Begin Your DMC Journey Today: Now Accepting Inquiries

Des Moines Christian Schools enrollment season starts now! We are accepting inquiries for the 2027-28 school year, with openings in early education through high school. Complete an inquiry now to be ready for the next step—an invitation to apply in September.

We know choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you'll make for your family, and we're honored you're considering Des Moines Christian Schools. The article below will help you understand the inquiry stage of the enrollment process and what you should know along the way.  

Our admissions process is designed to help us thoughtfully explore together whether Des Moines Christian is the right fit for your child and your family. From your first inquiry to your enrollment decision, our goal is to make the process clear, welcoming, and purposeful.

Because every child is uniquely created by God, we take a holistic approach to admissions, considering spiritual commitment, academic readiness, character, and the partnership we hope to build with each family. We believe the strongest school experiences begin with shared values, open communication, and a common desire to help children grow into who God created them to be.

Mission Fit Matters

At Des Moines Christian, our mission shapes everything we do—including admissions. We are seeking families who desire to partner with us in providing a Christ-centered education. As part of the admissions process, we consider applicants and their families that:

• Are committed to growing in their relationship with Christ
• Actively participate in a local church
• Align with the mission and values of Des Moines Christian

This shared foundation helps cultivate a strong, unified community where students can grow in faith and character.

Starting the Journey: Inquiry

Every family's journey begins by submitting an inquiry. This lets us know you're interested in learning more about Des Moines Christian and starts the admissions process.

Submitting an inquiry does not guarantee enrollment, but it does place your student in our unranked wait pool. Our Admissions team will follow up, typically within two business days, to guide you through the next steps.
Even if a grade level is currently full, we encourage families to submit an inquiry. With Early Education moving to our new campus and our new high school opening for the 2027–28 school year, we anticipate additional capacity in several grades over the coming years. Beginning the process now helps position your family for future enrollment opportunities.

A Thoughtful, Purposeful Process

Our admissions process is intentionally thorough because we want every family to feel confident in their decision. We're not simply filling seats—we're building a Christ-centered community where students can flourish academically, socially, and spiritually.

For prospective families, this means clarity, consistency, and confidence that if DMC is the right fit for your family, we trust that will become evident along the way.

We invite you to start the conversation and begin your journey with us by submitting an inquiry through the DMC website.