Admission Process

Steps to Apply to Windward

Complete your Application

Complete the online application for admission and submit it with the student autobiography and $150 application fee. The purpose of the autobiography is to acquaint the admissions committee with the applicant and might be based on a student’s favorite subjects, extracurricular activities, hobbies, special talents, and/or unique experiences (e.g. trips, summer camps, etc.). An application is considered active once the application, student autobiography, and fee are submitted to the Admissions Office. The application system will open on July 15, 2022.

Sign Up and Attend an Open House

If space permits, please register for an Open House event online. Parents can register for one of our Prospective Parent Open House events (October 6, November 1, or November 30), and students can register for one of our Prospective Student Open House/Shadow Days (October 19 for grades 7/8, November 12 for Grades 7-11). Please note, November 12 is the only option for students entering Grades 9-11. Due to space being limited, if your family is not applying for the 2023-2024 school year, we ask that you continue to view our website for information and register for an Open House the year that you are applying.

Complete the Additional Application Forms

These forms are due after November 1, 2022, but no later than January 13, 2023. Forms may be submitted via the applicant checklist, or via email at admissions@windwardschool.org.

Transcript Request Form
Math Teacher Recommendation Form
English Teacher Recommendation Form
Administrative Recommendation Form
Athletics Recommendation Form (Optional)
Arts Recommendation Form (Optional)

ISEE Information/In-House Exam Testing Information

Students who are applying for the 2023-2024 school year will be required to take either the ISEE or our in-house exam. Our in-house exam will cover reading comprehension and writing skills and will be approximately an hour long (or more if accommodation is needed). An applicant can sign up for the Windward exam on their application checklist, once an application has been submitted. Students have the option of taking either exam.

Interview Information

For 7th Grade applicants: Because applications have increased dramatically, we will not be able to interview everyone. To enhance your opportunity to receive a one-on-one interview, please file your application, along with the autobiography, by November 14, 2022. Once we have received your application and student autobiography, the Admissions Committee will screen applicants and determine if an interview will be granted. Interviews require both the student and a parent/guardian.

The final application deadline is December 15, 2022, at midnight.

For 8th through 11th Grade applicants: As space is very limited in upper grades, the Admissions Committee will conduct an initial screening of all applicants for each grade and then select candidates for a personal interview. Selected candidates will be notified by phone with an interview date. Interviews require both the student and a parent/guardian. If an interview is not granted, you will be notified by mail in January.