ADMISSIONS
What is involved in the admissions process at Lycée international de Calgary? 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
Lycée international de Calgary has rolling admissions for Day and Homestay entry.
See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month Lycée international de Calgary Other schools Rolling admissions Fixed deadline Rolling admissions September Day and Homestay 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) 9, 10 and 12 (for the same grades offered at Lycée international de Calgary).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day Lycée international de Calgary Average of all other schools Preschool 30 - 40 24 JK 16 - 32 16 SK 10 - 20 10 Gr. 1 1 - 5 10 Gr. 2 1 - 5 8 Gr. 3 1 - 5 8 Gr. 4 1 - 5 9 Gr. 5 1 - 5 9 Gr. 6 1 - 5 9 Gr. 7 1 - 5 16 Gr. 8 1 - 5 10 Gr. 9 1 - 5 23 Gr. 10 1 - 5 13 Gr. 11 1 - 5 13 Gr. 12 1 - 5 13 Entry grade Number of openings available: Homestay Lycée international de Calgary Average of all other schools Gr. 9 1 - 5 10 Gr. 10 5 - 10 10 Gr. 11 5 - 10 10 Gr. 12 5 - 10 12 -
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 international de Calgary is typical of the schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day Lycée international de Calgary Average of all other schools Preschool 95% 39% JK 95% 42% SK 90% 36% Gr. 1 50% 40% Gr. 2 50% 37% Gr. 3 50% 36% Gr. 4 50% 36% Gr. 5 50% 36% Gr. 6 50% 36% Gr. 7 50% 38% Gr. 8 50% 35% Gr. 9 50% 40% Gr. 10 50% 38% Gr. 11 50% 37% Gr. 12 50% 35% Grade Acceptance rate: Homestay Lycée international de Calgary Average of all other schools Gr. 9 80% 40% Gr. 10 80% 38% Gr. 11 80% 37% Gr. 12 80% 35% -
What Lycée international de Calgary says it looks for in students
We are looking for students and families aligned with our mission: To provide a challenging and stimulating bilingual education within a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
At the maternelle (preschool and kindergarten) level, most incoming students do not speak French. Approximately 80 per cent of the school's families do not speak French at home. From grade one and above, French is a requirement and applicants must pass a French-language test at their grade level. -
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 Lycée international de Calgary and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by Lycée international de Calgary % 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 international de Calgary says about the application process
Application fee: $250
Registration fee: N/A
Deposit: N/A
Description:All linguistic backgrounds are welcome. No prior French exposure is needed to enrol in our preschool and kindergarten programs. We conduct an informal assessment with preschool-aged children and formally test for entrance in Grade 1 and above.
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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.
