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Curtis School sits on 27 acres of gentle hills and grassy playing fields on Mulholland Drive in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Admissions Events
We welcome you to learn more about Curtis School and we are eager to share what makes Curtis School such an exceptional school and special place for our students and families. Families will have a number of opportunities to visit campus and learn more:
Applications for the 2023-24 school year are now available. After submitting an application, parents/guardians will be able to schedule an individual campus tour and parent conversation and sign up for a Morning with Meera.
- Open House Evenings - Our Open Houses are designed to provide families with information about our Mission, programs, and community. Please join us for one of our Open Houses this fall from 6:30 - 8:00 pm on the Curtis Campus. Registration is required - please follow this link to select your Open House date.
October 12 (DK & Kindergarten)
November 9 (DK & Kindergarten)
December 7 (DK - 6th Grade)
- Mornings with Meera - Spend a morning getting to know our Head of School, Dr. Ratnesar, as she shares her story and vision for Curtis School. This event is for applicant families only.
Applications for the 2023-24 school year are now available. After submitting an application, parents/guardians will be able to schedule an individual campus tour and parent conversation and sign up for a Morning with Meera.
Optional Community Events
California Dreamin' Curtis Fair - October 9, 2022
Prospective families are welcome to join us at our annual Curtis Fair! This event will be held on the Curtis School campus from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and will feature food, games, and entertainment for the whole family (tickets and wristbands available for purchase).
Family Fun Day
All families with preschool-aged children are welcome to join us for a fun-filled morning showcasing the exciting activities and programs available to Curtis students.
Prospective families are welcome to join us at our annual Curtis Fair! This event will be held on the Curtis School campus from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and will feature food, games, and entertainment for the whole family (tickets and wristbands available for purchase).
Family Fun Day
All families with preschool-aged children are welcome to join us for a fun-filled morning showcasing the exciting activities and programs available to Curtis students.
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Lower Elementary
- After submitting an application for Developmental Kindergarten - 2nd Grade, please email the Admissions Office at admissions@curtisschool.org to schedule a campus tour and conversation with a member of the Admissions Team.
- Campus tours and parent conversations are conducted between September and February.
- All Development Kindergarten - 2nd Grade applicants will be scheduled for a classroom visit in January 2023.
For additional information, please contact the Admissions Office.
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Upper Elementary
- After submitting an application for 3rd - 6th Grade please email the Admissions Office at admissions@curtisschool.org to schedule a campus tour and conversation with a member of the Admissions Team.
- Campus tours and parent conversations are conducted between September and February.
- All 3rd - 6th Grade applicants will be invited to spend a morning at Curtis in January.
For additional information, please contact the Admissions Office.
Location
Click on the pointer on the map to customize directions to Curtis School in Google Maps, or follow these directions from the 405 Freeway.
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Directions from the 405 Fwy South (I-405; San Diego Fwy South/Santa Monica)
- Exit at Sepulveda/Skirball Center Drive, staying in the right lane on the offramp
- Turn right onto Sepulveda Blvd.
- Turn right onto Skirball Center Drive at the first signal and cross over the freeway on the Skirball Bridge
- Follow Skirball Center Drive as it curves left and straightens out, deadending at Mulholland Drive
- Turn left onto Mulholland Drive and cross the Mulholland Bridge
- Turn right at Walt Disney Drive (this is the first paved road/entrance on the right after you cross the bridge)
- Check in at the security kiosk for parking instructions
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Directions from the 405 Fwy North (I-405; San Diego Fwy North/Sacramento)
- Exit at Skirball Center Dr/Mulholland (Exit 61), staying in the left lane on the offramp
- Turn left onto Skirball Center Drive and continue to the end of the street where it deadends at Mulholland Drive
- Turn left onto Mulholland Drive and cross the Mulholland Bridge
- Turn right onto Walt Disney Drive (this is the first paved road/entrance on the right after you cross the bridge)
- Check in at the security kiosk for parking instructions
