Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the school located?
The Clariden School is located in Southlake, Texas, which is in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan area. For a map, please click here.
We proudly serve the communities of Argyle, Bartonville, Colleyville, Coppell, Corinth, Decatur, Double Oak, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Grapevine, Haslet, Justin, Keller, Lantana, North Richland Hills, Paradise, Roanoke, Saginaw, Southlake, Trophy Club, Van Alstyne, and Westlake.
- How do I request information?
Please click here to go to the "Request Information" form.
- What is the admissions process?
- Completed Application & Records: Complete the application in full and return it with a $100.00 application fee made to The Clariden School. Please include a recent photograph of your child. Students who have attended other programs must include all student records. If your child is applying for the Elementary, Middle School, or High School programs, please have the recommendation letters filled out by their previous or current teachers. The application will not be processed until all records are received by the school office.
- Tour / Observation: Prior to the prospective student's interview, interested parents may make an appointment to tour the school and observe a class in session.
- Interview: An interview with the prospective student is required. These generally take up to 1 hour for Elementary, Middle & High School and about
- What are the current tuition rates?
- Tuition Rates for 2008-2009:
- Casa Program (Half Day): $6,450
- Primary: $8,400
- Elementary: $8,400 (plus activity & trip fees @ $250 (lower) to $750 (upper)
- Middle/High School: $10,000 (plus activity, trip, and textbook fees @ $1200)
- A one-time $1,000 Capital levy fee per family is due upon registration.
- An initial tuition payment of $1000 per student is due within two weeks of acceptance along with the completed and signed contract.
- The balance is due in March & June, or ten installments from March through December (add 4.3% for service charge & tuition insurance).
- Tuition is a commitment for the full school year, as stated in the Student Contract. The contract is legal and binding; no refunds are given. Parents may purchase a tuition insurance policy through the school.
- Tuition Rates for 2008-2009:
- Is child care available?
Clariden offers extended care for its lower school students. Care is available for half-day (Casa program) from 11:30 and for all lower school students from 3:30 until 6:00. Additional fees apply.
- What are the after school activities / extracurricular activities available?
Clariden offers several after school programs each semester. Examples of past offerings include Mad Science, Soccer, Golf, Chess Club, Garden Club, Book Club, and private musical instruction. Specific availability is subject to change. Class schedules and fees will be made available at the beginning of each semester.
Upper School students also have the opportunity to participate in Theatre, Student Council, Yearbook, Band, Choir, and National Honor Society.
Clariden offers a competitive athletics program for grades 7-12 including cross country, track and field, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and cheerleading. At the Upper Elementary level (grades 4-6), current teams include coed soccer and boys basketball. There is no fee to participate in athletics. Students may be required to provide their own uniforms and/or supplies.Clariden's philosophy on sports is one of inclusiveness and sportsmanship. There are no try-outs for teams. All interested students are encouraged to participate regardless of skill level, and are supported by both coaches and team mates. Our emphasis is on skill development, collaboration, and integrity. The goal is not to be the best, but to give your all.
- How do the parents get involved?
- The Clariden School has a parent organization called the CPO – Clariden Parent Organization that is very involved in the school community. Some of the activities and events they are responsible for include the Annual Fundraiser Dinner and Auction, teacher appreciation luncheon, after school programs, family picnic, class celebrations, and family dinner dance.
- What are the age levels and programs offered at The Clariden School?
- The Clariden School offers programs for students 3 years old through high school. Our Lower School program is an Association Montessori International program serving students 3 through 12 years of age. The Casa program is a half-day program for children 3 – 5 years old, Primary is a full day program for students 5-6 years old, Lower Elementary has students 6-9 years of age, and Upper Elementary students are between 9 and 12 years old.
The Upper School program has more traditional elements such as textbooks and class schedules and consists of a middle school program for 7th and 8th graders and a 4 year high school program.
- What time do classes start and end?
- Casa: 8:00AM - 11:30AM
- Primary: 8:00AM - 3:00PM
- Lower Elementary: 8:00AM - 3:30PM
- Upper Elementary: 8:00AM-3:30PM
- Upper School: 8:10-3:45pm
The following are the start and end times for each program:
- What accreditations does Clariden hold?
- The Clariden School is accredited by the Texas Association of Accredited Private School – TAAPS. The Clariden School Lower School program is also accredited by Association Montessori International. Each of these organizations hold consultation visits every three years. Clariden has also recently joined an intramural association for private school that will allow the school to participate in athletic and fine arts competitions as a 1A.
- How long has Clariden been in Southlake?
- The Clariden School was established in 1986 in Dallas and moved to Southlake in 1993. In 2001 the school was given 23 acres of land across from Southlake’s Bob Jones Park and in August of 2002 The Clariden School moved to its new campus.
- Is there lunch service?
- Yes. We have a different restaurant cater lunch for students each day. It is an optional program and students can choose which days they want to order. Students signup at the beginning of each semester. There is a two week trial period, where students can modify, add, or cancel orders. The schedule is:
- Monday - Joe's Pizza and Pasta (Pizza)
- Tuesday – Jason's Deli
- Wednesday – Joe’s Pizza and Pasta (Spaghetti)
- Thursday – Baja Mexican Grill
- Friday – Chick-Fil-A
- Who manages this website?
- Our website is managed by our IT Manager, Alan Garrison. Please feel free to contact him with any comments, suggestions, or questions about the website. We are constantly trying to improve our website, and always appreciate suggestions for improvement. Mr. Garrison's email address is available on the Faculty page.
This webpage design was created in part by the Fall 2006 Upper School HTML Webpage Design & Programming class students. Upper School technology students assist us with website redesign work and updating.