Admissions FAQs

  • Do applicants need to be tested?

    All applicants must be tested in order to be considered for placement. An evaluation will be set up at the time you return your completed application for ALL incoming students. This is a developmental assessment to determine the appropriate grade placement for students in our program. 


    Alternate assessments for our applicants to our Pre-K and TK programs may be arranged by “special” permission. 

  • When is the admissions period?

    Our admissions “season” runs from September through April, with priority given to applicants who apply by March 31st. Applications are obtained by making an appointment to visit the school for a tour, where you will be given a packet and instructions on the process.  Late applicants, those applying to Good Shepherd after April 30th, will be considered pending available spots.

  • When are applications available?

    Application packets are available in the Fall, one year in advance of the school year you are applying to.  Any forms filled out prior to that date will be considered an interest page only and used to reach out for the appropriate school year in which you intend to start. It is advised that you collect all items on the application checklist prior to submitting your completed packet, this will ensure that you will not experience any delays in processing.


    Applications may be returned during office hours only:

    • Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

    A non-refundable ($100) application fee must be submitted with you documents.


  • How old does my child need to be in order to apply for the PreK-3 class?

    Children must be 3 years of age by September 1st of the school year they are beginning. They must be potty trained. 

  • Is there an application fee?

    Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of $100.00 per child.  This fee is due when you return your completed application.  Fee includes evaluation and testing.  A completed application and paid fee does not guarantee acceptance into Good Catholic School.


  • Since Good Shepherd is a Catholic school, do you accept persons of other faiths?

    Yes, Good Shepherd admits students who qualify for admission without discrimination of gender, race, cultural or religious background.  However, as a Catholic school, it is a requirement that all students participate in the religion classes and activities, which are a part of the curriculum.

  • Do you accept students or transfer students after the school year begins?

    If a space is available and you have gone through the complete application process, consideration may be made for late enrollment or transfer students. 

  • How much is the tuition?

    Tuition for 2024-2025:

    • PreKindergarten (3 yr olds): $ 13,700  
    • Transitional Kindergarten  (4 yr olds): $ 13,700
    • Kindergarten to 8th Grade: $ 11,725

    The non-refundable $500 per student registration fee is subtracted from the above tuition.  Tuition is divided into 11 monthly payments payable from July through May.  You also have the option to pay in full. 


    For a current Financial Summary CLICK HERE.


  • What are the school hours?

    School hours for Pre-K3 – 8th are Monday through Thursday 7:50 a.m.-3:00 p.m.  On Fridays, school hours are 7:50 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

  • Is there a sports program at Good Shepherd?

    Yes, we offer flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country, golf, track and field.

    Visit our Athletics page for more.

  • Where do Good Shepherd graduates attend high school?

    The high schools our students attend include:

    • Campbell Hall
    • Crespi Carmelite
    • Crossroads School
    • Hamilton HS for Performing Arts
    • Harvard-Westlake
    • Immaculate Heart
    • Loyola
    • Marlborough
    • Marymount
    • Notre Dame
    • Notre Dame Academy
    • Pacific Christian
    • Phillips Exeter Academy, NH
    • Polytechnic 
    • Regis High School, NY
    • The Buckley School
    • Windward School
    • and more...

  • What is the average class size?

    Our Pre-K3 has 18 students, while Transitional Kindergarter, Kindergarten and Grades 1-8 will have an average of 16-20 students per class. Pre-K, TK and Kindergarten classrooms have 2 full-time teachers/aids.

  • Do you offer after school care?

    Our Afterschool Care Program provides after school care for our students in grades PreK-8th grade. Our staff provides a safe, nurturing, and interactive program designed to keep our students active, engaged, and well supervised.


    HOURS:

    • MONDAY-THURSDAY ~ 3:00PM – 5:30PM                 
    • FRIDAY ~ 12:30PM - 5:30PM 

  • How can I obtain more information about Good Shepherd Catholic School?

    To make an appointment to tour our school and receive an application packet, submit the following Admissions Inquiry FORM.  You may also leave a message on our admissions line (310) 275-8601 x1, with your name, contact number, and email address.

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