Choosing the right education for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make. We’re excited that you have chosen to explore Barstow!
Barstow is filled with curious students — and teachers who invest time in getting to know each one of them. When teachers know a child’s strengths and interests, they can design individualized learning so every student feels confident, valued and eager to learn.
Our admission team is ready to help you find the right school fit. We look forward to seeing your child graduate from Barstow, whether they begin in preschool, middle school or freshman year, fully prepared for the challenges ahead.
We're open! As an independent school, Barstow has the flexibility to move between in-person instruction, online classes or a customized blend of both.
The same is true of our admission office. Most in-person campus visits are currently suspended as part of our health and safety protocols, but we’ve created virtual events and experiences that will introduce you to our school and community in a meaningful and experiential way. Contact us and we’ll work together to schedule appointments that work best for you.
Barstow accepts admission applications year round, with a recommended sequence of steps that will help you move easily from inquiry and applying to visiting and enrolling. Our team will help guide you through these steps:
Help us get to know you. Complete this brief form and we’ll contact you with further information, or move to the next step and join us for a virtual open house or tour.
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Virtual Open House or Tour
A virtual open house or tour is a great introduction to our school community.
A video interview with the division head or admission director is required for middle and upper school applicants. Students entering preschool-grade 5 complete a virtual evaluation. Our admission office will schedule your child’s appointment upon submission of an application.
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Student Visit
Once you have submitted an application, the student’s virtual visit to a Barstow classroom is an important part of the admission process.
Kansas & Missouri ZIP codes represented in student body
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25%
of families receive scholarship or financial aid
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A+
Niche.com rating
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100%
of Niche.com respondents say teachers give engaging lessons & genuinely care about the students
Meet Our Team
The members of our friendly, helpful and knowledgeable admission team are some of the first people you’ll meet as you explore The Barstow School. They help you find the right fit for your child, and answer your questions about financial aid and enrollment as they welcome you to the Barstow community.
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Rebecca Green Garry
Director of Admission
Rebecca Green Garry leads the team that will guide you through the application, financial aid and enrollment process at Barstow.
Rebecca joined Barstow in 2012 as communications coordinator. She also served as an assistant director of admission, marketing and communication. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of Kansas.
Because she's led hundreds of in-person and virtual tours for students and parents, Rebecca has a unique ability to answer your questions about everything Barstow – whether its academics, signature programs or our commitment to community and inclusivity. She can connect you with teachers, students and parents who can offer their perspectives on "the Barstow difference." Rebecca brings her personal touch to the admission process for every family.
Sydney Schwartz
Enrollment Manager
Sydney schedules your visits, conducts tours and adds new families to our learning management system.
Sydney came to Barstow as a teaching assistant for Summer at Barstow in 2013, and moved into the role of admission counselor in 2015. As enrollment manager, she makes sure families are familiar with the application steps and helps them manage the process from inquiry to enrollment — always available to answer your questions along the way.
Sydney has a bachelor’s degree in French and Secondary Education from Beloit College in Wisconsin and is certified to teach K-12 French.
Candice Baldwin
Admission Administrative Assistant
Candice is likely the first voice you’ll hear when you call our Admission Office. She joined the team as administrative assistant in 2019.
Candice assists with admission events, prepares admission reports and connects with prospective families via web inquiry, phone call or during campus visits.
An avid runner, Candice is also head coach of the upper school cross country and track and field teams. What does she enjoy most about her job? “The people, the community and the culture,” she says.
Candice earned her Bachelor of Arts, Government and Economics from Dartmouth College.
We host an open Zoom chat hour via every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Have a question? Need assistance with applications, portfolios or other requirements? Drop in. We’re here to help.
The Barstow School attracts students from our global community who possess a commitment to learning, good character and are interested in service to others.