It is understood that Laguna's program is not appropriate for every child and that the Admissions Committee is not only deciding what is best for the school, but more important, what is best for the child. Children applying to Laguna's Kindergarten must be five years old by September 1 of their entering year. There are no exceptions. In grades 7 through 12 all candidates must successfully complete the entrance examinations which are administered by the school. The examinations cover math, reading, problem solving and writing skills, and measure academic aptitude and achievement.
Testing takes approximately three hours.
In the total admissions process, however, the applicant's previous record as a student and citizen, along with potential for growth and development, weigh more heavily than a test or a series of tests taken on any one day. We believe that certain students with potential will blossom at our school. As we try to determine which students will take best advantage of the School's resources, we look for a variety of personal qualities. Among them are motivation, initiative, intelligence, creativity, perseverance, and the ability to work with and relate well to others. Other important considerations are the student's willingness to meet the behavioral expectations of the School as well as contribute to and gain from a close knit community.