How to Apply

Prospective families are invited to tour and meet with our Director to learn more about the Early Childhood Center. These individual visits offer an overview of our programs and insight into our unique educational approach, along with a glimpse into daily classroom life. 

Please note: All new families are required to tour and meet with the Director as part of the application process. While an online application may be submitted prior to touring, it will only be reviewed once a tour is complete. Families with siblings of current and former ECC students do not need to tour; if you are the parent/guardian of a sibling applicant, please email us to proceed with admission. 

Families who wish to pursue enrollment following a tour are invited to submit an application to the Early Childhood Center. The application is designed to provide insight into each child and help determine the most appropriate placement. Please allow approximately 30 minutes to complete the application thoughtfully.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as space allows. To be considered complete, families must submit the online application and the non-refundable $100 application fee. At this time, application fees can only be submitted via check, made payable to Sarah Lawrence College Early Childhood Center.

Please address any postal mail to Lorayne Carbon, Early Childhood Center at Sarah Lawrence College, One Mead Way, Bronxville, NY, 10708.

Upon receipt of a complete application, parent(s)/guardian(s) will be invited to schedule an in-person tour and interview with the Director of the ECC. This meeting provides an opportunity for families to discuss their educational goals and priorities, while allowing the school to ensure an appropriate match for each child.

Note: An additional meeting with the child, Director, and 5/6s Head Teacher is required for families applying to the 5/6s program.

Notification letters will be emailed within a few weeks of the interview.