» Admissions Policy

Children must be at least 2 years 9 months and not older than 5 years as of September 1^st of the school year for which they are applying. Children may attend 3, 4, or 5 days per week (including either a Monday or Friday). The School is open September - June and follows the Boston Public Scool calendar. There is also an optional 6 week summer program.

Ashmont Nursery School strives to create a school community that reflects the rich diversity of Dorchester and the surrounding neighborhoods. We actively seek applications from all families, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, cultural heritage, political belief, marital status, or disability.

There is a maximum of 20 children in school each day for the regular program, and a maximum of 6 for the Early Morning and Extended Day options.

Tuition 2009-2010

Tuition is paid in 9 monthly installments. The tuition deposit serves as the 10th and final payment. Tuition is due on the first of the month. Financial Aid in the form of partial scholarships is available to families who submit applications before the first cycle deadline.

Vouchers are accepted.

Tuition: Regular Day (8:30 am - 2:45 pm)

3 days per week: $4,975
4 days per week: $6,632
5 days per week: $8,290

Other Fees

Early Morning (start time 7:00 am): $7 per day
Extended Day (3:00 pm - 5:15 pm): $22 per day
Regular Day Drop-In: $50 per day

Application Procedure

Contact the Admissions Committtee to arrange for a school visit and tour. Space is limited and will be granted on a first come, first served basis. Once the maximum enrollment limit is reached, applicants will be placed on a waiting list in the order the applications were recieved. Your check for the application fee will not be deposited while you remain on the waiting list.

To enroll for SEPTEMBER 2010:

Our Fall Open House is on November 7th. Application deadline is Feb. 1st. New applicant info sessions will be held on Feb 6th @ 10am OR Feb. 9th @ 7pm.

Notifications will be sent first week of April

Scholarships are available. Vouchers are accepted

Acceptance

Upon acceptance, a non-refundable deposit equal to one month’s tuition will be required to secure your child’s place in the school. The deposit is applied to the last term tuition payment.