Applying to Harding Academy

Thank you for applying to Harding Academy! 

Please follow the instructions below to submit your child's application!

Step 1: Create an account HERE. (If you already have an account and are having trouble accessing it, email us at admissions@hardingacademy.org.)

Step 2: Select “Begin Admissions Process.” Complete the initial application form and pay the $100 application fee.

Step 3: Once your application has been submitted, you will see your child’s personalized application checklist.

This checklist outlines all required documents and action items, such as:
  • Teacher recommendations
  • Transcripts
  • ISEE scores (if applicable)
  • Shadow Days
Please pay close attention to the due dates listed for each item.

Step 4: We require all prospective families to schedule a tour to experience Harding in action!

*The application fee is $100. Harding will waive the application fee for families who are applying for Financial Aid. Please email admissions@hardingacademy.org to request a fee waiver.

Please be sure to note each grade’s application deadline
PreK application deadline: November 1, 2025
Kindergarten - Eighth Grade: December 13, 2025
Current Families applying to Kindergarten or grade 6: December 1, 2025


Application Requirements by Grade Level

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

  • PreK

    • Teacher recommendation form (from current year teacher)
    • PreK readiness assessment (conducted at Harding Academy)
    • Parent interview
  • Kindergarten

    • Teacher recommendation form (from current year teacher)
    • Kindergarten readiness assessment (conducted at Harding)
  • Grade 1

    • Teacher recommendation form (from current year teacher)
    • Transcript 
    • One-on-one age appropriate admissions testing at Harding Academy
  • Grade 2-3

    • Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) 
      • School Code: 432525
    • Writing assessment at Harding
    • Teacher recommendation (from current year teacher)
    • Parent interview
    • Transcripts
  • Grade 4-8

    • Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) 
      • School Code: 432525
    • Shadow Day
    • Teacher recommendation (from current year teacher)
    • Parent interview
    • Transcripts
  • ISEE Information

    Harding Academy requires the ISEE for specific grades. Please visit the ISEE’s website to find a testing site near you. Be sure to designate Harding Academy as a score recipient; our ISEE Code is 432525.  
    • For Second Grade: Primary 2 ISEE
    • For Third Grade: Primary 3 ISEE
    • For Fourth Grade: Primary 4 ISEE
    • For Fifth and Sixth Grade: Lower Level Test
    • For Seventh and Eighth Grade: Middle Level Test
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