Ancaster Montessori School ADMISSIONS

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.

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

• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	Ancaster Montessori School	Other schools
  	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	Day admissions	0%	90% of all other schools have rolling admissions
  October		Less than 1%
  November		1%
  December		7%
  January		2%
  February		1%
  March		2%
  April		Less than 1%
  May		Less than 1%
  June		Less than 1%
  July		0%
  August		Less than 1%

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• 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) NS, PS and JK (for the same grades offered at Ancaster Montessori School).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	Ancaster Montessori School	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	10 - 20	25
  Preschool	8 - 10	19
  JK	8 - 10	15
  SK	8 - 10	9

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• 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 Ancaster Montessori School is typical of the schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	Ancaster Montessori School	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	70%	35%
  Preschool	80%	38%
  JK	80%	41%
  SK	80%	36%

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• What Ancaster Montessori School says it looks for in students

  AMS is an excellent fit for children who thrive in an environment that encourages independence, curiosity and self-confidence. Families who value authentic Montessori education, personalized attention, and have a commitment to completing Montessori programming find AMS to be an exceptional fit. Success at AMS is built on a strong partnership between the school and families who embrace the Montessori philosophy and value the development of the whole child.

• 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 Ancaster Montessori School and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Ancaster Montessori School					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  Nursery/Toddler		-	-	-	-	Interview: 8%
  Preschool		-	-	-	-	Interview: 18%, Exam: 1%
  JK		-	-	-	-	Interview: 35%, Exam: 4%
  SK		-	-	-	-	Interview: 35%, Exam: 5%

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• What Ancaster Montessori School says about the application process

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: $1

  Deposit: $500

  
  Description:

  Families typically begin the enrollment process by contacting us through our website or calling the school directly. Upon inquiry, we provide a pre-registration waiting list form. We then arrange tours and placement offers based on current availability. Registration for new students opens annually in February. Current families receive priority placement in January to reserve their space for the upcoming summer and school year programs.
   

• 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.