Policies & Process
Thank you for your interest in the Lerner School! You are about to discover a thriving community where Jewish values and educational excellence come together.
The best way to learn about our school is to arrange for a personal tour or join one of our general Tour and Information Sessions given in the Fall. To request information about The Lerner School, receive application materials or arrange a visit, please feel free to call on me at any time. I am looking forward to answering your questions and helping you through the process.
Jordana Brown
Director of Admissions
919 286-5517 ext. 33
Admission Policy
The Lerner School is open to all children who have at least one parent of the Jewish faith and whose family embraces the mission of the school. We welcome children into all grade levels. Prior knowledge of Hebrew is not a requirement.
The Lerner School considers several factors in the admission process, including student visits and interviews, school records and teacher recommendations, sibling enrollment, and gender balance. There are no evaluations for Preschool acceptance; however, preference is given to families who plan to continue at Lerner for elementary school.
Students entering Kindergarten must be 5 years old by October 16 of that year. Children whose birthdays fall shortly after the cut-off may be considered on a case by case basis.
Admission Process
Our admission process includes the following steps:
- Call to arrange a tour of our school, meet with our Director of Admissions and request an information packet (919-286-5517 or admissions@lernerschool.org).
- Return completed application along with a non-refundable application fee by February 15.
- Sign the Transcript Request Form and give it to your child's current school so current school records may be forwarded to The Lerner School. (Elementary only)
- Give the Recommendation Form to your child's current teacher, and have him/her return it to The Lerner School. (Elementary only)
- Your child will be invited for a classroom visit and observation.
Admission decisions are made when the application process is complete.