TLC Admissions Policies
Admission Philosophy:
TLC International School (TLC) works to support the student learning process in every way, while at the same time ensuring the wellbeing of all in the community. TLC welcomes students and families from all religious and cultural backgrounds.
Timeline:
We welcome you to apply for TLC International School (TLC). The admission of our school is operating on a rolling system. Applications will be accepted throughout the year. Students arriving after September 30 should be transferring from another school or be enrolled in a home school program.
Admission Procedure:
Step 1 Document Submission:
Face to face or online submissions are accepted.
Before the administration will admit any student, the following must be received. The application checklist:
● Completed TLC application form and supplementary health information if necessary
● The last two years of school records
● High school transcripts for any high school students attended
● Include Standardized Test Scores (e.g., ISA’s, PSAT, SAT) if available
● A letter of recommendation from a teacher of the last school attended
● A photocopy of the student’s immunization records
● A photocopy of the student’s passport (photo page)
● A photocopy of the parent’s passport (photo page)
* These documents must be received in English, French, Arabic, and notarized if translated from another language
Step 2 Testing:
For admission into TLC, an entrance exam and interview are required. The exam will include a writing sample as well as a reading and math assessments.
Step 3 Decision Criteria:
Only when all documents are received, will admission decisions be made. Decisions are based on a careful examination of each student’s ability to achieve success in an atmosphere of high expectations and within the context of an English language environment. In making this assessment, TLC will evaluate each candidate’s English language proficiency, demonstrated academic achievement and social/behavioral history.
All applicants must meet with the TLC Director or designate before a final admission decision is made.
Parents should note that class size/space availability and ELL level, also affect admission recommendations.
Step 4 – Admission Status:
The Director or designate will inform parents of one of the following admission:
Accepted – If a student has qualified and if space allows, the student will be placed in the appropriate grade level. A provisional acceptance may be granted when an interview with the applicant or testing of the student remains outstanding.
Wait List– If an applicant meets TLC admission requirements but is applying for enrollment in a grade level that is full, that applicant will be placed on the waitlist for his/her class. Parents of wait-listed applicants will receive notification from the TLC office of the likelihood of admission during that school year at regular intervals. Based on the factors considered for admission decisions, a student’s position on the waitlist may change.
Not Eligible – The applicant does not meet TLC eligibility and requirements for admission at this time. The decision is based on one or more of the before-mentioned criteria.
Admission Probation: All admission decisions are probationary for one month to ensure that the placement at TLC is appropriate for the student’s success. After satisfactory progress for one month, the student will be fully admitted to TLC for that school year.
Contact Information:
Email:info@tlcmauritania.org
Tel: 222-4604-1532