K-8 Enrollment

Every Child Can Succeed

We give them the tools to make sure that they do!

Thank you for your interest in enrolling your child(ren) at Vision Academy @ Riverside!

Vision Academy @ Riverside is a public, tuition-free charter school open to all Indiana students, regardless of income-level, academic background, and/or residence. Our community includes a diverse collection of families, educators, and volunteers committed to equipping our students with the strongest possible preparation for success in Indianapolis’ most demanding, college-preparatory middle and high schools.

For all information regarding enrollment, take a look at the links below. We can’t wait to have you and your child join us!

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Campus Tour

On your tour, we’ll guide you through our campus, our curriculum, and the process we’ll use to ensure your child’s life-long success. You’ll also meet some of the faculty, staff, and volunteers who make everything we do possible.

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Virtual Tour

See a virtual tour of a the Vision Academy @ Riverside campus to a feel of what our school looks like. Select a room to begin exploring, and click the colored buttons for additional information and videos.

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Apply for Enrollment K-8

How to Enroll a Student

Vision Academy @ Riverside is a partner with Enroll Indy, a city-wide unified enrollment system. In order to enroll at VAR, families will need to fill out a Enroll Indy application. When completing the application, you will need to rank VAR as #1 on the application in order to have the best chance of being matched with us. If you have questions about how to fill out the application, contact Je-Taun Finch at 317-632-2006. Instructions are also listed below.

Enrolling at Vision Academy

Families who are interested in enrolling at VAR should complete the following steps:

  1. Complete an application by visiting enrollindy.org/apply.
    • Create a family profile
    • Complete an application
    • Rank Vision Academy @ Riverside as #1 choice.
  2. Enroll Indy notifies you of a school match (date of school match notification is detailed below).
  3. If matched with VAR, you will receive welcome letter from the school detailing next steps for enrolling your scholar.
  4. Attend VAR New Family Orientation (dates will be included in welcome letter) and complete registration documents.

Note: Applying IN THE 1ST OR 2ND Round and rankingVAR #1 on your application provides the best chance of being matched with us.

Enroll Indy Application Timeline

  • Round 1: November 1 – January 31 (Results released February 20)
  • Round 2: February 1 – April 30 (Results released May 21)

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Register a Current Student

What is the difference between enrollment and registration?

Enrollment is the process of applying and claiming a seat for your student. This process is managed through Enroll Indy’s OneMatch application.

Registration is the paperwork (immunization records, birth certificate, etc.) and any additional next steps (such as orientations or assessments) required by VAR once your student is enrolled.

Already enrolled? Click here to complete student registration.

Enrollment FAQ

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What is Enroll Indy?

Enroll Indy is a unified enrollment system that streamlines the application process for Indianapolis students and their families. Families who would like to apply should use the Enroll Indy OneMatch system to fill out an application.

When will applications be accepted?

Applications are accepted year round. The first enrollment window will run from November 1st through January 31st. The second enrollment round runs from February 1st through April 30th. Late enrollment begins May 1st. Families will apply online at enrollindy.org/apply. The link is also provided on our website or you may go directly to the Enroll Indy website. No paper applications will be available, but families who do not have access to a computer or a mobile device may come to the school office and use the application computers from 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. To apply outside of these hours, please call the school office at 317-632-2006 to make an appointment.

How will the application process work?

When filling out the application, a family will create a profile which will show schools to which you can apply. Families may list up to ten schools they are willing to attend, although families may only list one or two if that is their preference. We recommend listing our school as #1 to ensure that you get a spot.

What happens if I do not match to my choice?

If you do not match to one of your choices, you will default to your neighborhood or boundary school. If you are unsatisfied with that match, you may reapply during the second or third round, provided there are spaces still available.

What steps will I need to take to secure my spot?

Once you are accepted, you will receive information on how to register your child through the school’s registration system. Failure to complete registration within 30 days, will result in your losing the spot for your child.

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