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The OUR KIDS Report: Lycée Français de Toronto
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ADMISSIONS

What is involved in the admissions process at Lycée Français de Toronto? 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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VISITING THE SCHOOL

Lycée Français de Toronto will host its next open house on November 8, 2025.

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

  • Upcoming events schedule

    Open House

    Lycée Français de Toronto Open House

    • Nov 8, 2025
    • 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    • Lycée Français de Toronto
      2327 Dufferin street
      Toronto, ON, M6E3S5
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    Upon your arrival, our Secondary school students will be delighted to greet you. Feel free to ask them any questions about their experiences; they are our wonderful ambassadors and will guide you through the school, offering a lively insight into our educational environment.

    During your visit, you will have the opportunity to meet our teachers from Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary, who will be happy to share their passion for education and discuss our pedagogical approach.

    At the end of your tour, join the educational and administrative leadership team over coffee for a friendly conversation and the opportunity to ask any further questions.

     

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    Open House Nov 8, 2025 RSVP
  • 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

Lycée Français de Toronto offers rolling admissions.

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

  • Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

    Month Lycée Français de Toronto 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) PS, JK and SK.

The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) PS, JK and 9 (for the same grades offered at Lycée Français de Toronto).

  • Breakdown by grade

    Entry grade Number of openings available: Day
    Lycée Français de Toronto Average of all other schools
    Preschool 15 - 20 24
    JK 20 16
    SK 15 - 20 10
    Gr. 1 8 - 10 10
    Gr. 2 8 - 10 8
    Gr. 3 8 - 10 8
    Gr. 4 8 - 10 9
    Gr. 5 8 - 10 9
    Gr. 6 8 - 10 9
    Gr. 7 8 - 10 16
    Gr. 8 8 - 10 10
    Gr. 9 8 - 10 23
    Gr. 10 8 - 10 13
    Gr. 11 8 - 10 13
    Gr. 12 8 - 10 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

85% of all applications are accepted.

Acceptance rate at Lycée Français de Toronto is typical of the schools we cover.

  • Breakdown by grade

    Grade Acceptance rate: Day
    Lycée Français de Toronto Average of all other schools
    Preschool 90% 39%
    JK 90% 42%
    SK 90% 36%
    Gr. 1 80% 40%
    Gr. 2 80% 37%
    Gr. 3 80% 36%
    Gr. 4 80% 36%
    Gr. 5 80% 36%
    Gr. 6 80% 36%
    Gr. 7 70% 38%
    Gr. 8 70% 35%
    Gr. 9 70% 40%
    Gr. 10 70% 38%
    Gr. 11 70% 37%
    Gr. 12 70% 35%
  • What Lycée Français de Toronto says it looks for in students

    Admission to Kindergarten (Pre-K, JK, SK)

    The meet and greet (30 minutes) is a play-and-learn interaction with one of our kindergarten teachers, conducted in the applicant’s preferred language (French or English).
    *Candidates for the Pre-K class must be potty trained

    Admission to Grades 1 - 12
    Admissions tests for Grades 1-12 assess French language skills.
    Grade 1: Candidates must understand and speak French; reading and writing skills are not required.
    Grades 2-12: Both written and oral French skills will be assessed.

  • 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, an entrance exam and an entrance essay.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Lycée Français de Toronto and how they compare with other schools.

  • Breakdown by grade

    Grade Required by Lycée Français de Toronto % of schools requiring
    Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay
    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%
    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 Lycée Français de Toronto says about the application process

    Application fee: $300

    Registration fee: $6,500

    Deposit: N/A


    Description:

    Step 2 ▶︎ Online application

    Families interested in applying to LFT are invited to complete an online application on our admissions portal. Your application is considered complete once you have :

    • fill out the forms
    • uploaded the birth certificate (PDF)
    • uploaded the PDF scanned copies of the most recent report cards (for applicants in SK-Grade 12)
    • paid the non-refundable $300 application fee

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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.


 

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