Admissions Information
We are now accepting applications for the 2022 - 2023 school year. Please call (510) 357-8772 to request a tour. Applications open for the 2023-2024 school year on December 16, 2022.
Dear Parents,
We welcome you and your student to Assumption Catholic School. We have a 70-year track record of academic excellence, yet we constantly find new ways to deliver greater value for our children and families while embracing the opportunity to work together as a community. We support our Assumption families in their desire for a quality, caring Catholic education. We are very proud of our school, its students, and graduates. We look forward to meeting with you and your child. We welcome all committed parents to be a part of the dynamic Assumption Community.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL
We believe strong academics evolve out of strong core values, which are exhibited by community and parent involvement. We encourage curiosity and willingness to tackle complex challenges. We provide a comprehensive program accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and co-accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). We have dedicated teachers, state-of-the-art fiberoptic internet connections in all classrooms, and extra-curricular activities, including baking, chess club, choir, drama, MUSE Band, yearbook, and even on-site tutoring and Extended Care. Students are also welcomed to supplement their learning with participation in the Catholic Youth Organization’s (CYO) teams like track, basketball, volleyball, and sand volleyball. Our graduates are well-prepared for high school, and have exceedingly high acceptance rates for admission into top Catholic high schools in the area.
If you are interested in your child attending Assumption Catholic School, please read the following information carefully, fill out the application form, and return it to the school office as soon as possible.
HOW TO APPLY
Admissions applications for the 2022 - 2023 academic year:
Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten applications are due February 4, 2022.
- The testing fee is $60 (Early Bird Discount) (non-refundable) and $75 after February 4, 2022.
- Please be sure to include a copy of your child’s birth certificate and baptismal certificate (if you have one) with your completed application. Interviews will be set up as applications are received.
- After acceptance, additional health records will be due (See Health Requirements Sheet).
Applications for grades 1-8 are due to the school March 4, 2022.
- We are currently accepting applications for our Primary, Elementary, and Middle School (grades 1 – 6)
- Incoming 7th and 8th grades currently are full. We are only accepting applications for 7th and 8th grade for our waiting list.
- The interview and testing for grades 1 – 8 will begin March 9.
- The testing fee is $60 (Early Bird Discount) (non-refundable) and $75 after February 4, 2022.
- Please be sure to include a copy of your child's birth and baptismal certificates and a copy of your child’s latest report card or progress report with your completed application
- After acceptance, additional health records will be due (See Health Requirements Sheet)
MISSION STATEMENT OF ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Assumption Catholic School, a ministry of the Church of the Assumption, as a diverse community we excel in academics and model Christ where each individual is safe, nurtured, respected, and treasured.