Lower School Admissions

We are thrilled that you and your family are considering St. Mary's Academy. Below is the application process and timeline for Lower School admission.
To apply for Kindergarten, your child must be five years old by October 1 in the anticipated year of enrollment. SMA offers two Kindergarten classes with approximately 16 students in each class, one teacher per class, and a shared Kindergarten teaching assistant.
Space available in Grades 1-5 is typically based on attrition. Please get in touch with Lindsey Lopez at 303-762-8300, ext. 241 to learn more about possible openings.
Admissions Process



- Inquire Online & Create Admissions Portal
- Student Application, due Jan. 15, 2026
- Student Essay for Grades 2 - 5
- Parent Interview
- Student Visit
- Teacher Recommendation(s)
- Transcript from Current School
- Financial Aid Application, due Dec. 31, 2025
- Lower School Admissions Decisions
Inquire Online & Create Admissions Portal
Student Application, due Jan. 15, 2026
Student Essay for Grades 2 - 5
Parent Interview
Student Visit
Teacher Recommendation(s)
Transcript from Current School
Financial Aid Application, due Dec. 31, 2025
Lower School Admissions Decisions
Lower School Admissions Events
Lower School Preview: November 6; 9-11 a.m.
Grades 1-5 Student Visits: October 2025 - January 2026; 8:30 a.m -2:30 p.m.
Please register through the admissions portal
Kindergarten Group Visits: January 23, 27, & February 3; 8:30-10 a.m.
Please register through the admissions portal
Lower School tours are also available by appointment!
Please contact Lindsey Lopez at llopez@smanet.org
Questions?

Lindsey Lopez
Director of Lower and Middle School Admissions
llopez@smanet.org
303.762.8300 x 241
Idiomas: inglés y español

Anne Hinder
Director of Early Learning and Kindergarten Admissions
ahinder@smanet.org
303.762.8300 x 398
