? Just click here!)

Campus Tour

Experience a typical school day by taking a guided walk through our campus to observe a variety of subjects and grade levels. See our teachers and students in action and discover what makes Perkins unique.

Campus Tours last 75 minutes. Our tours are not appropriate for younger children, but students applying for grades 2 through 5 are welcome to attend!  

Our Campus Tours and Open Houses are designed to compliment each other. Although most parents attend both, attending at least one of these events is required in order to apply.

Open House

Participate in an Open House to gain a deeper understanding of our philosophy and approach to education. Hear from our teachers on how they differentiate instruction to ensure that each student is stretched and motivated - and chat 1:1 with teachers, current parents, and school leadership.

Open Houses are on Saturday mornings (December 12, 2026 and January 23, 2027). This event is appropriate for adults and students applying for grades 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Though most parents attend both, attending at least one event - a Campus Tour or an Open House - is required in order to apply.

Teacher Evaluation

If you are applying using our in-house process, please send the Teacher Evaluation form to your child’s current classroom teacher (using the links below) and ask that they return their form directly to Perkins. Completed forms can be emailed to admissions@theperkinsschool.org or mailed to the school.

Financial Assistance

We believe that an independent school education should be accessible to all families, regardless of their ability to pay. By allocating 15% of our annual budget to a variety of financial assistance programs, we nurture a diverse student body and ensure that every child who is a good fit for our program has a chance to learn and grow at Perkins.

If you have questions about your family’s ability to afford independent school, we hope you will consider applying for assistance. Applications are due February 5, 2027.

Have questions about our financial aid program? Just give us a call at 206-526-8217 or email angie@theperkinsschool.org. We’re happy to chat with you.

Parent Meeting

After submitting your application, you’ll meet with a member of our admissions team. This informal conversation is an opportunity for you to ask general questions and ones more specific to your child - and to share your goals for your child’s education. Meetings last approximately 45 minutes.

Parent Meeting sign-ups will open in November.

Student Visit

Kindergarten - Kindergarten applicants will be invited to join us on March 6, 2027 to participate in a variety of engaging activities led by our Kindergarten and 1st Grade teachers.

1st - 5th Grades - Older students typically visit us in February during school hours. These visits are an opportunity for applicants to experience a day in the life of a Perkins student.

Questions? Please reach out! We are here to help.