Admission Fact Sheet

Application Deadline: February 1

Requirements
Application Form and Fee
Academic Recommendations
Admission Testing
Current School Transcripts 
Class Visits/Interviews

Divisions
Lower School: 195 Students
Preschool (3 years old by 8/1) through Grade 4
Middle School: 281 Students
Grade 5 through Grade 8
Upper School: 299 Students
Grade 9 through Grade 12

Multiculturalism
Students of color and international students comprise 23% of the student body. There are a number of groups throughout the school that focus on the multi-cultural aspects of the community.  The Network School Exchange program provides both national and international opportunities.

Community Life
There is a very active Parents Association comprised of numerous committees. An activity-based after-school program has opportunities for grades K-8. The Middle and Upper school offer student-run clubs, student government, visual and performing arts programs, intramural and interscholastic varsity and junior varsity sports programs. All students participate in community service.

Financial Aid
Sizeable need-based program. Application deadline is January 1. About 18% of enrolled families receive financial aid. Additional assistance is available for uniforms, books, transportation etc. All families, whether they receive financial aid or not, are offered a 10-month payment plan. Contact: Katie Cullinane, Director of Admission and Financial Aid, 203.532.3535 or cullinanek@cshct.org.  

College Placement
At CSH, looking for the appropriate college is treated as a continuation of the student’s education; each student is encouraged to be self-reliant and thoughtful, making choices that are individually suitable and challenging.