From Here, To Anywhere!

In 2015 we began surveying the admissions offices at the high schools who have received the largest numbers of St. Anne’s graduates. The following response comes from one of the most selective high schools in Delaware, where an admissions officer reports that,

"St. Anne's graduates are among our best-prepared, most successful, and -- especially -- most ready to support and advance good school culture."

That sort of feedback is a wonderful affirmation of the mission and program at St. Anne’s captured in our phrase "Open Hearts. Open Minds."

7th Grade

Each spring, our middle schoolers and their parents are invited to the High School Fair, where they can connect with admissions officers from public, charter, independent day, and boarding schools. Seventh graders also have the opportunity to meet boarding school admission directors, gaining valuable insights into the high school application process. Topics covered include expectations for Open Houses, making a good impression with admission directors, the importance of detailed applications, mock interview practice, and navigating a "shadow day." Additionally, during the summer between 7th and 8th grade, students and their parent(s)/guardian(s) are encouraged to meet with the Head of Middle School to prepare for the upcoming high school admission process.

8th Grade

In eighth grade fall, our middle school head outlines the placement process and addresses student queries. Advisors or the Head of Middle School assist students in preparing for admission interviews.

At Back to School Night in late September, the Head of School and Middle School Head brief eighth grade parents/guardians on the process. In early November, local school admission directors participate in a panel at St. Anne's, exposing seventh and eighth graders to different school types. Eighth graders engage with two or more admissions representatives to ask questions.

Students are urged to visit their prospective high schools, with parents invited to consult the Head of School or Middle School Head about school choices anytime during the selection process.

A SAMPLING OF SCHOOLS THAT HAVE ACCEPTED SAES STUDENTS

Secondary Schools

Where our 16 years of graduates have chosen to attend high school: (as of June 2022)

Colleges & Universities

A sample of where our alumni have chosen to attend during the past nine years: