Admission to the school

Students are admitted whenever space is available.

Prospective students and their parents are invited to visit ALG, play along with the children, meet the teachers, and contact parents of enrolled children. To arrange a visit, contact the Managing Directory, Deborah Kline, at deborah @ amazinglifegames.org, or call 202-265-0114. Please note that the entrance to the school is located on Varnum Street (look for the big, colorful Amazing Life Games sign).

If you think ALG would be a good match for your child, fill out and submit an Admissions Application to the school (available as a Microsoft Word document or PDF document). Fall admission decisions begin in March and continue as space permits. To be considered at the start of the placement process for September 2008, submit your application by Feb. 1st.

When considering admissions, a number of factors are considered, including scheduling, co-oping hours, gender balance, the date of application, whether the child is a sibling of a current or alumni family, and our goal to reflect our diverse community.

Tuition is based on hours and number of days attended, and parents' level of co-op participation. See the 2008-2009 tuition chart to find out tuition levels for a particular situation.

ALG has a limited scholarship fund for families needing financial assistance. Scholarship amounts may vary depending on the need of the family, although all families pay some portion of tuition. To apply, please submit a record of family income (tax form, pay stub, etc.) and a letter, and submit them with your application form.

Parent testimonials

"We have felt so fortunate to have found ALG because of their emphasis on building community while nurturing and affirming the unique qualities and gifts of each child."

"One of the many things we loved about Amazing Life Games was the respect and love the staff showed towards every child."

"The careful support and nurturing of the teachers has given [my children] the confidence and tools to problem-solve."

"I'm grateful to ALG for helping [my son] to become the wonderful little person that he is."