The Nest — 2027–2028 Admissions Application

The Nest at Hillcrest

Application for Admission 2027–2028

We’re excited to learn about your child! Complete one application per child. Applying does not guarantee enrollment.

Child’s full name

Preferred name

Child’s birthdate (MM/DD/YYYY)

Home address, city, state, and ZIP

Program choice

Is your child fully potty trained? Pre-K enrollment requires potty training.

Extended care • 3:00–5:30 p.m. • Full-Day Pre-K and Bridge Kindergarten only

Parent and family information

Primary parent/guardian’s full name

Relationship to child

Primary parent/guardian’s email

Primary parent/guardian’s phone

Preferred contact method

Additional parent/guardian’s name and relationship (optional)

Additional parent/guardian’s email (optional)

Additional parent/guardian’s phone (optional)

Who does your child live with? Share siblings or family circumstances you would like us to understand.

Getting to know your child

Has your child attended preschool, daycare, or another early learning program?

If yes, share program names, dates attended, and your child’s experience.

What are your child’s favorite activities, interests, and strengths?

What situations are challenging? What helps your child feel comfortable with new people, separation, or unfamiliar settings?

How does your child interact with other children? What helps with sharing, taking turns, frustration, or transitions?

Which areas would you like us to nurture? Examples: language, literacy, number sense, motor skills, independence, attention, friendships, or emotional regulation.

Has your child received evaluations, therapies, or developmental support?

Share any developmental support information that would help us support your child (optional).

Does your child have allergies, medical conditions, medication, or care needs we should know about?

If yes, describe allergies and reactions, medication, or assistance needed during school hours (optional).

Bridge Kindergarten applicants: this full-day class offers an additional year before kindergarten. Children must be 5 by September 1, 2027.

Bridge applicants: will your child be 5 by September 1, 2027?

Bridge applicants: why are you considering an additional year, and what would you like your child to strengthen?

Your hopes for the year

What drew your family to The Nest, and what do you hope your child will gain this year?

How did you hear about us?

Anything else you would like us to know?

I confirm this information is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand admission is not guaranteed and The Nest may contact me about next steps.

Parent/guardian’s typed name

Date (MM/DD/YYYY)