Taking the first step toward joining the Maclay family is simple, and we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our application process is designed to be straightforward and personal, giving us the opportunity to get to know your child and giving your family the chance to discover everything Maclay has to offer. You can apply at any time, or we look forward to meeting you on a tour or at an upcoming event on campus. We look forward to learning more about you.
Inquire
Reach out to our Admissions team to start the conversation and learn how Maclay might be the perfect fit for your family.

Tour Campus
Experience Maclay firsthand by scheduling a personal campus tour, where you'll see our facilities, meet our people, and feel the energy of our community.

Apply
Complete your online application to officially begin the journey toward becoming part of the Maclay family.

Shadow
Our admissions team looks forward to sitting down with your family for a warm, conversational interview that helps us get to know your child as an individual.

Interview
Our admissions team looks forward to sitting down with your family for a warm, conversational interview that helps us get to know your child as an individual.

Enroll
Once accepted, complete your enrollment and get ready to become an official member of the Maclay community. We can't wait to welcome you home.

What's Next?

A doorway to an educational culture filled with positive, caring teachers and administration; opportunities that abound (even for preschoolers!); and an inclusive community. I love being a part of this school.
Cathy C. Pre-K Parent

Application Timeline
Maclay welcomes applications throughout the year. We offer two priority deadlines, in December and February, before moving to a rolling admissions process, allowing families to apply, visit, and complete the admission assessment at any time during the school year.
Admission decisions are based on a holistic review of each applicant, including transcripts, test scores, teacher recommendations, the admission assessment, campus interview, and mission fit. Enrollment contracts are offered based on availability at the start of the fall or spring semester.
If a grade level is full, applicants with completed applications are placed in a wait pool and considered as space becomes available.
Dates to Know
Early Applications Due: December 1, 2026
Early Enrollment Contracts Released: December 15, 2026
Early Contracts Due: January 10, 2027
Rolling Admission begins January 2027
Families have 7 days to return their enrollment contract once issued.
Maclay School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Maclay does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.



