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Admissions Policy

New students and parents must complete the admissions process to enroll in Waxahachie Preparatory Academy. Waxahachie Prep and their families work in partnership in order to help develop Christ-like character in their students. In order to help facilitate this, we ask parents and students to agree to and abide by the following requirements that are essential for Waxahachie Prep to fulfill its mission in the life of your child and family.

  • Parents will complete an application form and provide health and academic records.

  • Parents must sign a form stating their acknowledgement of our Statement of Faith and Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality as an expression of who we are and what will be taught in the classroom.

  • At least one parent must express their own personal commitment to Jesus Christ.

  • Parents and students will agree to abide by the school's rules and regulations.

  • Parents must commit to partnering with Waxahachie Prep by supervising and instructing in the home classroom on the days that the child is not attending Waxahachie Prep on campus.  

  • While attending Waxahachie Prep it is strongly recommended that the family be active members of the Body of Christ and regularly attend a Christian church.

  • Parents and students will be committed to our Collegiate-Style Hybrid School learning experience and Christian environment at Waxahachie Prep.

Enrollment Process & Documentation Checklist (click here)

Step 1:   Attend An Informational Meeting

Please click on the Request Information button below to begin the process with our Admissions Coordinator.

Step 2:    Complete an Online Application

Once you've attended a Waxahachie Prep Information Meeting, complete an online application to begin the enrollment process, which will include agreeing to our Statement of Faith. (Statement of Faith)

A $97.00 non-refundable application fee per student will be applied when you submit the online application. 

(You will need to create an account here to apply online)

Step 3:    Submit Required Documentation

In addition to the online application, all documents required to complete a student application must be turned in to the Admissions Coordinator along with the online application. Once all documents have been received and placement testing has been administered, your student will meet with the academic dean to discuss the testing results. Because classes fill up quickly, a completed student file is of the utmost importance in transitioning your student through the enrollment process.

Required Documents:

  • Birth Certificate

  • Shot Records

  • Copy of Insurance Card

  • Pastoral or Personal Reference

  • Report Card/Transcript of Grades

  • Teacher Recommendation

  • Principal Recommendation   

  • Medical Diagnosis

  • Legal Documents           

Step 4:    Placement Testing

Placement testing will be completed prior to enrollment and will help determine the student's readiness for the grade level and ability to meet the academic expectations of the program. This placement testing is for 3rd - 12th grades. A testing time will be schedule by the Admissions Coordinator once an application has been submitted. Waxahachie Prep will use a Standardized Test in language arts and a WPA grade level math exam, in addition to requiring a pre-determined, grade-level appropriate written essay. Waxahachie Prep will also use an in-house assessment test to determine the student's readiness for K5-2nd grades.

The testing fee is $40 for K5-2nd grades and $60.00 for 3rd - 12th grades.

Step 5:   Administrative Review & Approval

Once a student has completed placement testing and the required documents have been submitted, the student file will be reviewed by the administrator. At this time, an admissions meeting may be scheduled with the prospective student(s), the parents, and the Administrator or Guidance Counselor, to discuss testing results, grade placement, class selection, and graduation requirements. The Administrator will also determine if Waxahachie Prep is the ideal fit for the student and/or family.

Step 6:    Acceptance Letter

Finally, after all the above steps have been completed, a letter of acceptance will be e-mailed to the family. Following notification of acceptance, the family has two weeks in which to respond by enrolling in classes. The applicant is considered enrolled when classes have been chosen with the school and the tuition and registration deposit submitted to the academy. If the family does not respond within the time allowed, your spot in the class will be opened to the next available applicant.

Thank You For Your Consideration

At Waxahachie Prep, we value your desire to make the best educational choices for your children and your family. We are thankful for your consideration of Waxahachie Preparatory Academy, a Christian, Collegiate-Style Hybrid School. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, we would like to invite you to explore our website, submit a request for more information form (below), and attend an Informational Meeting. It is our desire to ensure that you are well-informed as you prayerfully discern if your family's needs for education would best be met at Waxahachie Prep.

Admissions FAQ’s, scroll down to next section or click below:

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FAQ’s

How long is the school day?

Students typically begin at 8 am, and are released at 3:15 for Elementary, and 3:30 for Secondary. Because this is a hybrid model, some students may attend less hours, but not more, unless they are participating in athletics after school.

What days of the week will my child attend?

​Secondary students attend classes on campus Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8:00am - 3:30pm, and Elementary students attend classes on campus Tuesday & Thursday from 8:25am - 3:15pm. Some clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities fall outside of these hours.

What age can my child begin attending WPA?

Students applying for kindergarten must be 5 years old on or before September 1st of the incoming school year.

My child comes from a homeschool setting. Is a Teacher Recommendation letter still required?

No. In cases where students are coming to WPA from a homeschool environment, or if you are applying for Kindergarten, a Teacher Recommendation is not required.  However, if your student has received outside teaching, you can submit a form for reference purposes.

How many hours per day does a student spend on school work on the “Home Campus Days”?

The amount of time spent will fluctuate according to the student and their learning style; however, the rule of thumb is that for every hour of classroom teaching there is an hour of home assignment given.

I never taught professionally or had any teacher training.  How do I know what to teach my child on the days he/she is at home?

Our instructors provide detailed direction to parents through weekly assignments provided by RenWeb.com, our school management site.  WPA parents are expected to oversee their children's education and academic progress, but the most important instruction parents can give their children is imparting their values and faith.  

Does the family pastoral reference need to be filled out by our lead pastor?
We go to a large church and our pastor doesn’t know us well.

No. Any church leader that has spiritual oversight for your family (such as an elder, small group leader, etc.) can complete this reference.

We aren’t Christians but don’t have issue with the Christian teachings at your school. Can we still be considered for admission?

We ask that at least one parent adhere to WPA’s Statement of Faith which can be found in our Parent/Student Handbook. We are an intentional Christian community and require this of our faculty and staff.

Is WPA affiliated with a particular church or denomination?

Waxahachie Preparatory Academy is a non-profit organization completely independent from a particular church or denominational affiliation. 

Is it possible to enroll in WPA mid-year?

Yes. Families can attend an Information Meeting in the fall in order to seek admission for term 2 of the current school year.

Do students wear uniforms at WPA?

Yes. The dress code is intended to reflect the school’s Statement of Faith and honor God and moral character. Uniforms must be purchased from Land’s End Uniforms or at the used uniform sales held on campus at quarterly WFA Meetings. Only the styles listed at Land’s End under WPA’s name are acceptable.

My child is entering WPA from a public/private/homeschool background. How will he/she transition to the collegiate-style hybrid structure?

We have new students every year. Most of our incoming students have not come from a collegiate-style hybrid school. New Parent Orientation Day, which takes place the week before school starts, is vital to equip you for the start of the new school year. In addition, new families are matched with an experienced “parent coach” who is available to answer questions and help you become acclimated to Waxahachie Preparatory Academy.  Our families are friendly and happy to answer any questions you may have. After all, we were all new families at one point!

What type of testing is used in the admissions process?

​Students applying for grades K-2nd are testing using an in-house assessment that usually takes 20-30 minutes.

Students testing for 3rd - 6th grade are testing using Terra Nova standardized testing and are required to write a grade level essay using writing prompts and topics provided my the teacher who administers the test.

Students testing for a secondary grade (7th - 12th) are tested using a portion of the Terra Nova test. Secondary students are also required to write a grade level appropriate essay and are given a math test over the last semester of math they most recently completed.

Do we offer Financial Aid? ​Yes, we do offer financial aid. A certain amount of money is allocated for financial aid each year. Financial aid is distributed on a first-come-first-served basis. How do I apply? Families can apply for financial aid once they have submitted their application. You can request instructions to apply for financial aid through the admissions office or accounting office. Will I qualify? ​We use a third-party company that analyzes a family's financial documents and assists in determining what financial aid amount, if any, will be awarded. The majority of our families who apply for financial aid are awarded some financial aid discount. Do I need to reapply each year? Yes, because a family's financial situation can change from year-to-year, it is required that families apply each year.

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