Age Requirements
Harding Academy educates students ages 4 - 14.
Students in our PreK classroom must be four years old prior to the first day of school.
Students in our Kindergarten classroom must be five years old prior to the first day of school.
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Questions About Applying
For questions about the application process contact admissions@hardingacademy.org.
Applying to Harding Academy
Thank you for applying to Harding Academy! We are excited to get to know your family. The admissions process is designed to help us learn more about your child, their interests, and how Harding Academy might support their growth and development.
Please follow the instructions below to submit your child's application.
Step 1: Create a FinalSite account HERE. (If you already have an account and are having trouble accessing it, email us at admissions@hardingacademy.us.)
Step 2: Select “Begin Admissions Process.” Complete the initial application form and pay the $100 application fee. If your family is applying for Financial Aid, please contact our office - admissions@hardingacademy.us - for an application fee waiver.
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
- Tour
- ISEE scores (if applicable)
- Shadow Days options (if applicable)
Please pay close attention to the due dates listed for each item.
Please be sure to note each grade’s application deadline.
- PreK application deadline: November 1, 2026
- Kindergarten - Eighth Grade: January 3, 2027
- Current Families applying to Kindergarten or grade 6: November 1, 2026
Application Requirements by Grade Level
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