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Choosing Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy
Enrollment Update for the 2026–2027 Academic Year
Thank you for your interest in Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy.
Enrollment for the 2026–2027 lottery is now officially closed. However, families may still join our waitlist for all grade levels.
To be added to the waitlist, please create an account through the Apollo Community Portal. Once your account is created, you can submit your application directly to the waitlist.
For Families Selected in the Lottery
If you have received an offer of enrollment, please be sure to accept or decline your offer within 5 days of notification.
We encourage you to regularly check both your Apollo account and your email for updates regarding your enrollment status.
Below is a list of documents to enroll at ICIA. Please make sure you have the documents below at the time of registration.
- Immunization Records
- Please provide official records from a physician or a medical portal. Documents must clearly display the child’s full name and date of birth. If you are submitting a “yellow card”, please ensure you also include a copy of your child’s medical portal.
- Verification of age. The following documents establish age:
- Certified copy of birth record
- Statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the date of birth
- Passport
- Affidavit of the parent, guardian, or custodian of the minor
- Proof of Residency
- Property Tax payment receipts
- Rental property contract, lease, or payment receipts
- Utility service contract, statement, or payment receipts
Campus Tours
At this time, we are not able to offer in-person campus tours. Due to the high volume of requests, providing tours for all interested families would result in frequent disruptions to our students’ learning environment—something we are committed to protecting.
The good news is that we offer a virtual video tour that showcases our classrooms, programs, and school culture. We invite you to explore it on our website.
Additional Information
For more details, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
We will continue extending additional offers of enrollment as we approach the first day of school and often after the school year begins on July 23.
Thank you again for your interest in ICIA—we appreciate your partnership and patience throughout this process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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ICIA is the first public charter immersion school authorized by Irvine Unified Schools District (IUSD). The first day of school was August 24, 2023. The school campus is located at 1 Liberty, Irvine, CA 92620 (Westwood campus & located in the same parking lot as Sierra Vista Middle School).
ICIA is a free, public charter school. There is no fee for admission. Enrollment is lottery based before the beginning of each academic year.
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Yes, please join our waitlist through the community portal. You can access the Portal Link Here. We will contact you when a seat is available.
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Yes! ICIA follows a year-round calendar, designed to keep students engaged and energized throughout the year.
Our balanced schedule offers shorter, more frequent breaks, helping students retain learning, reduce burnout, and return refreshed and ready to thrive. Families also appreciate the flexibility for travel and enrichment opportunities outside of peak seasons — it’s learning that fits life, not the other way around. Please refer to our School Calendars also found in our resources tab. -
At this time, we are not able to offer in-person campus tours. Due to the high volume of requests, providing tours for all interested families would result in frequent disruptions to our students’ learning environment—something we work hard to protect.
The good news? We offer a virtual video tour that will showcase our classrooms, programs, and school culture. You can check it out here! -
Yes. We have childcare options for all ICIA (TK - 5th) students. More information can be found on our childcare page or email childcare@iciacademy.org
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At ICIA, our Chinese Immersion Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging learning experience in both Mandarin and English. From an early age, students are immersed in a dual-language environment, fostering bilingual proficiency and cultural understanding.
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For more detailed information, please refer to the California Department of Education TK requirements. The TK requirements will change again for the 2026-2027 academic year.
We follow state public school guidelines. No exceptions.
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New students interested in enrolling at ICIA must submit a lottery application through Apollo before the published deadline. After the application window closes, a public drawing will be held, and families will be notified of the results.
The lottery process for the 2026–2027 school year will begin in December 2025. Please stay tuned for detailed instructions and dates, which will be shared at that time.
As a public charter school, ICIA follows the California Department of Education’s age and birthdate guidelines to determine the appropriate grade level for each child. No exceptions can be made.
For more information about Transitional Kindergarten (TK) eligibility and requirements, please review the official CDE TK Guidelines
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Classroom sizes will vary by grade level. Currently, TK - 5th grade are averaging approximately 22-26 students.
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Currently, the school does not provide transportation.
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Yes — please create an online community portal for your family. Once your portal is set up, you can submit a waitlist application for each sibling within the same account.
Please note: this is a waitlist submission, not an enrollment application. You can find the link to the community portal on our Enrollment page -
In the most recent CAASPP results, 85% of ICIA students met or exceeded standards in English Language Arts (ELA), and an impressive 91% met or exceeded standards in Math. These results reflect our commitment to academic excellence, bilingual mastery, and joyful learning. You can learn more about our test scores here!