ADMISSIONS
What is involved in the admissions process at Summit Micro School? When is the deadline, and what are the requirements? How does it compare to other schools? How should you factor these into your decision?
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Facts and analysis
VISITING THE SCHOOL
Upcoming open houses will be announced here.
An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.
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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.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Summit Micro School offers rolling admissions.
See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month Summit Micro School 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.
ENTRY GRADES
The highest number of new enrollment openings include Grade(s) 1, 2 and 3.
The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) JK, SK and 7 (for the same grades offered at Summit Micro School).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day Summit Micro School Average of all other schools JK 2 - 4 16 SK 2 - 4 10 Gr. 1 2 - 5 10 Gr. 2 2 - 5 8 Gr. 3 2 - 5 8 Gr. 4 2 - 5 9 Gr. 5 2 - 5 9 Gr. 6 2 - 4 9 Gr. 7 2 - 4 16 Gr. 8 2 - 4 10 -
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
70% of all applications are accepted.
Admissions at Summit Micro School is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day Summit Micro School Average of all other schools JK 100% 42% SK 100% 36% Gr. 1 80% 40% Gr. 2 80% 37% Gr. 3 80% 36% Gr. 4 80% 36% Gr. 5 80% 36% Gr. 6 60% 36% Gr. 7 60% 38% Gr. 8 60% 35% -
What Summit Micro School says it looks for in students
At Summit we welcome a broad range of interests and abilities. Those who struggle to work cooperatively with their peers will find our collaborative approach challenging. Students who are most successful with us are curious, creative, engaged, self-motivated, respectful and have a positive attitude towards learning.
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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.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admissions process may require an interview.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Summit Micro School and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by Summit Micro School % of schools requiring Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay 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% Gr. 6 - - - - Interview: 60%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 26%, Essay: 7% Gr. 7 - - - - Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% Gr. 8 - - - - Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10% -
What Summit Micro School says about the application process
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Description:Enrollment into Summit Micro School is open year round. Our admissions process is as follows: submit an Inquiry Form found on our website: www.highparkdayschool.com. A member of our admissions team will contact you directly to set up a private information session. An application package will be available at the information session.
*Summit Micro School is a small school. Although we are well equipped to support diverse learning needs, we do not have the resources to accommodate extreme exceptionalities.
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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.
