ADMISSION
Thank you for your interest in admission to Tallahassee Preparatory Academy!
Tallahassee Preparatory Academy is a Private School serving advanced learners. Find details below regarding the admissions process and important dates.
The admissions team is standing by to answer any questions you have regarding admission to Tallahassee Preparatory Academy.
Enrolling Grades K-9
for the 2025-2026 school year!
FAQS
OPEN HOUSES
Open Houses provide an opportunity for families to explore the campus, meet students and staff, and attend a presentation that will highlight up-to-date information regarding the school’s programs. See the website for exact dates and times.
TOURS
Open House events include campus tours. Individual tours are available to families during the admissions interview process.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
**DO NOT withdraw student from their current school until final Enrollment Confirmation is received from the admissions officer.
Specific deadlines and supporting documentation may vary from student to student. The Admissions Officer will provide further guidance.
STUDENT SERVICES (ESE/ESOL)
Limited ESE and ESOL services are available.
Pursuant to 34 C.F.R. § 300.137(a): No parentally-placed private school child with a disability has an individual right to receive some or all of the special education and related services that the child would receive if enrolled in a public school.
Refer to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) website for specific information regarding Parentally Placed Private School Children.
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Non–Discrimination Policy: Tallahassee Preparatory Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin in admissions or administration of its educational policies, financial programs, or academic and other school-administered programs.
ACADEMIC
As part of the admissions process, TPA requires students to demonstrate a certain level of academic readiness to ensure they are well-prepared for the rigor of the curriculum.
Please note that nearly all schools in Florida, both public and private, administer some form of progress monitoring assessment for students at every grade level, including Kindergarten and VPK. However, schools may not always share these results with parents unless specifically requested. Families should reach out to their child’s current school to request the most recent progress monitoring scores. Providing these will make the application review process more efficient. If a child’s current school does not conduct such assessments, or if unable to obtain the results, TPA will need to schedule an admissions exam to evaluate the child’s readiness. Once the application is received, the Admissions Team will provide further guidance.
Accepted test scores include:
FAST
EOC
MAP
SAT10
TerraNova
Please also review the Core Subjects: Math academic progression plan for middle/high students.
BEHAVIOR
Students must not have any expulsion on their record.
MAINTAINING ENROLLMENT
To remain enrolled, students must continue to meet the admissions requirements each school year.
Students who withdraw must reapply and complete the admissions process to regain readmission. There is no priority status for former students.
SIBLING POLICY
Sibling Priority status is strictly reserved for siblings. Extended family members, friends, etc. do not qualify for Sibling Priority. Exceptions are only possible for Educational or Legal Guardianship. In those instances, legal documentation is required to justify Sibling Priority status.
Please Note: Due to capacity restrictions for each grade, it is not always possible to enroll all siblings at the same time or during the same school year. Further information can be provided by the admissions officer at the time of enrollment.
WAITLIST POLICY
If an applicant meets the admission requirements but there are no available seats, they will be placed on a Waitlist. When a seat opens, they will be contacted for enrollment.
