For families seeking a better fit for their child’s education, Laurel Springs School provides an ideal solution with rolling enrollment opportunities for students in grades Kindergarten through 12th. Our Partnerships Specialist Jack Dempsey, who has personally enrolled over 2,500 students and families during his seven years at Laurel Springs, shares insights from his time in admissions, where he guided countless families through the mid-year transfer process.

“Many parents initially approached mid-year transfers with hesitation,” Jack recalls. “They were worried about academic disruptions or how their child would adjust. But time and time again, they discovered how seamless the process truly is. Most families found that starting with a semester gave their child(ren) the chance to experience our unique approach before committing to a full year. It also offered a much-needed solution for challenges like bullying, incompatibility with a traditional school environment, or relocation.”

Vanessa Bailey, mother of Colton Bailey, a 7th grader at Laurel Springs School, shares her experience: “We transferred our 6th grade son to Laurel Springs February 2024 mid-semester. Naturally, we had concerns of how this sudden, drastic change would impact our child, not only in academics, but also the impact it would have on our child’s socialization, interaction with peers and even our family dynamic. In reality, any type of change is scary, albeit small or life altering. Laurel Springs not only helped us transfer mid-semester seamlessly, they continue to support our family in ways we never imagined!”

Jack emphasizes that the support provided by the Laurel Springs team is key to the school’s success in welcoming mid-year transfers. From personalized onboarding to flexible, self-paced curriculum options, Laurel Springs is designed to meet families right where they need to be met. 

For families who have recently moved, Laurel Springs offers the flexibility to ease into a new social environment while maintaining academic stability. By completing the school year online, students can adjust to their new surroundings at their own pace without the added stress of starting fresh in a new local school. This thoughtful approach empowers families to make changes that best suit their child’s well-being while ensuring continuity in their education.

Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia, the school offers academic excellence alongside unparalleled adaptability. “Families always tell us they wish they had made the switch sooner,” Jack adds. “It’s incredibly rewarding to help them find a solution that truly works for their child in the moment it’s needed.”

Laurel Springs School makes mid-year transitions seamless and stress-free, whether addressing a challenging school environment, accommodating a new lifestyle change, supporting a passion-related opportunity, or providing a soft landing for students acclimating to a new community. With Wednesday cohort start dates available throughout the winter and spring, now is the perfect time to explore how Laurel Springs can transform your child’s educational experience. Join us for a Virtual Open House to learn more! You’ll meet our Head of School, hear directly from students and parents, and have the opportunity to ask questions. Register here for an upcoming session!

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