Admissions

Why choose Grymes for your child’s education? Every family answers this question differently, but the common theme is this: children thrive here.

Our hope for your family is to find a school that you trust, love, and enjoy partnering with as your children grow. This is what parents find at Grymes. It is a place where young children first learn to love school; where lower schoolers grow their academic and social skills under the guidance of gifted teachers; and where upper schoolers stretch their intellectual, artistic, and athletic abilities in preparation for the next step in their educational journey.

Grymes Memorial School actively seeks young students with academic promise and a range of talents, skills and interests, and it is our greatest wish that no child walks away from a Grymes education for reason of cost. Our Tuition Assistance Program enables us to make a Grymes education more affordable for currently enrolled and incoming families who demonstrate need. To learn more about tuition and affordability, please click here.

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MEET OUR DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS

Angie Olds

As a parent visiting the school, one of the first things that struck me about Grymes was the warm reception from the faculty I met, but also from the students. As I explored, I noticed right away how many students greeted me warmly and every classroom seemed brimming with students genuinely happy to be in the classroom and learning in an active, engaging way.

Now as the Admissions Director, I have taken parents on countless tours of the school and I love to see that same surprise as they are greeted along the way by smiling students in the hallways and classrooms. Parents often mention the very same thing that made such a lasting impression on me several years ago during my own campus tour.

As a parent visiting the school, one of the first things that struck me about Grymes was the warm reception from the faculty I met, but also from the students. As I explored, I noticed right away how many students greeted me warmly and every classroom seemed brimming with students genuinely happy to be in the classroom and learning in an active, engaging way.

Now as the Admissions Director, I have taken parents on countless tours of the school and I love to see that same surprise as they are greeted along the way by smiling students in the hallways and classrooms. Parents often mention the very same thing that made such a lasting impression on me several years ago during my own campus tour.

The best way to learn more about Grymes is to join us for a tour and see the school in action! Grymes is a very warm and welcoming community and I would love to introduce you to the school.

Admission to Grymes typically follows a few steps, and I am happy to be your guide throughout the process. From inquiry to application, all of the materials you need are below for your convenience. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or to schedule a tour. I look forward to welcoming you to Grymes!

Angie Olds

HOW TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD

Our admissions team will guide you through the enrollment process to make each step as convenient and worry-free as possible. Any questions along the way? Call 540-672-1010. We’re happy to help!

Step 1

GET IN TOUCH

Have a question? We have an answer. Our Admissions team can’t wait to help you explore Grymes Memorial School. Click the link below to get started.

Step 2

TOUR THE SCHOOL

The best way to get to know Grymes is to watch the magic in action with a visit to our campus. Tours can be scheduled at your convenience.

Step 3

APPLY ONLINE

Our online application takes only about 10-15 minutes to complete. This would be a great time to begin the Tuition Assistance application online as well.

Step 4

PLAN A VISIT

After you submit an online application, we invite your child to join us for a “day in the life” of a Grymes student. Students in grades 1-7 are encouraged to join us for two days. Student assessments will be completed during this visit.

Step 5

REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS & RECOMMENDATIONS

Forms may be submitted to your child’s current school via email, mail, or in person. The school will send records and sealed recommendations to our Admissions team. These are required for the final review and decision.

Step 6

ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE REVIEW & DECISION

The Review Committee will review the student files from all steps above and reach out to you with a decision. We will guide you through each step and answer questions along the way.

If you are looking for a joyful, challenging, and loving school, characterized by small classes, rigorous academics, broad extracurriculars, and a commitment to developing young people of character, we urge you to contact us to learn more about the Grymes community. We are eager to meet you!