Co-Ed Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten

We are thrilled that you and your family are considering St. Mary's Academy. Below is the application process and timeline for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten admission.

Pre-Kindergarten: Your child must be four years old by October 1 to enroll. There are approximately 30 spaces available.

Kindergarten: Your child must be five years old by October 1 to enroll. There are currently two classes with no more than 16 students in each class.

Admissions Process

Inquire Online & Create Admissions Portal

Student Application

Parent Interview and Tour

Student Visit

Applicants for the 2020-2021 academic year, please save the date for the following Group Visits. You may register for any date through your admissions portal.
- Pre-K: January 16 or January 29, 2020
- K: January 23, 2020
SMA does not require entrance exams or formal testing for Lower School admission. Students receive reading and math assessments on the day of their student visit.
You may also contact Lindsey Lopez to schedule a student visit.

Teacher Recommendations

Financial Aid Application

Lower School Admissions Decisions

The Admission Committee reviews all applications completed by the standard January 31st deadline. In conjunction with other Denver area ACIS (Association of Colorado Independent Schools), SMA informs families of Lower School admission decisions via e-mail at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.
Any applications received after this date are reviewed on a rolling admissions basis.