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How to Get Into North Broward Preparatory School – Boca Raton & South Florida Admissions Guide


Why Choose North Broward Prep (NBPS)?

North Broward Preparatory School, part of Nord Anglia Education, is a highly regarded independent day & boarding school offering Pre‑K through Grade 12 in Coconut Creek, serving the Boca Raton and South Florida region. With around 1,600 students, small average class sizes (~18), a 11:1 student–teacher ratio, and international accreditation, NBPS delivers academic excellence through a rigorous college-prep curriculum enriched with collaborations with institutions like MIT, Juilliard, and UNICEF. 


Admissions Timeline & Key Steps


Step 1: Inquiry & Campus Visit

Submit an online inquiry to access admissions and schedule a campus tour or virtual visit. 


Step 2: Begin Application (Opens September 2)

Applications open each year on September 2. Families can apply online (via Ravenna or SAO) and receive personalized guidance from the admissions team


Step 3: Submit Upper School Supplement & Supporting Documents

For Grades 6–12, complete the Upper School Supplement, upload transcripts (including the most recent mid‑year grades), proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), standardized test scores, student statement, and recommendation forms (teacher and head-of-school).


Step 4: Entrance Testing Requirements

  • Grade 9 applicants: SSAT is required (school code 5385).

  • Grades 10–12: Submit SSAT, PSAT, ACT, FSA, or related scores.

  • Lower & Middle School: Upload existing standardized test scores; some grades use an in-school assessment. 


Step 5: Review & Decision (Priority by Jan 15 / Decisions Feb 15)

Day admissions follow a priority deadline of January 15 with decisions sent by February 15. Rolling decisions apply after that if seats remain. 


Step 6: Boarding Applications (Grades 6–12)

Boarding applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Submit additional forms, participate in a virtual interview with the Boarding Admissions Manager, and complete all documents to be considered


What NBPS Evaluates

Admissions uses a holistic review evaluating:

  • Academic performance via transcripts (prior year & mid-year)

  • SSAT or standardized test scores (Costa Code 5385)

  • Teacher and head-of-school recommendations

  • Student statement and fit with NBPS global values

  • Character, extracurricular involvement, and school readiness

  • For boarding: maturity, global awareness, and suitability for residential life 


Quick Application Checklist

Step

Action

Deadline / Timing

Inquiry & Tour

Submit inquiry form, schedule visit or virtual tour

Starting September 2

Online Application

Enter portal, pay application fee

Begin Sept 2

Supplement Forms

Upload school-specific supplement, recommendations, docs

By January 15

Testing

SSAT for 9th / general standardized tests

Spring prior grade

Decision

Receive admissions notification

By February 15 (priority)

Boarding application

Submit boarding-specific documents & interview

Rolling



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