ADMISSIONS

What is involved in the admissions process at Kingsway College 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
Qualitative insights
- The focus is on fit and a positive admissions experience.

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.

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

Kingsway College School offers rolling admissions.

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

Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

Month	Kingsway College School	Other schools
Month	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.

ACCEPTANCE RATE

100% of all applications are accepted.

Acceptance rate at Kingsway College School is typical of the schools we cover.

What Kingsway College School says it looks for in students

This information is not currently available.
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 and an entrance exam.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Kingsway College School and how they compare with other schools.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Required by Kingsway College School					% of schools requiring
Grade	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay	% of schools requiring
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%
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 Kingsway College School says about the application process

Application fee: $200

Registration fee: $8,000

Deposit: $5,000

Description:
If you wish to apply, please navigate to the Admissions portion of our website at https://www.kcs.on.ca/admissions/apply-to-kcs then complete and submit the application form.
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.

Qualitative insights

These insights are based on conversations with parents, alumni, and school leadership. Handpicked and curated by our editor, they offer a close look at how the school is experienced and perceived by those who know it best.

The focus is on fit and a positive admissions experience.

Feedback from alumni and parents highlights that Kingsway College School’s admissions team is open, communicative, and dedicated to finding the right fit for both students and families.

When we went there to take a tour of the Kingsway College School, we realized we loved the school. We brought the boys for an open house and they loved it, as well.

—Aneta Gauthier, parent (see full interview)

I would recommend seeing the school before enrolment. I think that having an opportunity to step inside the doors of the school and feel the energy of it firsthand, you can begin to see what makes it special.

—Sarah Renaud, parent (see full interview)

For parents who are considering KCS, I think the first thing is that you have to visit the school. I know a lot of families spend time on websites and read magazines, but I think to really get a good feel for the school, you have to interact with the people that are there. I would say visit the school and, if you can, visit during the school day. The school has a very different feel, when you have nearly 400 students and 90 staff walking around. It's an opportunity not only to walk around the school, but to talk to the people in the school. And I think that would give you a sense of whether you think this would be a good fit for your child or children.

—Derek Logan, Head of School (see full interview)

Our experience with the admissions process was very positive overall. We found the admissions team very forthright, open and communicative. It was clear that they had a genuine interest in ensuring that KCS was a great fit for our kids and for us as parents. We found the student-led tour very effective for getting a feel for the culture of the school. Meeting with the head of school and speaking with other, KCS, parents is recommended as an effective way to understand the fit for your family.

—BRAD MCCAMUS, parent (beginning 2016) (see full review)

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