In-person visits and interviews are important and help to complete the applicant's file. Financial aid is based on need and funds available. Due to limited funding, financial aid is generally reserved for currently enrolled students. Enrollment is open to all children without regard to race, color, religion or ethnic background. Because Barnhart is dedicated to maintaining a low ratio of students to teachers, enrollment is limited to a maximum of twenty students per class.
Enrollment depends on the number of existing openings at the time of re-enrollment.
Considered, too, is the willingness of both the child and the parents to work within Barnhart's goals and philosophy. Orientations and tours are conducted on Wednesday mornings beginning in November. An appointment may be made for a tour by calling the school office in October. Pre-admission testing and meeting with applicants is required as part of the admission procedure. Barnhart School is part of a five-acre campus shared with the Santa Anita Church.