Admissions Process

We’re here to walk with you every step of the way. From your first visit at one of our campuses, to drop off on the first day of school.

Our admissions process is thorough yet streamlined to ensure a strong match between each student and our supportive, whole-child approach to learning. We will get to know your child, walk you through our process and answer any questions or concerns you may have. Let us show you the JB Way.

Before You Begin

View our eligibility checklist to see if JB is a good match for your child. JB students meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Checklist ✓

Has an Ohio IEP and ETR or AEP/Autism diagnosis OR an AEP and Autism diagnosis

An Evaluation Team Report (ETR) is the documents that identify that the child qualifies for special education and the Individual Education Plan (IEP) outlines the child's strengths, needs, goals and special education services needed. Both of these are created by the public school district of residence.
An Autism Education Program (AEP) is also produced by the public school district. It is a document that outlines services for a child with an autism diagnosis who may not qualify for an Individualized Education Program (IEP). An AEP is accompanied by a medical diagnosis of Autism from a licensed physician.

Has mild-to-moderate learning and social differences

Our range of needs include but are not limited to:

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Anxiety
Mild-to-moderate Autism
Developmental Delays
Dyslexia/Dysgraphia/Dyscalculia
Language Delays
Executive Functioning Deficits

Age requirements and grade offerings

Begindergarten - five (5) years of age by Sept. 30
Kindergarten - five (5) years of age by Aug. 1
Julie Billiart Schools currently offers enrollment in grades kindergarten/Begindergarten through eighth.

Developmental milestones

Can verbally communicate wants and needs
Operates at a high level of independence
Keeps themselves and others safe

If you meet the above criteria, you're ready for the next step!

Step 1: Explore Our Schools

Learn about our campuses and check out our curriculum. You can also request more information about Julie Billiart Schools, here.

Attend an Admission Info Session
Meeting our faculty and staff, chatting with our Principals, and touring our sensory-friendly classrooms helps parents see the true value in a JB education. We host Admissions Info Sessions throughout the school year and we encourage parents and caregivers to attend. The information presented at all sessions is the same regardless of which campus you attend. JB is proud to offer the same supports and services at all of our campuses.

Step 2: Submit an Online Application

Applying to JB is quick and easy using our free online application. You will need your child’s birth certificate, IEP/ETR or AEP/Medical Diagnosis.

In the application, you will be asked to upload your child’s full IEP and ETR. Your application cannot be reviewed without the IEP and ETR. If you do not have these items, or if your IEP or ETR are out of date, please email admissions@jbschool.org or call 216.716.8318.

Once your application is submitted in its entirety, we will schedule a review call with you.

Start Your Application

Resume Your Application

Step 3: Attend a Screening Activity

The screening activity is a required part of the application process and will be scheduled during your Application Review Call. Screenings take place monthly (Sept. through May) at designated campuses. Our Screen Team will explore your child's academic and social abilities through developmentally-appropriate tasks to better understand their current skill set and strategies.

Step 4: Receive Admissions Determination

On average, Julie Billiart Schools will notify you of the admissions determination within two weeks of the Screening Activity.

YES - We have an immediate opening.

YES - Waitlisted at a preferred campus. We may have an immediate seat at another campus.

NO - We do not have the proper services to set your child up to succeed.

Step 5: Apply for Scholarship & Financial Aid

All families are eligible to apply for financial assistance. After your child has been offered enrollment to Julie Billiart Schools, you will receive the financial aid application. Assistance is on a first-come, first-served basis and is need-based.

Tuition & Financial Aid