Enrollment

We are happy you have chosen to look into Blessed Teresa of Calcutta School as an option for your child's education!

We recognize this is a very important decision for you as a parent and your child. As a Catholic School, we are a member of the oldest and largest school system in the state of Missouri. We are blessed to have so many people, from teachers and staff to parents, to our parish community and the broader St. Louis community, who have made a strong commitment to Catholic Education. We are all united in the belief that every child is a gift, and we are all committed to providing the best possible education for the children of our community.


Open Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year will begin February 2, 2026.

There is a process that you will follow for Open Enrollment that will begin on Monday, February 2nd.  The following steps will be required to be considered for enrollment. 


1. Application Form 

Families will complete an application on line (On Februrary 2nd the application will be live).


2. Record Request

For students entering Kindergarten through 8th grade, all educational records must be submitted by the current attending school. To facilitate this, click here on the

Record Request Form link to download the form. Families will complete and submit the form to your current school office, which will then send the records directly to btcenrollment@btc-school.org.


3. Family Interview 
After the application and educational records are received by BTC school, the principal will assess the student's academic and behavioral records. If the next steps are approved, families will be contacted to schedule an interview. The family interview will include the principal, the student's legal guardians, and the student(s) applying. If it is determined that the student does not qualify, families will be notified accordingly.


4. School Tour 

Following the family interview, families selected to continue the enrollment process will be given time to tour the school. The tour, lasting approximately 45 minutes, will be a walking tour covering all three floors, conducted in a group format with other prospective families. The school principal and Blessed Teresa Student Ambassadors will lead the tour, which will occur during the school day. The dates and times will be communicated after the interview.


5. Financial Assistance

Once families have been approved for a school tour, a financial assistance meeting can be arranged. Multiple aid options are available at BTC, including the Alive in Christ Scholarship Program, Catholic Family Tuition Assistance (CFTA) through the Archdiocese of St. Louis, and assistance directly from BTC School. You must apply for the Alive in Christ Program before applying for the Parish Assistance Program. 


For detailed information, visit http://ttef-stl.org/info-for-parents/, or our Financial Assistance/Pastoral Associate, Jeanne Baer, at 314-524-0500 ext. 357 or jbaer@btcparish.org.


6. Acceptance into BTC School

Upon completion of the student/family visit and approved records, families will receive notification of acceptance by a phone call.  After the official acceptance, families will come to the school and complete a registration packet.  During this time, families will need to have a copy of their child's birth certificate, social security card and updated immunization records. 


7. Enrollment

To finalize enrollment for your student, the enrollment forms must be completed in full, and all required documentation MUST be returned to the school office, along with the enrollment fee of $75 per student.  A spot will not be reserved for any student until all documentation is completed and submitted.  Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, with Catholic students prioritized over non-Catholic students.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the yearly tuition at BTC School?

    K-8th Parishioner tuition is $6,160 for one child, $8,085 for two children, $9,450 for three children, and $9,870 for four children. 


     


    Non-Parishioner tuition is $7,225 for one child, $10,160 for two children, $12,425 for three children, and $14,060 for four children.

  • What is the yearly tuition for BTC Preschool?

    BTC tuition for Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 for full time students is $5,500 for five days.


     BTC tuition for Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 for part time students is $3,700 for three days

  • Are there tuition breaks for families with multiple children?

    Tuition is tiered based on the number of children per family enrolled in our K-8th grade. If you have multiple children with one being in preschool, the tiered rate is based only on the students in K-8th, however, (for BTC parishioners) there is a $250 reduction in the preschool tuition. Contact the School Office or consult your registration packet for the specific pricing structure for multiple children.

  • How do I apply for financial aid?

    Multiple options for aid exist at BTC including the Alive in Christ Scholarship Program and Catholic Family Tuition Assistance (CFTA) through the Archdiocese of St Louis as well as assistance directly from BTC School. You must apply for the Alive in Christ Program before applying for the Parish Assistance Program. For all questions on aid, follow the link below, consult your registration packet or contact the school office at 314-522-3888.

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  • Is before or aftercare offered?

    Aftercare is available for our PK–8th grade students at an additional cost. It is offered from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with three flexible options for families:


    Full-time: $150 per month

    Part-time: $100 per month

    Emergency Use: $75 per month

    Additionally, for half days of school, aftercare is available for $75 per month, covering two days.

  • What is the school uniform?

    BTC School's regular school uniform for males consists of navy blue uniform shorts or pants and a red or white collared polo shirt. The uniform for females consists of navy blue uniform shorts or pants or our designated plaid jumper/skort/skirt purchased from Fischer’s Uniform Supply or Sportsprint. They can also purchase a red or blue school sweatshirt with the BTC logo on it. 



  • What is the parent involvement requirement?

    We highly encourage and expect full participation by the parents of our students. All parents are required to attend a mandatory parent involvement meeting prior to the start of the school year. In addition, each family is required to serve on committees or at events throughout the school year, earning 20 volunteer hours. Beyond hours there is a $300 fundraising obligation that is required to be filled each year through numerous school-sponsored fundraising opportunities.

  • What is T.A.P.?

    T.A.P. is an acronym for fundraising program that benefits BTC School. BTC purchases gift certificates from retailers at a discount and then sells them to school families and parishioners at face value. The certificates spend at face value and the difference is kept by the school as profit. All school families are required to earn $300 in PROFIT annually through this program. The $300 is charged up front and then any credit earned (up to $300) is credit toward your tuition balance or refunded.

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