Welcome

Thank you for your interest in Tatnall's Lower School! We are proud to provide an exceptional educational experience for students in grades 1-5. Tatnall's Lower School is a place of exploration, self-discovery, innovation, and active learning. Students grow in their abilities as independent learners and are supported as they become accomplished readers, writers, scientists, musicians, and mathematicians. With our innovative curriculum, experiential learning opportunities, and character development, our students are well rounded young scholars.

Lower School Application Process

The Tatnall School considers applications for admission on a rolling basis. Beginning in December 2022, once a family completes the application process, the Committee will review all materials, including Financial Aid applications (if applicable), and communicate the admission and financial aid decision. The first round of admissions decisions will be issued in January. The decision package will include information regarding the time frame for family response to secure students' enrollment. 

In addition, please keep in mind that the majority of admission decisions occur in January and February. It is recommended that all admission application materials and Financial Aid applications for prospective students be completed by February 1, 2023; however, we continue to work on rolling admissions basis after this date.

Please find below the admissions process. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Enrollment at 302-892-4285.


List of 3 items.

  • Inquire

    To begin the application process, please complete an online inquiry by clicking here. The inquiry allows us to get to know your child and family better.

    The Office of Enrollment will follow up with you within two business days and include you in a weekly Admissions newsletter to keep you informed about Tatnall and the application process.

  • Apply

    Tatnall's application process requires a completed online application, current school records, a teacher recommendation and on campus visit/assessment. To apply now, click here.

    The record's release will become available to you upon submitting your child's application. Once available, we ask that you submit these forms directly to your child's school. They will be able to electronically submit them to your child's portal.

    Student Visit & Assessment
    Once applied, candidates will be able to register for a student visit and assessment. The option to schedule this Hornet for a Day visit will be available in your parent portal checklist. These visits will begin on November 2nd and be offered through May.

  • Visit Tatnall

    Early Childhood & Lower School Tour and Learn
    Thursday, October 20 from 8:30 - 9:45 a.m.
    We welcome early childhood and lower school prospective families (PK3 - Grade 5) to join us for a mini open house where you will be able to tour our campus and connect with current faculty and parents.
    Click here to register now.

    Lower, Middle, and Upper School Open House
    Saturday, November 5
    Lower School: 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
    Middle and Upper: 10:00 a.m. - noon
    We welcome and encourage families to join us for the Lower, Middle, and Upper School Open House (Grades 1-12) on Saturday, November 5. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet our administration, faculty, staff, and current families. 

    We welcome you to stay and enjoy our community in action through other campus events, including;
    • Women in Sports for girls ages 5-13 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
    • Cannon Football game at noon.
    • Playbill production, "Little Shop of Horrors" at 7:00 p.m.
    Click here to register now.

    Lower School Parent Tours
    We invite interested families to join us for a tour of Tatnall's Lower School. Please click here to schedule your tour. You are also welcome to email admissions@tatnall.org or call (302) 892-4285.

The Tatnall School

1501 Barley Mill Road
Wilmington, DE 19807
(302) 998-2292
The Tatnall School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school for students in PK3 through Grade 12 located in Wilmington, Delaware.