Your family's next chapter begins here.
A warm, personal admissions process. We take the time to know your family and answer every question.
How to enroll at Shepherd.
01 · Visit
Schedule a private tour. Meet our leadership, walk the campus, and see classrooms in session.
02 · Apply
Submit our streamlined application, records, and family interview.
03 · Enroll
Receive your admissions decision and welcome packet. Fall enrollment opens in January.
The application process, step by step.
Before you begin, please review our Admission Requirements and Statement of Faith. All applying families must agree to these as part of the application process.
A note on age & readiness: Students entering Pre-K must be fully potty trained. Kindergarten students must be 5 years old by September 30, 2026.
- Step 01
Create an account
Begin by creating your application account on the FACTS admissions portal. You'll set a login and password, then verify your email address.
- Step 02
Start your application
Log in and out anytime — your progress autosaves. A green check mark appears next to each section once all required fields are complete.
- Step 03
Review, submit & pay the application fee
When every section is complete, select 'Review & Submit.' You'll then be prompted to pay the non-refundable $120 application fee.
- Step 04
Submit required documents
Send your student's most recent report card and, if applicable, any educational, diagnostic, or psychological evaluation results to the admissions office.
Required Documents
- Most recent report card
- Copy of educational, diagnostic, or psychological evaluation results (if applicable)
You will receive email confirmation of your submission. Our admissions office will review your application and, if applicable, schedule a family interview and student assessment. Both parents or legal guardians and the student are required to attend.
A non-refundable $120 application fee is paid at submission.
A shared foundation of faith.
As part of the admission and enrollment process, at least one parent or legal guardian must affirm the following:
A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
The existence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ — that Jesus is their personal Lord and Savior.
John 3:1–8
Teaching Biblical truth at home
An ongoing effort to teach and instruct Biblical truths at home.
Deuteronomy 6:6–7
Faithful local church membership
Faithfully attending a local Christian church as a family.
Hebrews 10:24–25
A true partnership with the school
A sincere desire to partner with the school in educating and shepherding their children.
Covenant Partnership
Read our full Statement of Faith to learn more about the beliefs that shape our school.
Variable rate tuition — built around your family.
Tuition begins at $13,500 for all grades, Preschool through 8th. Through our variable rate tuition model, we work directly with families based on their budget and needs — making Shepherd one of the most affordable Christian private educations in the Northern Virginia area.
Starting at $13,500
Our published starting rate applies to all grade levels. Because we believe cost should never be the reason a family says no to a Christ-centered education, our admissions team will walk with you to build a tuition plan that fits.
A True Partnership
As a discipleship-model covenant school, we come alongside parents for the long journey. Parents have a real voice in their children's education at Shepherd.
Flexible options for our youngest learners.
Part-time Pre-K pricing is offered in place of the standard tuition rate for families who want a gentler start to school.
Monday – Friday · 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Monday, Wednesday, Friday · 8:00 am – 2:45 pm
We honor those who serve.
Shepherd is proud to extend tuition discounts to families in the following categories:
- Military families
- Ministerial families
- Teachers & educators
- Multiple sibling discount
- First responders
- Early pay discount
Contact our admissions team for full details and current rates.
Answers for prospective families.
What grades does Shepherd serve?
Preschool (ages 3–5) through 8th Grade.
Do I have to be a Christian family to apply?
We welcome families who understand and support our Christ-centered mission. All are invited to visit and learn more.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
Our average ratio is 12:1, allowing every child to be known and challenged.
When does the application window open?
Priority admissions opens in January for the following fall. Applications are considered on a rolling basis afterward.
Is financial aid available?
Yes — we are proud to offer need-based financial aid to qualifying families each year.
A school that partners with your family for the long journey.
Small classes. Excellent teachers. A joyful, Christ-centered community in the heart of Northern Virginia.