How to Apply to Valley Charter Schools TK–8

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Start Your Journey at Valley Charter Schools

We are currently accepting TK–8th grade applications for the 2026–27 school year!

The pre-lottery application window closed on February 12, 2026.
Lottery priorities will only apply to applications received on or before February 12, 2026. This includes sibling priority. All current VCS families with incoming 26-27 siblings MUST apply on or before February 12, 2026 in order to receive the sibling priority. Learn more about lottery priorities here.
All applications received after that date are considered post-lottery and will be waitlisted in the order they are received.

Apply here for the 2026-27 school year.

Why Families Choose Valley Charter

"Valley Charter has been transformative for our daughter. She joined from another school, where she was testing at an average level and wasn’t particularly excited about learning. Since starting at Valley Charter, her enthusiasm for school has skyrocketed, and she is now testing well above the average for LAUSD students. The engaging curriculum and dedicated teachers have truly made a difference."

-Rikke Christensen, VCS Parent

Application Process: Step-by-Step

Visit our application platform on SchoolMint.
Create an account (or log in if you already have one). Select “Create an Account” and follow the simple steps provided.
Be sure to select the correct school year (e.g., 2025–26 or 2026–27).
Submit your application and check your email for confirmation.

School Tours: Come Visit Us!

We encourage all prospective families to visit our campuses. Meeting staff and seeing classrooms in action is the best way to get a feel for our community. Sign up for a school tour here.

Want to Learn More About Valley Charter Schools But Not Ready to Apply?

If you're interested in our TK–8 program but not quite ready to apply or tour, we invite you to share your contact information here. A member of our staff will be in touch.

Understanding the Lottery Process

Learn more about the lottery process and priorities.

Questions about the Enrollment Process at Valley Charter Schools?

Please call the school office or email [email protected].

Please note: Valley Charter Schools does not discourage enrollment for any of these reasons: low academic achievement, economic disadvantaged status, English non-proficiency, ethnicity, foster youth status, homelessness, nationality, neglect or delinquency, race, sexual orientation, disabilities. Additionally, Valley Charter Schools does not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, or immigration status. We will not request records or require records to be submitted prior to enrollment or encourage disenrollment for any reason. If you have questions or concerns about this policy you can contact Carolyn Yaffe, VCS Executive Director, or file a complaint with VCS' authorizer.

Stay Informed!

Join the VCS mailing list to receive more information about the school as well as updates about events and timelines for the enrollment cycle.