Admissions Process
Welcome to Saint Theresa School!
Thank you for considering Saint Theresa School for your child’s education!
Saint Theresa is a Catholic classical school serving students from preschool through eighth grade.
Rooted in the Catholic faith and inspired by the classical tradition, we strive to form the whole child—mind, heart, and soul—through a rich Catholic classical education centered on truth, goodness, and beauty.
During your scheduled tour, you and your family will have a chance to explore Saint Theresa School while classes are in session! You’ll see our classrooms in action, observe our students and teachers, and get a "firsthand" glimpse of the joyful, faith-filled learning environment that makes Saint Theresa an exceptional school community for your child to grow in faith, wisdom, and virtue.
We are excited about your interest in joining our family as we look forward to getting to know your family, while sharing our mission and philosophy, and helping you discover what makes Saint Theresa School so extraordinarily unique.
1. Contact School Office to Schedule a Tour:
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To schedule a visit for students entering Kindergarten - Grade 8, call the main office at 203-268-3236 during school hours: 9:45 AM - 3:15 PM. to schedule a tour with school Principal, Barbara Logsdail. (info@stesonline.org)
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To schedule a visit for you and your preschooler, please call the main office at 203-268-3236 and leave your name and number for our Preschool Director, Maggie Gleason to contact you promptly. (mgleason@stesonline.org )
2. Complete Online Application After Scheduling Tour Appointment for Preschool-Grade 8 :
To begin the application process, please click the button below and follow the steps to create an account, complete a new student application, and submit your application once it has been finalized.
3. New K - Gr. 8 Family Meet The Principal (Kindergarten - Grade 8):
After submitting your application, the next step is to schedule a parent interview with Principal Logsdail. This essential part of the process allows us to share more about St. Theresa Catholic Classical School's philosophy, mission, and methods, while also learning about your goals and aspirations for your child’s education and addressing any questions you may have.
4 . In-Classroom Visit (Grades K-8):
St. Theresa School offers a student-centered learning environment. The Screening & Student Visit helps us warmly welcome each child while assessing their maturity and development, allowing us to better meet their individual needs from the start of the school year. This is also a chance for the student to meet their classmates and get a feel for a school day in the Catholic Classical tradition.
5. Enrollment Registration (Preschool-Grade 8):
The registration process begins once your child has been officially accepted by School Administration in addition to completing all necessary forms required.
The curriculum, events, and activities at Saint Theresa School are guided and directed by the teachings and philosophy of the Roman Catholic Church. Non-Catholics may enroll with the understanding that all students attend Mass (K-8), participate in religious instruction and any otherfaith-based activities the school engages in.
Admission Policy
POLICY Approved: July 1, 2013
Revised: September 1, 2023
The Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic schools admit qualified students of any race, color, religion, and national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national and ethnic origin, in the administration of educational policies, admission policies and scholarship and loan programs.
Preference in admission shall be granted to practicing members of the Catholic faith as well as siblings of currently enrolled students.
The Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic schools may not be able to provide an appropriate education to all students with special needs due to their limited resources.
The age for kindergarten admission shall be that the child reaches age 5 on or before January 1 of the school year of attendance. Schools may not admit students who are below the established age without approval from the Superintendent of Schools. Schools must utilize a screening process before acceptance to determine readiness. Entrance into the prekindergarten program must reflect kindergarten guidelines.
No student shall be permitted to repeat a grade level already successfully completed without approval from the Superintendent of Schools.
By applying for admission to a Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic school, parent(s)/guardian(s) acknowledge and agree that they will support the school’s mission and commitment to the Catholic faith.
Parent(s)/guardian(s) shall enter into a tuition agreement and agree to be bound by the policies and procedures of the school.