How to Apply to Lower Division

Parents are encouraged to schedule a campus visit to discuss the admissions process. Schedule a tour with the Admissions Office by calling (813) 885-1673 or emailing admissions@tiemles.com. 

• Complete the 2025-2026 application.

• The application deadline is January 15 (or until assessment slots are filled). Admissions applications received after the deadline will be considered for our waiting pool.

From your myBerkeley Admissions Checklist, you have the option to electronically submit the form to your school registrar or print a PDF and submit it to the school registrar after November 15.

Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten

• Sign Permission for School to Release Student Records, located on the Pre-K School Recommendation Checklist, and deliver to applicant’s current school after November 15.

• This recommendation should be completed by your child’s current teacher and signed by the principal or head of school.

• Please have completed School Recommendation Checklist and transcripts (if applicable) forwarded directly to the Admissions Office before your child’s admissions visit.

• As a courtesy, please include a stamped envelope addressed to the Berkeley Preparatory School – Lower Division Admissions Office or have the teacher scan and email the recommendation to admissions@tiemles.com.

First Through Fifth Grade

• From your myBerkeley Admissions Checklist, you have the option to electronically submit the teacher recommendation, or print the PDF and submit to the current teacher after November 15.

• First Grade Recommendation (for students applying to first grade)

• Second Through Fifth Grade Recommendation (for students applying to second through fifth grade)

• As a courtesy, please include a stamped envelope addressed to the Berkeley Preparatory School – Lower Division Admissions Office or have the teacher scan and email the recommendation to admissions@tiemles.com.

• Expect Berkeley to confirm receipt of your application via email, scheduling your child’s assessment(s).

• Admissions assessments/testing vary by grade level.

Berkeley makes all admissions decisions without regard to financial status. Families who have reviewed their financial situation and feel that help may be needed in paying tuition should apply for aid. 

If you anticipate requesting financial aid, please review our financial aid webpage for important deadlines and procedures.