OLSS Application
If you are looking to transfer in the 2026-2027 year or apply as a new student for the 2027-2028 school year, please apply here via the FACTS platform!
OLSS Admissions FAQ
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Families interested in learning more about OLSS are encouraged to contact the School Office (office@olsss.org), submit our Request for Information form, or schedule a school tour. We would be happy to help you learn more about our school community and the admissions process.
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Families must complete an Application for Admission through FACTS:
https://olss-md.client.renweb.com/oa/?memberId=18382
Our FACTS District Code is OLSS-MD.
The application fee is $150 per family. The fee is non-refundable unless space is not available in the requested class.
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Children entering PK3 must be three years old by September 1 of the school year.
Children entering PK4 must be four years old by September 1 of the school year.
Students should be ready for a classroom environment and must be fully potty-trained and able to use the bathroom independently.
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Children entering Kindergarten must be five years old by September 1 of the school year and ready for a classroom environment.
Kindergarten applicants also complete a Kindergarten Readiness Assessment administered by the OLSS Kindergarten teacher.
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Families applying for Grades 1–8 should provide:
The student's most recent report card
The student's most recent standardized test scores
Any current IEP, 504 Plan, or CAP, if applicable
Applicants will also complete reading and math assessments at OLSS to assist with appropriate grade-level placement.
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Yes. We serve children with a variety of learning needs. To learn more about how OLSS can provide services for your student’s specific needs, please contact us at office@olsss.org.
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Families will receive an admissions decision after the Application for Admission has been submitted and the required screening, readiness assessment, or academic assessments have been completed.
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No. OLSS welcomes families of other religious denominations. Nonetheless, as a Catholic school, our faith is an integral part of the school day, curriculum, and community life.
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Yes. During the school year, prospective students may participate in a Shadow Day after their parents have toured the school and submitted an Application for Admission.
A Shadow Day gives the student an opportunity to experience the classroom, meet teachers and students, and ask questions about OLSS.
Please contact the school to arrange a Shadow Day.
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Our Lady Star of the Sea School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students of the school.
OLSS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, athletic programs, or other school-administered programs.
The Archdiocese of Washington's Admissions and Non-Discrimination Policy is also available through the Catholic Schools Office.
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Yes. New students are subject to a 90-day probationary period. During this time, the school evaluates the student's overall adjustment and success, including attendance, behavior, completion of assignments, adherence to school expectations, and cooperation with teachers and staff.
The purpose of this period is to ensure that OLSS is an appropriate placement for the student and that the student is able to succeed within the school community.
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When space is limited, admissions priority is generally given in the following order:
Children of active, contributing parishioners of Our Lady Star of the Sea or St. John Vianney parishes
Siblings of current OLSS students
Children of families who are contributing members of another Catholic parish
Children of Catholic families who are not currently contributing members of a parish
Children of families belonging to another religious denomination
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Families are welcome to contact the School Office with any admissions questions.
Email: office@olsss.org
You may also complete our Request for Information Form to begin the conversation with our school.