ADMISSIONS

Outside of school events, like open houses, you can schedule a tour of the school (visit website). If arranged on a regular school day, a tour may provide a realistic view of school life.

• Why it matters

  A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.

See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.

• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	ABC Montessori	Other schools
  	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	Day admissions	0%	88% of all other schools have rolling admissions
  October		Less than 1%
  November		2%
  December		7%
  January		1%
  February		2%
  March		2%
  April		1%
  May		1%
  June		Less than 1%
  July		0%
  August		1%

• Why it matters

  The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.

The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) NS, PS and JK (for the same grades offered at ABC Montessori).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	ABC Montessori	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	8 - 10	25
  Preschool	8 - 10	24
  JK	8 - 10	16
  SK	8 - 10	10
  Gr. 1	3 - 5	10
  Gr. 2	3 - 5	8
  Gr. 3	3 - 5	8
  Gr. 4	3 - 5	9
  Gr. 5	3 - 5	9

• Why it matters

  Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.

Acceptance rate at ABC Montessori is typical of the schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	ABC Montessori	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	100%	37%
  Preschool	100%	39%
  JK	100%	42%
  SK	80%	36%
  Gr. 1	70%	40%
  Gr. 2	70%	37%
  Gr. 3	70%	36%
  Gr. 4	70%	36%
  Gr. 5	60%	36%

• What ABC Montessori says it looks for in students

  Our students have a natural curiosity for learning and are well adjusted individuals who exhibit good behaviour and a sense of respect for their teachers and classmates alike. We believe that a well adjusted and well mannered child will have the necessary traits to gain the most out of their classroom exposure.

• Why it matters

  A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at ABC Montessori and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by ABC Montessori					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  Nursery/Toddler	-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 7%
  Preschool	-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 18%
  JK	-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 35%, Exam: 4%
  SK	-	-	-	-	-	Interview: 35%, Exam: 5%
  Gr. 1	-	-	-		-	Interview: 51%, Exam: 16%, Essay: 2%
  Gr. 2	-	-	-		-	Interview: 52%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 2%
  Gr. 3	-	-	-		-	Interview: 53%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 21%, Essay: 2%
  Gr. 4	-	-	-		-	Interview: 55%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 3%
  Gr. 5	-	-	-		-	Interview: 57%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 5%

• What ABC Montessori says about the application process

  Application fee: $300

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: $1,600

  
  Description:

  For students entering Grades 1 to 5, an entrance assessment covering reading, writing, and numeracy is administered. Following a successful assessment, an admission offer is presented and parents may subsequently prepare the application package based on an enrollment link provided by the school. All registrations are to be completed online using our enrollment and payment system TUIO.

• Why it matters

  Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.