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TUITION & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The investment in these early years is foundational in developing how children perceive learning going forward. Our roots trace back to a humble beginning as a small cottage where community members served hot meals and offered childcare to children of working families. Today, that history fuels our commitment to nurturing a diverse student community of differing socioeconomic backgrounds and ensuring that every child has access to an excellent education.

Our financial assistance program and payment options are designed to support your investment in your child’s journey.

2023-2024 TUITION AND FEES

Preschool (ages two to three)

  • 5 Full Days: $24,340
  • 5 Half Days: $19,710
  • 3 Full Days: $19,710
  • 3 Half Days: $15,810

PAYMENT PLANS

  • Single Payment: Due in July
  • Monthly Payment Plan: 10 monthly payments from July through April

Pre-K and Elementary

  • Pre-K: $25,640
  • Kindergarten through Grade 2: $27,590
  • Grades 3 through 5: $28,320
  • Grade 6: $28,790

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Gillispie uses the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need, considering factors shared in the application, such as assets, income, expenses and debt, cost of living, family size, and whether there are siblings in tuition-charging schools.

Step 1 – Submit the Clarity Application.

  • This typically takes less than 30 minutes and is also mobile-friendly! You can save your progress and return at any time.
  • There is a $60 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity application for no additional charge. If this poses a financial challenge, please contact [email protected].

Step 2 – Upload supplemental financial documents to Clarity.

  • You will be notified by email if further documentation is needed.
  • To upload additional financial documentation, return to your Clarity dashboard after you’ve submitted the Clarity application.

Financial Assistance is awarded based on demonstrated need. Families who anticipate needing assistance with tuition should apply when they first submit an admissions application to Gillispie.

IMPORTANT DEADLINES

  • December 6, 2023: Deadline to submit applications and supplemental financial documents (Returning Students)
  • February 1, 2024: Deadline to submit applications and supplemental financial documents (All New Applicants)
  • April 17, 2024: Deadline to submit 2023 tax returns

If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at [email protected] or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.

ABOUT GILLISPIE:
Gillispie School is a San Diego independent school located in downtown La Jolla enrolling students from age two through Grade Six. Our mission is to provide educational excellence while serving as a springboard for children’s love of learning, creativity, and readiness for the future.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Gillispie School does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, financial aid determination, or admission and employment practices based on sex/gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, or any other legally protected class.

Contact Gillispie

1-858-459-3773

7380 Girard Avenue, La Jolla

[email protected]

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