Applying to Annunciation
New Students
Annunciation accepts new students to grades K-8 for the upcoming school year during priority and open admissions periods. Priority Kindergarten admission begins in the fall, while priority admissions for grades 1-8 begins mid - January, followed by open admissions to the public in early February.
In addition to completing the online student application and online payment of the application fee of $300 (plus processing fee of 3.75%), the student's birth certificate and immunization records must be submitted. Students entering Annunciation in grades 1 - 8 must also submit current transcripts for evaluation.
To learn more about enrolling at Annunciation, and to schedule a tour, please call us at (480)361-8234. Or submit a Request for More Information here. Our school office will contact you!
All classes are currently full. You may submit an online application to be placed on the waiting list.
Transfer Student Admission
Annunciation offers mid-year admission to transfer students who meet the necessary requirements. You must submit a completed student admission application along with teacher recommendations and academic records for consideration. Placement testing may be required. Up-to-date immunization records must be received before student may start class. Students applying to Annunciation are encouraged to shadow for a day in their prospective class.
Note for all incoming students: admission to a Catholic school is contingent upon having met all financial obligations at your previous school.
If you are interested in applying to Annunciation please contact the school office to check for available spots.
Returning Students
Parents of returning students will have an Opt Out period to notify the school if they will not be returning for the next school year. After which they will be billed the re-enrollment fee of $100 per student to their tuition account. Returning families will be notified when they must complete the online enrollment forms in FACTS.
Note: Returning student must have tuition account current.
Admission Timeline
To apply to Annunciation visit 2025-2026 Application.
2025-2026 Kindergarten Admissions
November 18 - December 2:
1. Priority admissions for incoming Kindergarten siblings of current Annunciation families.
2. Priority admissions for incoming Kindergarten students of current active parishioners of St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church.
3. Priority admissions for incoming Kindergarten students of current active parishioners of St. Rose Catholic Church (Anthem) or Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church (Carefree).
December 9:
1. Open Kindergarten admissions for incoming Kindergarten who are active parishioners from other diocesan parishes.
2. Open Kindergarten admissions for non-Catholic Kindergarten students.
Grades 1-8 Admission Timeline
January 17 - 31 :
1. Priority admissions for Current Students Opt Out only. A re-enrollment fee (amount TBD) will be billed in March tuition billing. All current school families will receive an email with details.
2. Priority Admissions for siblings entering grades 1 - 8.
3. Priority Admissions for students of active registered families of St. Gabriel’s, Our Lady of Joy, and St. Rose parishes entering grades 1 - 8.
February 5:
1. Open Admission for active, registered Catholic families at parishes within the Diocese of Phoenix.
2. Non-Catholic families.
Active Parishioner Status
All families who are registered, active parishioners of the Catholic Church are eligible for the Active Catholic Tuition rate. Active parishioner status is determined by the pastor of each parish and usually includes, but is not limited to, weekly attendance at Mass, tithing, and participation/volunteerism in parish events. Please contact your parish office with any questions. If you are a member of a St. Gabriel’s, St. Rose, and Our Lady of Joy, the school office will verify your active parishioner status directly with your parish office. If you attend any other Catholic parish, have your church complete the Verification of Active Parishioner Form. Only one form per family required.