Private schools in Canada have admissions policies, and they require application materials. These may include letters of application, application fees, essays, and tests (such as the SSAT). Many schools also require interviews with prospective students. Schools also use different criteria for evaluating student applications, have different acceptance rates, and target different kinds of students. To improve your child’s chances of acceptance, find out everything you can about a school’s admissions policies and how they assess applicants.
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Discover the dynamic Middle and Senior Schools at GNS, where students develop academically, socially and personally, and where staff empower them to grow into confident, independent learners.
Explore our school from the comfort of your own home!
Discover the dynamic Middle and Senior Schools at GNS, where students develop academically, socially and personally, and where staff empower them to grow into confident, independent learners.
Experience the magical waterfront setting of our Junior School campus, where young students age three through Grade 5 enjoy the beach as their playground and classroom.
This event is intended for families applying for the 2025-2026 academic year. If you are interested in applying for 2024-2025, please contact the Admissions Office ([email protected]).
Experience the magical waterfront setting of our Junior School campus, where young students age three through Grade 5 enjoy the beach as their playground and classroom.
This event is intended for families applying for the 2025-2026 academic year. If you are interested in applying for 2024-2025, please contact the Admissions Office ([email protected]).
Admissions Requirements
Assessment
Required
Grades
Interview
PS - 12
SSAT
SSAT (out of province)
Entrance Exam(s)
3 - 12
Entrance Essay
GNS admissions deadlines and fees
Day students: Rolling Boarding students: Rolling Homestay students: Rolling Offer mid-year entry:
Yes
What GNS says about their admissions requirements:
Application requirements include receiving a completed application form along with a $250 application fee and the two most recent report cards for the applying student. Older students must then complete the entrance exams. We also require the completion of a confidential student report from a current teacher. For international students, we also require copies of passports for both the student and his or her parents, as these are necessary for preparation of custodianship documents. Once these items are received, we perform an onsite or Skype interview. We also prefer, where possible, for the applying student to visit the school for a day.
Acceptance
Learn about the percentage of students typically accepted into Glenlyon Norfolk School. This can help you gauge your chances of getting into this school. For instance, a 95% acceptance rate means a school is relatively easy to get into, while a 10% acceptance rate means it will be difficult to get into.
Glenlyon Norfolk School acceptance rate: 72%
DayHomestay
Glenlyon Norfolk School student entry points
Schools accept different numbers of students at different grade levels. Learn how many students are accepted into Glenlyon Norfolk School at each grade level.
Student Type
JK
SK
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate)
23 - 30 (72%)
0
7 - 11 (72%)
2 - 3 (72%)
3 - 4 (72%)
3 - 12 (80%)
2 - 6 (72%)
16 - 17 (80%)
10 - 19 (80%)
10 - 15 (80%)
11 - 19 (72%)
15 - 21 (72%)
14 - 16 (72%)
0 - 4 (90%)
Homestay Acceptance (Acceptance rate)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
What type of student GNS is looking for:
We are looking for well-rounded students that exhibit the 5 As: Academics, Athletics, Arts, Adventure, and Active Citzenship. A student who is curious, engaged and kind and who will appreciate the small, close-knit community that is GNS and will take advantage of all of the opportunities given to them here whether it be in the arts, athletics, the IB program, service, or the Round Square.
