Our Application and Admissions Process
In order to familiarize yourself with our application process, please review the Steps in the Admissions Process and our Admissions Policies below. Please call our office to make an appointment with our Principal, talk with administrators and teachers, and hear their vision for building up the next generation of Christian leaders. You are also invited to visit one of our Open Houses (see dates and times at right). Finally, please download and complete the Application for Admission and appropriate Forms.
Office Phone: (847) 548-6209

E-mail: [email protected]

Steps in the Admissions Process
  1. Prior to formally applying you are welcome to tour the school, make an appointment to discuss school programs, etc. Depending on the calendar, the applicant may be invited to "shadow" (spend a day with us in the classroom).
  2. To initiate the formal process complete the Application for Admission and return it to the school office along with the appropriate Forms and documentation, and a nonrefundable application fee of $25.00. Applications will be processed only after all forms are returned.
  3. The Application will be reviewed and qualified applicants and parents will be scheduled for an interview. A final decision regarding admission will be made after the interview and the prospective family will be notified as soon as possible.
  4. Upon acceptance, a $250 registration fee will be due for the first child, and $100 for each child thereafter.
  5. Since the academic standards at Westlake Christian Academy may be higher than those of other institutions, an achievement test may be given to new students to determine an appropriate grade level placement. The school does not want to place undue stress on students who possibly would find the work too difficult due to improper grade placement.
Please call the Office at (847) 548-6209, if you have any questions.
Admissions Policies
The Board of Trustees has established the following guidelines for admissions to Westlake Christian Academy.
  1. The Administration is given the authority to admit qualified students to WCA.
  2. The processing of applications cannot be started without the receipt of all required application forms and fees.
  3. One or both parents must subscribe to the policies, procedures, philosophy, standards, and statement of faith of Westlake Christian Academy as outlined in admissions materials & the parent/student handbook.
  4. Normally, a student may not be accepted who:
    • has educational or emotional needs beyond our ability to meet those needs.
    • has been arrested.
    • has used drugs.
    • smokes or has used tobacco for any period of time.
    • has been dismissed or expelled from another educational institution.
    • has run away from home.
    • has not had at least the previous semester in good standing.
  5. Children applying for the two-day Pre-School program must be 3 years of age by September 1, and 4 years of age by September 1 for the three-day Pre-K program. Children applying for admission to Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before September 1. Any child applying for First grade must be 6 years of age on or before September 1.
  6. Westlake Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
Applications and Forms
2013 Open House Series: Meet Westlake!

Thursday, March 7, at 7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 19, at 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Student visatation for the school day is possible with advance registration.

Thursday, April 11, at 7:00 PM

Tuesday, April 23, at 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM
Student visatation for the school day is possible with advance registration.

Tuesday, May 14, at 7:00 PM

Thursday, June 6, at 7:00 PM

Tuesday, June 18, at 7:00 PM

Tuesday, July 9, at 7:00 PM

Thursday, July 25, at 7:00 PM

Tuesday, August 6, at 7:00 PM

WCA offers a complete preschool through 12th grade educational program. Families who are interested in a quality Christian education are encouraged to attend a "Meet Westlake" open house. Visit Westlake, hear from members of the administration team, tour our facility, and ask questions. Separate presentations are given for the elementary/preschool and the secondary school programs. We look forward to meeting you!

RSVP 847-548-6209 ext. 0 or e-mail: [email protected]

275 S. Lake Street, Grayslake, IL 60030

WCA welcomes students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin!