Apply to The Decker School (2026–2027)
All families must complete an Interest Form and tour before applying.
Step 1 — Submit an Interest Form (Required Before Applying)
Please begin the process here. This form allows us to learn more about your student and educational goals.
Step 2 — Tour the School
After we receive your inquiry, our team will reach out to schedule a tour of our community. (If you are located out-of-state and cannot tour in person, please let us know as exceptions can be made for applying.)
Tours allow families to:
• Experience our outdoor learning environment
• Ask questions about academics and culture
• Learn more about the enrollment process
Please note: Tours are scheduled after the Inquiry Form is submitted.
Step 3 — Apply
After your tour, you may begin the registration process by completing the Registration Form below.
Step 4 — Complete Enrollment Forms
Once you complete the Registration Form above, you will receive an email with links to the following documents.
1. Accident Waiver & Release Form
2. Insurance and Medical Release Form
3. Authorized Pick-up Form
4. Handbook Acknowledgment
Step 5 — Fees & Tuition Setup
After submitting the Registration Form, we will also initiate your fees and tuition setup through our management system TUIO. Please monitor your inbox for emails from TUIO requesting payment and tuition setup.
Enrollment & Fees:
1. Enrollment Fee ($200)
2. Supply Fee ($350)
3. Set up tuition payment method
Please review The Decker School tuition information here.
Step 6 — Scholarships (Optional, Time-Sensitive)
If you are interested in scholarships for the 2026–2027 school year, we encourage reviewing the following opportunities promptly, as some are time-sensitive.
Arkansas LEARNS Act
The Decker School has been approved by the Arkansas Department of Education to receive funds from the LEARNS Act / Education Freedom Account program. This program provides a pathway in which public funds will be directed for eligible students towards independent school tuition. The LEARNS Act / Education Freedom Account program provides a voucher for each eligible student with funding worth up to approximately $7,208 for the 2026-2027 school year.
https://www.thedeckerschool.org/education-1
ACE Scholarship
Primarily income-based and awarded largely on a first-come basis. Taxes are typically required before applying. Applications generally open in early February.
https://www.acescholarships.org/become-a-scholar/arkansas/
PIAK Grant (Component of EFA)
Income-based and may apply to some students with disabilities. The application typically opens alongside EFA for the 26–27 school year.
https://online.factsmgt.com/grant-aid/inst/4R5RP/landing-page
The Reform Alliance
For tutorials or support navigating EFA or PIAK, families may utilize resources from The Reform Alliance:
https://thereformalliance.org/scholarships/
Questions?
If you have any questions at any step in the process, please contact our Administration Team. We are happy to help guide you.
Email: contact@thedeckerschool.org
Phone: 1 (501) 613 - 7232