We kindly request that students arrive at their designated time. If your child needs to arrive after 11:00 AM, please notify both the teacher and the Front Office as soon as possible.

• The school day starts for 3K students at 8:30 AM

• The school day starts for PK-6th grade at 8:00 AM

Arrival (Morning Drop-Off)

• 3K Drop-Off Window: 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM

  • Families of 3K students must park on Ordway Place (outside of the carline) and walk the student to the 3K classroom.

• PK-6th Grade Drop-Off Window: 7:45 AM – 8:05 AM

  • Students must be in class by 8:05 AM. Arrivals after this time are tardy and must be signed in at the Front Office. For more details, please refer to the Tardy Policy.

  • Carline procedures can be found in the Transportation section of this handbook

Dismissal (Afternoon Pick-Up)

• 3K (Inside Pick-Up): 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM

  • 3K students are not released through the car line

  • Families of 3K students must park on Ordway Place (outside of the carline) and walk to the gate entrance for inside pickup

• Lower School (PreK – 3rd Grade): 2:45 PM – 3:05 PM

• Upper School (4th – 6th Grade): 3:00 PM – 3:05 PM

Late Pick-Up Policy

Any student not picked up by the end of their designated pick-up time will be sent to Aftercare, and families will be billed accordingly.

Parents/Guardians are responsible for transporting their student(s) to and from school. 

MORNING DROP OFF

Drop-Off Procedure

1. Enter the car line on Ordway.

2. Remain in your vehicle. A staff member will assist your child with exiting the car from the passenger side only.

3. Once your child exits, please proceed forward to allow the next family to drop off.

DISMISSAL PROCEDURES

CARPOOL PLACARDS

Each family will receive two car placards displaying their student’s name and student ID number. This ID number is assigned to your student by the school and will remain the same for the duration of their time at ESN.

These placards help ensure a safe and efficient dismissal process by allowing staff to quickly identify authorized vehicles during car line.

AFTERNOON PICK-UP 

You must have a car placard and/or written consent on file to pick up a student.

Only individuals listed as parents/guardians are permitted to receive a placard. Additional placards may be requested, in writing, to the Business Office.

Individuals without placards may pick up your student only if they are listed on the “26-27 Approved Pick-Up People” form in the Blackbaud parent portal. Upon arrival, they will be directed to the Front Office to verify their identity before students can be released.

If you wish to add individuals to the approved pick-up list, you must do so in writing by emailing frontoffice@esnashville.org - we will not accept these changes by phone.

Pick-Up Procedure

1. Enter the car line on Ordway Place and pull forward to the Carline Pickup Zone.

2. Please display your car placard clearly on your dashboard.

3. Students will be held indoors and called in the order cars arrive.

4. Once your vehicle reaches the front, a staff member will escort your child to your car.

5. Students must load on the passenger side only.

6. For safety reasons, please stay in your car and do not pass other vehicles unless directed by staff.

WALKERS

Only students granted permission via the “26-27 Permission to Walk” form in the Blackbaud parent portal will be permitted to walk home unaccompanied. 

Walkers will be dismissed from their classroom at 3:05 PM.

As an SAIS-accredited school, ESN is committed to providing ongoing professional development for our faculty and staff. These opportunities are essential to ensuring our educators continue to grow in their craft and are equipped to deliver the high-quality education our students deserve.

Late Start Days will occur on the first Monday of select months. These 90-minute morning sessions allow teachers to engage in collaborative planning and professional learning, without significantly interrupting the school day.

On Late Start Days:

• School doors will open at 9:15 AM

• Classes will begin at 9:30 AM

• Before Care will not be offered on these mornings

2026–2027 LATE START DATES:

• Monday, September 14

• Monday, October 5

• Monday, November 2

• Monday, December 7

• Monday, February 1

• Monday, April 5

• Monday, May 3

Please note:

• There will be no Late Start in January, as we will hold our only full-day professional development on Monday, January 4

• There will be no Late Start in March due to Spring Break

ESN offers Before and Aftercare for students in grades 3K–6. The program provides a safe, supervised environment staffed by ESN faculty and staff.

PROGRAM HOURS

• Before Care*: 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM

• Aftercare**: 3:05 PM – 5:30 PM

*Before care is not available on Late Start days 

**Aftercare is not available on early dismissal days

PRICING AND ENROLLMENT

Enrollment and payment plans are selected through the "26-27 Before/After-Care Program" form in Blackbaud. All fees are billed through Blackbaud Tuition Management and may be paid annually, by semester, or monthly.

FULL-TIME ENROLLMENT

Option 1A – Early Bird Plan

• Aftercare until 4:00 PM

• $2,200 annually or $220/month

• Includes a 15-minute grace period

Option 1B – Max Care Plan

• Aftercare until 5:30 PM

• $3,300 annually or $330/month

Option 1C – Combined Plan

• Before Care and Max Care

• $3,850 annually

Option 1D – Before Care Only

• Begins at 7:15 AM

• $550 annually or $55/month

A 10% sibling discount is available for each additional child enrolled in a full-time plan.

DROP-IN CARE

Option 2: Drop-In Care (As Needed)

• Before Care: $11/day

• Maximum of five uses per semester

• Aftercare: $17.50/hour

• Maximum daily charge: $45

• Supply fee: $60 per semester per child

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial assistance for Extended Care is available for families who receive need-based financial aid. Assistance is awarded on a sliding scale and applies to the Early Bird or Max Care plans. Families should contact the Business Office for additional information.

LATE PICKUP POLICY

• Aftercare ends promptly at 5:30 PM

• Late pickups are subject to a $1 per minute fee after 5:30 PM

• After repeated late pickups, a family may be asked to leave the program without a refund

SIGN-IN/OUT REQUIREMENTS

• Students must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian or approved adult.

• Before Care: Back entrance.

• Aftercare: Front Office.

• Students will not be released to siblings under age 16.

Lands’ End School Account

Dress guidelines at ESN are designed to support comfort, functionality, safety, and inclusivity while maintaining a consistent and school-appropriate appearance. All students are required to wear ESN-branded polos as part of our shared commitment to a unified school identity.

SHIRTS

• Students must wear an ESN-branded polo in red, white, or navy blue.

• Both short- and long-sleeved styles are permitted.

• Shirts should be clean, appropriately sized, and free of non-ESN graphics, patterns, or logos.

BOTTOMS

• Students may wear solid-colored shorts, pants, skirts, skorts, or jumpers in navy, khaki, or black.

• Clothing should allow for active movement and participation throughout the school day.

• Bottoms must be free of rips, distressing, large logos, or excessive patterns.

• Denim, athletic shorts, leggings worn as pants, sweatpants, and pajama-style clothing are not permitted.

• Skirts, skorts, and shorts should be school-appropriate in length.

OUTERWEAR

• Students may wear sweaters, sweatshirts, fleeces, or lightweight jackets in solid red, white, navy, black, or gray.

• ESN-branded outerwear is encouraged.

• Outerwear may not include large graphics, inappropriate language, or imagery inconsistent with the school environment.

• Hoods should remain down indoors unless approved by a teacher or administrator.

FOOTWEAR

• Students must wear closed-toe shoes appropriate for active play, recess, PE, and daily school activities.

• Sneakers and athletic-style shoes are strongly encouraged.

• Flip-flops, high heels, slippers, and unsafe footwear are not permitted.

• Sandals with secure back straps may be permitted at the discretion of the administration.

WHERE TO BUY ESN

Branded polos and approved spirit wear may be purchased through the school’s approved uniform vendor, Lands’ End. Self-applied patches or unofficial logo modifications are not permitted.

Families may purchase dress code-compliant bottoms, outerwear, and other approved items from the retailer of their choice, provided they meet school guidelines.

DRESS CODE INFRACTIONS

Faculty and staff will work collaboratively with students and families to support adherence to the dress code.

Classroom teachers will address routine dress code concerns directly with students and families.

Ongoing or repeated concerns may be referred to the Principal for follow-up. If a student arrives out of dress code:

• First occurrence: A reminder or communication will be sent home.

• Repeated occurrences: Families may be asked to bring dress code-compliant attire for the student.

Questions regarding dress code expectations or interpretation should be directed to the principal.

ESN partners with Chumpy's Kitchen to provide hot, nutritious lunches for students each school day.

Each lunch includes:

• A hot entrée

• Seasonal fruits or vegetables

• A whole grain side

• A drink (milk, juice, or water)

• Daily vegetarian options

• Allergy accommodations may be available upon request

Lunch Program Cost

• Annual: $1,800 (due August 15, 2026)

• Semester: $900 (due August 15, 2026 and January 15, 2027)

• Monthly: $180/month (August, 2026 through May, 2027)

Enrollment 

Enrollment and payment plans are selected through the "26-27 Lunch Program" form in Blackbaud.

Questions: lunch@esnashville.org

Students enrolled in the lunch program should still bring:

• A snack

• A labeled refillable water bottle

PACKING LUNCH FROM HOME

Families choosing to pack lunch should ensure their student brings:

• A balanced lunch and snack

• A refillable water bottle labeled with the student’s name

• Any necessary utensils or flatware, as the school does not provide these items

Microwaves are available for student use with staff assistance as needed.

Outside restaurant food deliveries are generally not permitted and must be coordinated through the Front Office.