Admissions Process

Hudson Lab School infuses academics with the joys of childhood and a spirit of innovation.

Applications open on September 12. For Kindergarten entry, children must turn 5 years old by December 1, 2024. Sibling applicants are given special consideration during the admissions process, however, admission is not guaranteed.

We invite you to visit our school and experience how wonder and curiosity bring out the best in children academically and emotionally. If you have any questions, we invite you to reach out to our Admissions Director Cynthia Whitten at admissions@hudsonlabschool.com or (914) 826-5586.

Admissions Steps

  • Learn more about Hudson Lab School and project-based learning by watching videos of our past projects, joining a virtual Information Session, or visiting our classrooms on a School Tour.

  • Applications are due December 6, 2025. Apply here.

  • We are happy to offer virtual parent interviews to our applicant parents/guardians from October through February. Families who submit applications will receive information about scheduling their appointments.

  • The Kindergarten through First grade admission process includes an assessment of the child's developmental readiness. K-1 play dates will be offered on select dates after school from October through January.

    Second through Eighth grade admission is based on a student's strength of character, academic ability and previous school record. Half-day visits will be offered from October through January.

  • As part of your application, we ask for your child's report card and feedback from your child's current school. Please forward the HLS School Form via our admissions platform FinalSite Enrollment to your child's current school director or teacher. These supporting materials are due on January 12, 2024.

  • The cost of an independent school should not prohibit a qualified student from obtaining a strong education. If you are interested in applying for Financial Assistance, please do so during the application process by January 5, 2024. Financial assistance awards are based upon clearly demonstrated need. Further information is available on TADS.

Meet Yvette Lopez

A dedicated HLS Parent, Yvette loves Hudson Lab School for both her children. She was such a fan that she joined our admissions team to share her passion with other families.

Hudson Lab School admits students of any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. HLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

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