Elementary School Admissions

Valley Catholic Elementary School provides an academically rich faith-filled learning environment, creating a Catholic values-based education. We are a joyous faith community building a personal relationship with God by focusing on prayer, service, and love for all of God’s creation. Recognizing the family as the primary educator, we form a partnership to educate the whole child; spiritually, intellectually, culturally, socially, emotionally and physically. While discovering our strengths and talents, we respect the dignity and diversity of each other. We maintain high academic and social standards, preparing students for lifelong learning, leadership and service in their community, country and world.

Apply for the 2024-25 school year

A completed application package includes:

  • An application via SchoolAdmin online
  • Parent Questionnaire
  • Teacher Recommendation
  • Birth certificate
  • Application fee
  • Parish verification form if applicable
  • Report Card or Test Scores (for grades 1-5)
  • Records of special services your child is receiving or has received if applicable
  • Competed school visit for grades 1-5 and readiness assessment for kindergarten (to be scheduled by the school)

Additional Information

2024-25 Admissions Timeline

Oct. 29 | VCES Open House | Noon-2 p.m.

There will be a welcome address by Dr. Ayesiga, VCES Principal from Noon-12:15 p.m. in the VCES Cafeteria.

Kindergarten overview will be from 12:15-12:45 p.m. in the VCES Cafeteria.

Oct. 30 | Applications available online

Jan. 12 | Application and Financial Aid deadline

Late February | Admission letters sent via email

Tuition and Financial Aid

The 2024-25 tuition for Valley Catholic Elementary School is $10,780 for the first child. A multiple child discount is available, reducing $250 for each additional sibling in grades K-12.  At the time of registration, new Valley Catholic Elementary School families with students in grades K-5 pay $1,400 to guarantee their child’s place in the class ($400 registration fee and $1,000 tuition deposit) both are non-refundable. Financial aid is available. Please note that, in grades K-5, we do not board or host students traveling here to study.

Financial Aid | We use the tuition management company “FACTS” to process financial aid.

Tuition covers approximately 80% of the actual cost of a VCS education. Visit A Valiant Partnership to learn how tax deductible, charitable donations help keep tuition rates as affordable as possible.

Non-discrimination Policy

Valley Catholic School is committed to pro­viding an educational environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, or any other status protected under applicable federal or state laws in the administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships, financial aid programs, athletic programs or other school-administered programs.