Many families feel the pressure of enrolling their student before the school year start. They fear that if they wait too long they’ll have to instead wait for the start of next semester or even next year. The fortunate thing is many schools like ours have a rolling admissions policy that can alleviate these concerns for families. So whether your living in Houston, across Texas, or anywhere else in the U.S., rolling admissions is a great flexibility tool that schools provide for

families. These policies can make the difference for families needing a fresh start or changing schools because of a move.

What Does Rolling Admissions Mean?

So before we get into the nitty-gritty of rolling admissions, we must first discuss what exactly it means. In general, rolling admissions allow students to apply and begin school at multiple, or in some cases, any point during the school year. This is unlike traditional schools that restrict enrollment to designated periods like August or January. Further more, rolling admissions gives families the chance to:

  • Start when a student is ready, not under the pressure of the calendar.
  • Transfer smoothly without delaying by months for the next enrollment period.
  • Customize the timing of academic transitions.

At Tenney School Live, we allow rolling admissions throughout any point of the school year. This means your child can enroll and begin learning with us at any point during the academic school year.

Why Rolling Admissions Benefits Students

While families may need rolling admissions for a number of different reasons, the most common are:

  • Immediate Relief from Struggles: When your child isn’t thriving at their current school, waiting until the year or semester is over only prolongs the stress. Rolling admissions allows you to switch at any time without sacrificing time.
  • Flexibility for Athletes and Artists: Students that are struggling to balance their busy schedules at a traditional school may need to make a switch to a more flexible learning environment. Rolling admissions allows them to make the jump without a major disruption to their busy schedule or learning.
  • Support for International Families: For families considering learning abroad. Rolling admissions eases the anxiety that comes with tight deadlines and waiting for Visa approval.
  • Personalized Learning Pathways: Since Tenney School Live provides customized one-on-one learning, new students are able to make the switch to this model without having to wait!

Rolling Admissions vs. Traditional Enrollment

More traditional schools operate on rigid admission schedules. This can make it difficult for families to make the jump, especially if their current school isn’t meeting their expectations. The two types of admissions can be broken down into the following:

  • Traditional Enrollment: Applications are only accepted before the semester starts, if you miss the deadline, you’ll often be required to apply for the following semester instead.
  • Rolling Admissions: Applications are accepted at any point during the academic school year, and students can start as soon as they are accepted!

The flexibility provided by rolling admissions really allows the student to find their right learning environment. It is low risk for families, and can provide peace of mind for making the switch!

How Rolling Admissions Work at Tenney School Live

Enrolling through our rolling admissions program is simple. Our admissions process is completed in 3 easy steps:

  • Contact Our team: Families reach out to discuss their goals, academic needs, and scheduling with an admissions representative.
  • Complete Enrollment: After completing the application we ask that families submit: Last two years of report cards and standardized test scores.
  • Begin Learning: After everything is submitted the admissions panel will meet and review your student for enrollment. After an acceptance, learning begins!

It’s as easy as that! There’s no unnecessary waiting until the next year or semester.

Is Rolling Admissions Right for Your Family?

So how do you know if rolling admissions is right for you? We’ve found that families who thrive in a rolling admissions program have the following characteristics:

  • Recently relocated or need a smooth academic transition due to outside factors.
  • Have a student struggling in their current school and they need to make an immediate change.
  • Want more flexibility for extracurricular commitments or have scheduling concerns.
  • Prefer an individualized, and student-centered learning environment.

If your child needs a change now, rolling admissions can be the pathway to academic success without a delay!

Final Takeaways

Education doesn’t need to follow a “one-size-fits-all” approach. With rolling admissions at Tenney School Live, your family can unlock the freedom to start when the time is right. Additionally, all of our students learn one-on-one in synchronous learning environments with real private school teachers through our sister school: The Tenney School! If this sounds like the right environment for your student, I recommend inquiring today for more information!