Apply for 2021-22
All application activity takes place in our Admissions Portal. In the portal, you can sign up for events and see a partial list of application requirements for your student(s). Once you apply, the complete list of items, outlined below, will be visible.
Pre-K–Grade 5
Lower School Application Due by January 21, 2021
Pre-K–Grade 5 Applicants
First Step
Complete the required Applicant Information and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 16).
Parent Conversation
This is an opportunity for you and Sarah Ross-Bailly, Lower School Admissions Associate, to discuss your child as a learner and to have a conversation specific to your family. It is a requirement for at least one parent, but all parents, legal guardians, partners or co-parents of your choosing are most welcome to join the virtual call.
Supporting Materials
All Lower School Applicants, Pre-K–Grade 5
- Parent Questionnaire
- Teacher Recommendation: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to your child's current teacher. You may also submit a second, optional request to last year’s teacher or another teacher currently working with your child. Please be sure to send the request with enough time for the teacher to meet the January 21 deadline.
- Snapshot Videos: Because we are unable to meet your child in person this year, we have crafted an assessment plan which includes your providing brief videos of your child in relation to several prompts/tasks. Our aim is to see a snapshot of your child. There are different prompts for Pre-K–Grade 2 and Grade 3-5 applicants. Once you have submitted your application, you will have access to detailed instructions.
Pre-K–Grade 2 Applicants
2019-20 End-of-Year Report: Upload your child’s end-of-year report cards/conference notes/progress reports (every program titles these reports differently). Ultimately, we would like any information about your child as a learner that was shared with you at the end of the 2019-2020 school year from the program your child was attending.
Grade 3–5 Applicants
- Student Portfolio: Because we are unable to meet your child in person this year, we are asking for a few specific work samples. Once you have submitted your application, you will have access to detailed instructions.
- Request Official Transcripts for the current year (2020-21 plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 5.
Flexible Tuition Application Due February 1, 2021.
Lower School Application Checklist
Sarah Ross-Bailly Lower School Admissions Associate • 503-768-3114 • rossbaillys@oes.edu
Grades 6–8
Middle School Application Due by January 28, 2021
Grade 6–8 Applicants
First Step
Complete the required Applicant Information and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 16).
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Two Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to two teachers. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 28 deadline.
- Grade 6 applicants: Request a recommendation from your child's current teacher and last year's (4th grade) teacher.
- Grade 7-8 applicants: Request a recommendation from an English and math teacher. You may choose either your child's current teacher or last year's teacher.
Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts for the current year (2020-21) plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 5.
SSAT
Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. Complete the test by February 7 in order to meet our application deadline.
Virtual Student Visit
This is an opportunity for applicants to learn about our community and program, and also provides a chance for our faculty to get to know our applicants.
Student Interview
The one-on-one student interview with a Middle School faculty member is an opportunity for us to get to know our applicants. It’s also a chance for our applicants to ask questions and learn more about our Middle School program and community. Our Middle School teachers are skillful at keeping this one-on-one interview low key and fun
Parent Conversation
This is time for you and a member of our Admissions Team to discuss your child as a learner, and to ask questions that are specific to your family. We encourage all parents/guardians to participate.
Flexible Tuition Application Due February 1, 2021.
Middle School Application Checklist
Bonnie Brennan Middle School Admissions Associate • 503-416-9377 • brennanb@oes.edu
Grades 9–12 Day/Domestic
Upper School Application Due by January 28, 2021
Grade 9–12 Applicants
Day and Domestic Boarding
Note: We also accept the Standard Application Online (SAO), which is ideal for applicants applying to multiple independent schools. You will still need an account in the OES Admissions Portal to sign up for events and to track your application.
First Step
Complete the required Applicant Information and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75 (discounted to $50 before December 16).
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Math and English Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to the OES recommendation form to a math and English teacher. You may choose either a current teacher or last year's teacher. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 28 deadline.
Official Transcripts
Request official transcripts for the current year (2020-21) plus two previous years. Transcripts must be sent directly from the school by February 5.
SSAT
Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. Complete the test by February 7 in order to meet our application deadline.
Student Interview
This is an opportunity for an OES staff or faculty member to get to know the student as a learner and as an individual. It is also a good time for students to ask questions and learn more about the OES community.
Virtual Student Session
Learn more about student life at OES, and connect with current OES students who will share their insights and experiences. This is an ideal opportunity to ask questions and engage in a deeper exploration of the OES community.
Day Applicants Only
Parent Conversation
This is time for you and a member of our Admissions Team to discuss your child as a learner, and to ask questions that are specific to your family. We encourage all parents/guardians to participate.
Flexible Tuition Application Due February 1
Day/Domestic Application Checklist
Christopher Blondin Upper School Admissions Associate • 503-416-9378 • blondinc@oes.edu
Grades 9–12 International
Upper School Application Due by January 28, 2021
Grade 9–12 Applicants
International Boarding
You may apply through the OES Admissions Portal or the Standard Application Online (SAO). SAO is integrated with our system, and we accept the SAO required forms in lieu of similar forms in the OES Admissions Portal. You will still need an account in the OES Admissions Portal to sign up for events and to track your application.
First Step
Complete the required Applicant Information and submit a non-refundable application fee of $100.
Student Interview
This is an opportunity for an OES staff or faculty member to get to know the student as a learner and as an individual. It is also a good time for students to ask questions and learn more about the OES community. This is a required step in the application process, but you are welcome to sign up before submitting your application.
Supporting Materials
- Parent Questionnaire
- Hand-Written Student Questionnaire
- Math and English Teacher Recommendations: In the Admissions Portal, send a request with a link to a math and English teacher. You may choose either a current teacher or last year's teacher. Please be sure to send the requests with enough time for the teachers to meet the January 28 deadline.
Official Transcripts
We require official transcripts for the current year (2020-21) plus two previous years. Due February 5.
Admissions Tests
Scores must be from tests taken after August 1, 2020:
- SSAT: Learn about testing options and register at www.ssat.org. To share scores with us, enter OES school code 5572. Complete the test by February 7 in order to meet our application deadline.
- TOEFL: Required if English is not your primary spoken language. Register at ets.org/toefl. OES school code is 9615
Flexible Tuition Application Due February 1
International Application Checklist
Christopher Blondin Upper School Admissions Associate • 503-416-9378 • blondinc@oes.edu
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