Admission Process at Fairhill School in North Dallas

Begin your child’s journey at Fairhill School with an admission process designed to find the best fit for students with learning differences. For over 55 years, our North Dallas campus has welcomed bright students who learn differently through a thorough, supportive evaluation experience.

55

Years Serving North Dallas

16

Acres of Campus

7:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

100%

College Acceptance Rate

Admission

How Admission Works

The admission process at Fairhill School is collaborative, involving students, parents, and our experienced admission team. Every step is designed to determine whether our specialized program aligns with your child’s learning profile and your family’s goals.

Campus Visit

Admission begins with a comprehensive campus visit. Families meet with admission counselors, observe classes, tour facilities, and learn about our specialized approach. Students experience our welcoming environment and can envision themselves as part of the Fairhill community.

Application and Documentation

Families submit an application along with previous school records, standardized test scores, psychological or educational evaluations, and other assessments that help us understand your child's learning profile. Our team provides guidance on required documentation and helps streamline the process.

Student Assessment

Our assessment team evaluates academic skills, learning differences, and social-emotional development in a supportive, low-pressure environment. This may include academic testing, learning difference evaluation, and interviews with students and families. The goal is to understand your child's complete profile so we can plan appropriate support.

Family and Student Interviews

We conduct interviews with both families and students to discuss educational goals, previous experiences, learning difference history, and expectations. Student interviews help our team understand each child's perspective and assess social-emotional readiness for our specialized program.

Admission Decision

Our team considers all assessment information, interviews, student readiness, and program capacity to make a thoughtful decision. Families receive comprehensive feedback, including recommendations for educational planning whether or not enrollment occurs.

Acceptance

After Acceptance

Students accepted to Fairhill School receive detailed orientation information, individualized educational planning, and transition support. Our team provides meetings with teachers, campus familiarization activities, and opportunities to connect with current students and families to ensure a smooth start.

We develop a comprehensive learning difference profile for each student that guides instructional planning, accommodation decisions, and support services from day one.

Planning

Financial Planning

Our admission team provides financial planning assistance including information about tuition, fees, payment plans, and financial aid opportunities. We work with families to develop sustainable plans that support enrollment and long-term success.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Admission

Our team provides guidance in gathering all necessary materials.
We assess learning differences, academic readiness, social-emotional development, and alignment between student needs and program capabilities through comprehensive evaluation.
The process typically takes several weeks, depending on student needs and documentation availability. Our team works efficiently while ensuring thorough evaluation.
We may accept students mid-year depending on program capacity and individual needs. Each situation is evaluated individually.
Fairhill School accepts applications for grades 1st-12. The admission process is tailored to each age group’s developmental needs.
We maintain rolling admission throughout the year while encouraging early application for optimal placement. Our team works with families to accommodate their timelines.
We provide orientation activities, teacher meetings, campus familiarization, and peer connections. Students with learning differences may receive additional individualized transition assistance.
Contact our admissions office to schedule a campus visit and initial consultation. Our team welcomes the opportunity to discuss your child’s needs and our specialized program.

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