st. martin’s episcopal preschool
Admissions FAQ
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The Application Process
What do I need to do to apply?
Our applications are online only. Please register for an account on our portal and complete the application.
We strongly encourage prospective parents to visit our school. Open House will be held December 10, January 14, and 21. Tours are a highly recommended part of the application process. (Sign-ups for tours will be available on December 2.)
We do not time stamp applications.
New student applications are $460 and due upon application completion.
When do you schedule tours?
We strongly encourage prospective parents to visit our school. Open House will be held December 10, January 14, and 21. Tours are a highly recommended part of the application process. RSVP’s will be open on December 2.
What is your tuition?
Tuition is based on the number of days attended. You can find that here.
The Selection Process
What if I am a member of St. Martin's Episcopal Church?
We give priority to members of St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in good standing.
A member is considered to be in good standing if they have been a member for at least one year, attend church on a regularly, and participate in stewardship.
When will parents be notified if they are selected to participate in a program?
Parents will receive notification by email in mid-March. The reservation fee, which is 10% of total tuition, must be paid in late March to secure your child’s spot. If you do not receive any communication, please email.
Are students selected based on a first-come, first-serve process?
All eligible applications submitted by the application deadline will be considered for the coming school year. We do not timestamp applications.
Priority will be given to returning families and St. Martin’s Episcopal Church members.
What if my child is not selected for the initial admissions process?
All admissions notifications will be sent Thursday, March 6th. We have a wait pool, not a ranked wait list, in the event there is not enough space to accommodate applicants.
We do anticipate movement and have a high rate of placement in the spring.
Our application fee is non-refundable if we can place your child; if we cannot place your child by May, we will refund a partial amount.
Other Questions
What are your school hours?
Our school day is 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Carpool runs from 8-8:30 a.m. and afternoon pickup runs from 2-2:30 p.m.
What is your vaccination policy?
If you child is not up to date per Texas State Vaccine Requirements set by the Texas Education Code, Chapter 38, they may not attend St. Martin’s Episcopal Preschool.
All children who attend St. Martin’s Episcopal Preschool must have up-to-date vaccinations. No exceptions will be made and state waivers are not accepted.
Do you have an after school program?
We do not provide after-care; however, St. Martin’s Episcopal Church’s Activity Center does have after-school programs for ages 3 and up.
Do you offer summer camp?
Our Summer Camp is two weeks in June and two weeks in July. Registration is available only to current students and will be available in February.
Do you have a hot lunch program?
We partner with the St. Martin’s Episcopal Church Cafe. Lunch can be ordered by the week.
Technical Questions
How long does it take to complete the online application process?
Typically, the process should take roughly 10 minutes.
You can submit the application from a mobile device or desktop computer.
Is there another way of submitting an application other than online?
At this time, all applications are online. The online application system is our preferred method and provides parents with up-to-date information.
I applied my child last year but my account is disabled. How can I apply again?
Blackbaud accounts are automatically disabled for past students and applicants if a child is not enrolled, from year to year. Please contact us if your account is disabled and you would like to apply again. We are happy to reinstate your account.
Once I've submitted the application electronically, how will I know that the submission is successful?
Once the application is completed online, you will receive a generated message based on the email address you provided when you created an account. Please contact info@smepreschool.org if you do not receive any confirmation or if you have any questions.
Should I allow anyone else to use my account?
It is the user’s responsibility to protect the integrity of any information entered in the system. This includes but is not limited to passwords or personal information about you or your child. You must also agree not to share your login information or password with anyone except a parent or legal guardian.
My account has been disabled because I've attempted to login too many times. Should I set up another account?
No. Try to reset your password on https://blackbaud.com.
If you still have trouble, please email.
Additional Questions?
Email Admissions.
school hours
Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Address
717 Sage Road, Houston, Texas, 77056.
Phone
(713) 621-2944