Ready to start the admissions process? Apply online!

You can start the application process by completing our online application.

Complete the application and pay the $70 application fee electronically. The admissions office will guide you through the rest of the process.

We are accepting applications for next school year, 2026-27! As of April 2026, we have space available in all grades. As grades fill, applicants will be added to a waiting list.


Apply to Early Childhood (Threes, Fours, Kindergarten)

After we receive your application, the CIS Admissions Office will contact you regarding the next steps in the process, which includes an evaluation from your child’s preschool teacher or daycare provider and scheduling an assessment visit.

We will continue to accept applications until classes are full. Contact the Admissions Office to inquire about space.

Apply to Lower School (Grades 1 – 5)

After we receive your application, the CIS Admissions Office will contact you regarding the next steps in the process, which includes collecting a teacher evaluation, school records and scheduling an assessment visit.

We will continue to accept applications until classes are full. Contact the Admissions Office to inquire about space.

Apply to Middle/Upper School (Grades 6-12)

After we receive your application, the CIS Admissions Office will contact you regarding the next steps in the process, which includes collecting math and English teacher evaluations, school records, and scheduling the ISEE entrance exam (fees apply) and a shadow visit.

ISEE exams – At CIS on Tuesday, June 9, or students may take the ISEE at Home on any date it is offered.

If you have questions, please contact the CIS Admissions Office.

Kari Stockwell

Kari Stockwell

Director of Admissions & Marketing

(573) 777-9257

stockwellk@cislions.org

Ariana Díaz Turner

Ariana Díaz Turner

Admissions Associate

(573) 777-9250

turnera@cislions.org

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Important Dates for 2026-27 Admissions

Friday, April 24, 2026Kindergarten Adventure Day

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 – ISEE entrance exam at CIS

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