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Admissions

Admissions Events

There are many opportunities to learn more about BB&N at events this fall and winter, ranging from admissions fairs to on-campus to virtual.

2026-2027 Season

Lower School (Grades PreK – 6th)

Cambridge-Ellis School Fair

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Cambridge-Ellis School, 80 Trowbridge St, Cambridge


BISC Virtual Fairs

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00-8:30 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom


BB&N Homecoming

Date: Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, 2026
Location: Grove Street Athletic Fields & the Upper School Campus Athletic Facilities

Experience what it means to be a member of our uKnighted community! Join current families and alumni/ae as we host various ISL opponents at the annual Homecoming celebration and cheer on our teams. The festivities kick off on Friday night and continue on Saturday. Come for the fun and excitement both on and off the fields!


Open House: Discover Our Campus(es)!

Please join us on campus to experience our academic, arts, and athletic spaces! You will have a chance to connect with students, faculty, and parents.

Lower School (Grades Beginners/PreK to 6)
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lower School Campus, 10 Buckingham Street, Cambridge

Middle School (Grades 7 & 8)
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12:00 – 3:00 PM
Location: Middle School Campus, 80 Sparks Street, Cambridge

Upper School (Grades 9 to 12)
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge


Admissions Classroom Visit: Beginners/PreK Grade

Dates: 3 different options; see below
Location: Lower School Campus, 10 Buckingham Street, Cambridge

Applicants to the Lower School for Grade Beginners (PreK) are required to attend an in-person admissions classroom visit as part of the application process. Applicants may register for one of the three available dates and times.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026
8:30 – 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 2027
8:30 – 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2027
8:30 – 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

*Log in to your Veracross admissions portal to register for the admissions classroom visit.


Admissions Classroom Visit: Kindergarten

Date: 2 different options; see below
Location: Lower School Campus, 10 Buckingham Street, Cambridge

Applicants to the Lower School for Kindergarten are required to attend an in-person admissions classroom visit as part of the application process. Applicants may register for one of the two available dates and times.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 2027
8:30 – 10:00 AM

FRIDAY, JANUARY 22, 2027
8:30 – 10:00 AM or 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

*Log in to your Veracross admissions portal to register for the admissions classroom visit.


Admissions Classroom Visit: Grades 1 through 5

Date: Friday, January 22, 2027
Location: Lower School Campus, 10 Buckingham Street, Cambridge

Applicants to the Lower School for Grades 1 through 5 are required to attend an in-person admissions classroom visit as part of the application process.

Each applicant should register for their grade-level-specific assigned time.

Applicants to Grade 1
8:45 – 11:15 AM

Applicants to Grades 2 through 5
9:00 – 11:30 AM

*Log in to your Veracross admissions portal to register for the admissions classroom visit.


Martin Luther King Jr. Day Brunch

Date: Monday, January 18, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Join us for our annual MLK Day Brunch, a celebration of unity, reflection, and the enduring power of love to transform our communities. As we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other leaders like him, we are reminded of his profound words: “Love builds up and unites; hate tears down and destroys… only love can create and organize anything permanent.” Let this event inspire us to embrace understanding, creative goodwill, and the vision of a beloved community. Together, we can carry forward Dr. King’s dream of reconciliation, justice, and hope for all.

Please click below to register ahead of time.


Financial Aid Webinar: Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 7:00 – 7:45 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom

Please join our financial aid staff to hear about our philosophies and strategies for financing a BB&N education. Aid programs can differ across schools, and this event is meant to deliver an overview of what aid looks like at BB&N and how it’s utilized.


Virtual Admissions Info Sessions

Please join members of our admissions staff who are eager to share more about the BB&N experience with you! Learn about our campus, academic, and co-curricular programming, the admissions process, and get your questions answered during the live FAQ time.

We have several different sessions scheduled for various entry levels.

Lower School: Grades Beginners/PreK-6
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 7:00 – 7:45 PM

Middle School: Grades 7-8
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 7:00 – 7:45 PM

Upper School: Grades 9-11
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 7:00 – 7:45 PM

Middle School (Grades 7 & 8th)

Boston College High School’s Middle & Upper School Admissions Fair

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Boston College High School, 150 Morrissey Blvd, Boston


Independent School League Admissions Fair

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2027, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: The Westin Waltham Boston, 70 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451


BISC Virtual Fairs

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00-8:30 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom


BB&N Homecoming

Date: Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, 2026
Location: Grove Street Athletic Fields & the Upper School Campus Athletic Facilities

Experience what it means to be a member of our uKnighted community! Join current families and alumni/ae as we host various ISL opponents at the annual Homecoming celebration and cheer on our teams. The festivities kick off on Friday night and continue on Saturday. Come for the fun and excitement both on and off the fields!


Open House: Discover Our Campus(es)!

Please join us on campus to experience our academic, arts, and athletic spaces! You will have a chance to connect with students, faculty, and parents.

Middle School (Grades 7 & 8)
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12:00 – 3:00 PM
Location: Middle School Campus, 80 Sparks Street, Cambridge

Upper School (Grades 9 to 12)
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge


Athletics Preview Knight: An Open House for Grades 6-12 Athletics at BB&N

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Nicholas Athletic Center at the Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Join us for an Athletics Open House with BB&N coaches and student-athletes! Prospective students and families will have the opportunity to explore the Knights’ athletic programs. With up to 25 different sports, from varsity teams to developmental programs, this event offers a chance to meet coaches, tour facilities, and discover what it means to be a BB&N Knight. Whether you’re interested in team sports, individual competition, or just staying active, BB&N has something for everyone!


Martin Luther King Jr. Day Brunch

Date: Monday, January 18, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Join us for our annual MLK Day Brunch, a celebration of unity, reflection, and the enduring power of love to transform our communities. As we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other leaders like him, we are reminded of his profound words: “Love builds up and unites; hate tears down and destroys… only love can create and organize anything permanent.” Let this event inspire us to embrace understanding, creative goodwill, and the vision of a beloved community. Together, we can carry forward Dr. King’s dream of reconciliation, justice, and hope for all.

Please click below to register ahead of time.


Financial Aid Webinar: Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 7:00 – 7:45 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom

Please join our financial aid staff to hear about our philosophies and strategies for financing a BB&N education. Aid programs can differ across schools, and this event is meant to deliver an overview of what aid looks like at BB&N and how it’s utilized.


Virtual Admissions Info Sessions

Please join members of our admissions staff who are eager to share more about the BB&N experience with you! Learn about our campus, academic, and co-curricular programming, the admissions process, and get your questions answered during the live FAQ time.

We have several different sessions scheduled for various entry levels.

Middle School: Grades 7-8
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 7:00 – 7:45 PM

Upper School: Grades 9-11
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 7:00 – 7:45 PM

Upper School (Grades 9 – 12th)

Boston College High School’s Middle & Upper School Admissions Fair

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Location: Boston College High School, 150 Morrissey Blvd, Boston


Independent School League Admissions Fair

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2027, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location: The Westin Waltham Boston, 70 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451


BISC Virtual Fairs

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:00-8:30 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom


BB&N Homecoming

Date: Friday and Saturday, October 9-10, 2026
Location: Grove Street Athletic Fields & the Upper School Campus Athletic Facilities

Experience what it means to be a member of our uKnighted community! Join current families and alumni/ae as we host various ISL opponents at the annual Homecoming celebration and cheer on our teams. The festivities kick off on Friday night and continue on Saturday. Come for the fun and excitement both on and off the fields!


Open House: Discover Our Campus!

Please join us on campus to experience our academic, arts, and athletic spaces! You will have a chance to connect with students, faculty, and parents.

Upper School (Grades 9 to 12)
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge


Beyond the Stage: A BB&N Immersive Performing Arts Experience

Date: Coming Soon!
Location: Lindberg-Serries Theater, Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Whether you are a passionate performer or a curious novice, spend a morning exploring the BB&N Theater experience. Join members of the Upper School Theater community and discover the range of options our program offers to all our students. 

We believe theater is for everyone and are committed to all our students, from first-time performers to students already well-versed in theatrical productions. Across all our campuses, we offer 8-10 theater productions a year, as well as numerous classes, clubs, and student-led performances. 

So, if you are applying to grades 9-12, join us for an unforgettable theater experience featuring opportunities for applicants to attend interactive workshops, social time with the cast, and a performance of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.

Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of performing arts at BB&N!

PLEASE NOTE that this event is for applicants to grades 9-12 only from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM, when families may rejoin us for the remaining portions of the program.


Athletics Preview Knight: An Open House for Grades 6-12 Athletics at BB&N

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Nicholas Athletic Center at the Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Join us for an Athletics Open House with BB&N coaches and student-athletes! Prospective students and families will have the opportunity to explore the Knights’ athletic programs. With up to 25 different sports, from varsity teams to developmental programs, this event offers a chance to meet coaches, tour facilities, and discover what it means to be a BB&N Knight. Whether you’re interested in team sports, individual competition, or just staying active, BB&N has something for everyone!


Martin Luther King Jr. Day Brunch

Date: Monday, January 18, 2027, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Upper School Campus, 80 Gerrys Landing Road, Cambridge

Join us for our annual MLK Day Brunch, a celebration of unity, reflection, and the enduring power of love to transform our communities. As we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and other leaders like him, we are reminded of his profound words: “Love builds up and unites; hate tears down and destroys… only love can create and organize anything permanent.” Let this event inspire us to embrace understanding, creative goodwill, and the vision of a beloved community. Together, we can carry forward Dr. King’s dream of reconciliation, justice, and hope for all.

Please click below to register ahead of time.


Financial Aid Webinar: Policies, Processes, and Procedures

Date: Tuesday, December 1, 7:00 – 7:45 PM
Location: Virtually via Zoom

Please join our financial aid staff to hear about our philosophies and strategies for financing a BB&N education. Aid programs can differ across schools, and this event is meant to deliver an overview of what aid looks like at BB&N and how it’s utilized.


Virtual Admissions Info Sessions

Please join members of our admissions staff who are eager to share more about the BB&N experience with you! Learn about our campus, academic, and co-curricular programming, the admissions process, and get your questions answered during the live FAQ time.

We have several different sessions scheduled for various entry levels.

Upper School: Grades 9-11
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 7:00 – 7:45 PM