Thank you for your interest in Harding Academy. An online inquiry is the best way to begin the Admissions process here at Harding Academy. The form should take you less than 5 minutes to complete and will provide the Admissions team with all the necessary information to partner with you along this journey.
Your online inquiry will provide the Admissions team with essential information to help you begin your admissions journey at Harding Academy. The inquiry will ask for key information such as your household(s) information, grade you are applying to, and your child’s interest. Once you have submitted your inquiry, you will be automatically added to our mailing list which enables you to receive pertinent information about upcoming admission events, deadlines, as well as all things Harding.
Our system will send you an email with your login and link to create a password. This login information allows you to access the admission portal where you will be able to register for tours, student Shadow Days, admission events, assessments, and of course, your application.
For your PreK and K assessment, you will register in your Parent Portal.
Lower School (1 - 5 Grade)
Grade 1: You will register for your child’s one on one assessment in your Parent Portal.
Grade 2 - 3: You will register for your child’s writing assessment in your Parent Portal.
Grade 2 - 5: You will register for your child’s ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) HERE. Please be sure to share your chid’s ISEE scores with Harding Academy. Our code is 432525
Middle School (6 - 8 Grade)
You will register for your child’s ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) HERE. Please be sure to share your chid’s ISEE scores with Harding Academy. Our code is 432525
Shadow Days are days in which your child will visit Harding Academy for an extended period of time. Shadow Days are a great opportunity for your child to participate in classroom learning, build relationships with their potential teachers, and experience our school culture. When applicants shadow at Harding Academy, they will be paired with a “Shadow Day host;” they will attend all classes (including specials) with their host. During Shadow Days, the Admissions team also takes time to interview the student and allow them to ask questions about the school. We will also provide them with a tour of the school. Applicants will shadow a student that is in the grade they are applying to, not the grade they are currently in. (For instance, if your child is applying to grade 5, your child will shadow a student in grade 5.)
The Shadow Day schedule can be found in your Parent Portal. Please select a day that works best for your family. Shadow Days are about half of a school day (dismissing immediately after lunch), however the exact time of dismissal is dependent on what grade you are applying to. Your child should dress in an outfit that they feel comfortable wearing.
Financial Aid is available for both new and returning families. The Financial Aid application and review is a completely separate process from the Admissions Committee review. Harding Academy allocates Financial Aid based on demonstrated need. To learn more about our Financial Aid application process, please visit our Tuition and Financial Aid webpage.
Yes, we do require students to wear uniforms at our school. We believe that uniforms help promote a sense of community, reduce distractions, and create a focused learning environment. Uniforms also encourage school spirit and help students feel a sense of belonging. We're happy to provide more details about our uniform policy if you have any questions
