ADMISSIONS

An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.

• 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.

Entry is typically for the beginning of the next school year in September.

• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	Holy Name of Mary College School	Other schools
  	Fixed deadline	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September		0%	88% of all other schools have rolling admissions
  October		Less than 1%
  November	Day deadline	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) 7, 9 and 10 (for the same grades offered at Holy Name of Mary College School).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	Holy Name of Mary College School	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	15	9
  Gr. 6	12 - 15	9
  Gr. 7	15	16
  Gr. 8	2	10
  Gr. 9	15 - 20	23
  Gr. 10	5	13
  Gr. 11	2	13
  Gr. 12	5	13

• 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 Holy Name of Mary College School is typical of the schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	Holy Name of Mary College School	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	90%	36%
  Gr. 6	90%	36%
  Gr. 7	90%	38%
  Gr. 8	90%	35%
  Gr. 9	90%	40%
  Gr. 10	90%	38%
  Gr. 11	90%	37%
  Gr. 12	90%	35%

• What Holy Name of Mary College School says it looks for in students

  Holy Name of Mary College School welcomes applications from candidates eager to be a part of the school's enriched academic environment.
  
  At Holy Name of Mary College School, we offer you the opportunity to develop your academic interests, as well as a wide range of sporting options, visual and performing arts and other clubs and activities to engage in. HNMCS is fortified by a strong liberal arts education, a sound understanding of the role of technology in the world, and a belief that in our community we acknowledge and celebrate the many and varied gifts and talents of our classmates and teammates.
  
  We offer applicants the chance to demonstrate that they can be successful here. Each application is considered and assessed individually. We look for demonstrated academic achievement and the ability, and desire, to reach your true potential. There are no hidden social criteria; we simply want the best students to apply, regardless of their background.
  
  So whoever you are, and wherever you come from, if you have the ability, the enthusiasm and the motivation to study here, then we want to hear from you.

• 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 Holy Name of Mary College School and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Holy Name of Mary College School					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  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%
  Gr. 9		-	-		-	Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10%
  Gr. 10		-	-		-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 11		-	-		-	Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 12		-	-		-	Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10%

• What Holy Name of Mary College School says about the application process

  Application fee: $125

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: N/A

  
  Description:

  The admissions process to Holy Name of Mary Catholic School is a straightforward once you've decided that this is the school for your daughter:

  1. Complete application online: apply.hnmcs.ca

  2. Attach a recent student photograph.

  3. Scan and upload to the Application portal, copies of the applicant’s Academic Documents (final report cards from the previous two years and the most recent report card for the current year and, if applicable, a current Ontario Student Transcript copy).
  4. Complete the Confidential Student Profile and ensure that it is sent directly from the applicant’s current principal, guidance counsellor or teacher to HNMCS (admissions@hnmcs.ca).
  5. Submit a non-refundable Application Fee of $125. Application fee for international students is $250.
  6. Please submit all the above application information by November 30. Applications received after this date will be accepted and reviewed based on available space.
  7. Register for the Admissions Test, which will be written in early December. To register for the test, go to: holynameofmarycollegeschool.com/admissions.
  8. Once all requirements have been completed, the Office of Admissions will contact the family to schedule a one-on-one meeting with the candidate.
  9. Offers of Admission will be sent by email in late February.

  While Holy Name of Mary College School is an independent school, the tuition is not intended to exclude students on a financial basis. An income-based bursary programme is available for those in need and we encourage families to seek financial assistance when it is required. Applications for financial assistance must be submitted by November 30.

  For more information, contact admissions@hnmcs.ca

• 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.