How to Apply & Key Dates
The SF Day Application Process
This page will guide you through the application process for kindergarten, Lower School, and Middle School. To get started with your application, you will need to create an account on Ravenna by clicking the "Apply" button. The Ravenna portal will be your resource for all information and requirements during the admission season. Please note, there is a $100 fee per application. If you would like an application fee waiver please email us at admission@sfday.org.
If you are a current parent applying for another child, or an SF Day employee, please contact us at admission@sfday.org for details about your application process.
Applying to Kindergarten
All applicant children for the SF Day Class of 2034 must turn 5 by August 1, 2025. If your child does not meet this requirement, please sign up here so we can inform you about our spring 2025 admission events.
Applying to the Lower School (1-5)
Applicants for grades 1-5 are required to complete the full admission process, including the student Visit Day & Assessment. However, we may not know our grade-level availability until early spring. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
Applying to the Middle School (6-8)
Applicants for grades 6-8 are required to complete the full admission process, including the student Visit Day & Assessment. However, we may not know our grade-level availability until early spring. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
Adjusted Tuition Webinar
To learn about Adjusted Tuition, please join us on Tuesday, October 29 for an Adjusted Tuition Q&A Webinar, which you can sign up for through Ravenna.
What is Ravenna?
Ravenna is an admission application system which will allow you to efficiently apply to SF Day. From exploring schools through receiving decisions, you can track the status of your application online. It is important to know that you do not need to complete the process in one sitting! You may save your “work” at any time and return to it when you can.
Having issues with your Ravenna account? Click here for Ravenna's Customer Care. Please use the email address associated with your Ravenna account.