ADMISSIONS

What is involved in the admissions process at St. John's-Kilmarnock 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

Facts and analysis

VISITING THE SCHOOL

St. John's-Kilmarnock School does not have any upcoming open houses. You can ask them for a personal tour instead.

Outside of school events, like open houses, you can schedule a tour of the school (visit website). If arranged on a regular school day, a tour may provide a realistic view of school life.

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

St. John's-Kilmarnock School has rolling admissions for Day and Boarding entry.

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

Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

Month	St. John's-Kilmarnock School	Other schools
Month	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
September	Day and Boarding 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

We do not have reliable data on the acceptance rate at this school.

See data for other schools below.

What St. John's-Kilmarnock School says it looks for in students

SJK is committed to enrolling students who value community, are well-rounded, naturally curious and are committed to personal growth in all facets of school life. Our goal is to ensure your child can be happy and successful during their educational journey at SJK. We want our students to find both their place and themselves here.

The best way to get to know more about our vibrant learning community is to come for a personalized family tour. We invite you and your family to come and experience SJK.
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 St. John's-Kilmarnock School and how they compare with other schools.

Breakdown by grade

Grade	Required by St. John's-Kilmarnock 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 St. John's-Kilmarnock School says about the application process

Application fee: N/A

Registration fee: $2,000

Deposit: $5,000

Description:
SJK begins to accept applications on August 15 for the next academic year. We encourage families to apply early as we typically receive more applications than we have available places.

Please apply online.
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.

It's always good that there's choice, that there is the right school for every family. I encourage people to look broadly at all their options and reach out to us to really understand what we offer as a school. If it's possible, come and visit us because the best way to learn more about us is to actually be here and to experience it firsthand. Look at the students and to look at what they're doing. Look at how they seem. Do they seem happy? Do they seem engaged in what they're doing? If possible, if you're able to talk to the students, ask what they're doing and hear firsthand from them what the learning activity is. We have exceptional teachers. I think lots of independent schools have exceptional teachers, but does it translate into the student experience and are they really learning what they need to be learning? You can often see a lot when you look at the students.

—Cheryl Boughton, Head of School (see full interview)

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