Admission Policy

Admissions Philosophy

Our admissions process is guided by the belief that each child deserves an educational environment where they can thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Admissions decisions are made thoughtfully, with consideration for both the needs of the student and the school’s ability to provide appropriate support.

Eligibility for Admission

IASJ considers applicants based on a variety of factors to ensure a positive learning environment for all students. These may include:

• Grade-level availability
• Academic readiness and prior school records
• Student learning needs and behavior
• Alignment between family expectations and IASJ’s mission and values

The school strives to maintain small class sizes to support individualized instruction and student success.

Documentation and Records

To support appropriate placement and student success, IASJ requires submission of academic records from previous schools.

• Transcripts, report cards, and relevant student records from all previously attended schools should be submitted with their application.
• Based on the student interview or application review, additional records or evaluations may be requested.
• All required documentation must be received before a student is considered officially enrolled.

Students without complete transcripts, records, or recent report cards may be placed under provisional placement status. Families will be notified of this status in writing.

Immunization Records

Immunization records or approved waivers must be up to date and submitted prior to a student attending class.

Academic Acceptance

Admissions decisions consider academic readiness and prior performance.

• Students are generally expected to have been promoted to the next grade level at their previous school.
• Transferring elementary students should demonstrate satisfactory performance in core subjects, including reading, mathematics, and language arts.

Students who do not meet these criteria may be considered for provisional placement, with additional academic support or evaluation.

Students who have exhibited behavioral challenges may be required to provide additional documentation or assessment prior to admission.

Students who have been suspended or expelled from another educational institution may be subject to further review before an admissions decision is made.

Home School Applicants

Families applying from a home school setting are required to submit appropriate documentation.

• Transcripts, evaluations, and standardized test results maintained by an accredited homeschool provider should be submitted with their application.
• Parents must provide a written outline of the curriculum used, assessment results, and an evaluation of the student’s performance from the home school instructor.

Students are generally placed in the grade level indicated by official transcripts or records. Home-schooled students may also complete assessments to support appropriate placement.

Age and Promotion Requirements

IASJ follows age and promotion guidelines to support developmental readiness and academic success. Age is used as a general guide for placement; however, it is not the sole criterion in determining a student’s grade level.

Age Guidelines by Grade

Grade Level	Typical Age
Pre-K Year 1	3 years old
Pre-K Year 2	4 years old
Kindergarten	5 years old
First Grade	6 years old
Second Grade	7 years old
Third Grade	8 years old
Fourth Grade	9 years old
Fifth Grade	10 years old

Age will not be the only factor considered when determining appropriate grade placement.