Tessa International School welcomes beginners and students of all levels in Spanish, French, and Mandarin. For more information, please call us at (201) 755-5585. Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis, meaning applications are reviewed continuously as they are received, with decisions made based on availability.
Age Requirements
- Nursery
- Should be 2 years old by December 31st
- Pre-K3
- Should be 3 years old by December 31st
- Pre-K4
- Should be 4 years old by December 31st
- Kindergarten
- Should be 5 years old by December 31st
- Primary
- Older students generally advance to the next grade
Admission Steps
1
Start the Process
We invite your family to visit our campus, either on-site or virtually (recommended, but not required).
To begin the admission process, please complete the online application form.
2
Screening of Your Child
After applying, register for one of our Tessa Playdate/Screenings, where children will be assessed, and parents will be interviewed by our admissions team. For students applying to Kindergarten and Primary, submission of a progress report and/or a recommendation letter from a teacher or administrator at your child’s current daycare/school is required.
3
Notification of Admission
Once all relevant documents have been submitted, we will review your application and notify you of our decision via email. Upon acceptance, a signed financial agreement and a non-refundable deposit are required to secure your child’s spot. We look forward to welcoming your child to our vibrant world of learning!