I WANT TO APPLY FOR THE QUARRY LANE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY. – WHAT SHOULD I DO, NOW?
Please submit ONLINE application along with the required documents as soon as possible.
WHAT IS YOUR APPLICATION DEADLINE? DO YOU ACCEPT STUDENTS FOR SPRING SEMESTER?
Our Priority Application Deadline is February 1. We do not accept students in the Spring.
HOW DO YOU DECIDE STUDENTS’ GRADE LEVEL PLACEMENT?
Transcripts and teacher recommendations along with a standardized test scores are the essential parts of grade level placement. Full English proficiency is also expected in order to maintain the expectations of our accelerated curriculum. We do not typically suggest repeating a grade level. Please note, upon enrollment in the school additional placement testing may be required.
DO I NEED TO TAKE A TOEFL TEST TO BE ACCEPTED INTO THE QUARRY LANE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY?
English proficiency is an important factor in the application process for international students. Applicants should be nearly proficient in English in order to successful in our rigorous program. A TOEFL score of 95-113 or Duolingo score of 115-135 will be required for students applying to our Upper School. TOEFL Designated Institution Code: 3746
DO YOU OFFER ESL PROGRAM?
No. The Quarry Lane International Academy does not offer English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Students will need to have a solid foundation in English writing, speaking and literature. The expectation for admission will be the same as our local students applying to our prodigious program.
DOES THE QUARRY LANE SCHOOL HAVE BOARDING?
No. International students stay with host families. Parents/guardians are responsible for arranging accommodation for their students.
I HAVE A FAMILY FRIEND/RELATIVE WHO LIVES CLOSE TO THE SCHOOL. CAN I LIVE WITH THEM?
Yes, as long as we receive an authorization letter which confirms an adult supervision at home from the student’s parents. For further questions, please contact International Admissions.
DO I NEED A GUARDIAN?
Yes. All international students MUST have a legal guardian who is either a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Guardians must provide up-to-date contact information and inform the school if and when, guardianship is discontinued. If guardianship changes, parents are responsible for notifying the school, and must fill out a form that must be signed, notarized, and mailed to Quarry Lane School.
WHAT IS THE VISA PROCESS?
The Quarry Lane School is authorized under Federal Law to enroll nonimmigrant students. The Quarry Lane School can issue the necessary documents to apply for a student F1-Visa. Please visit 'Apply for a Student Visa' for further information.
WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE A VALID I-20 & F-1?
An international student with a F-1 visa from another US School is referred as a “TRANSFER” student. Fees are the same. The student must finish all documents and submit fees before the previous school is asked to transfer the I-20 to the Quarry Lane School.
DO I NEED A HEALTH INSURANCE? HOW SHOULD I GO ABOUT GETTING HEALTH INSURANCE?
Yes. All the international students HAVE TO obtain international student health insurance. The students have to purchase a basic coverage health insurance plan prior to arrival. The parents are free to choose their own company.
WHAT HEALTH INFORMATION IS REQUIRED FOR ENROLLMENT IN THE SCHOOL?
Yes. Students will be required to submit the health examination report document and immunization records up to date according the requirement for the State of California and Quarry Lane School, prior to starting classes at Quarry Lane School.
HOW CAN WE SEE OUR STUDENT’S HOMEWORK, TESTS AND GRADES?
QLS has a program called "Plus Portals" available to parents and guardians to monitor their student’s academic progress. Plus Portals can be accessed on-line to see student’s grades and email teachers.
