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Lycée international de Calgary ADMISSIONS
Lycée international de Calgary has a typically selective rolling admissions process for Day and Homestay applicants. Popular entry grades include PS, JK, and SK, which differs from many schools where upper grades tend to have more openings, and applicants may be asked to complete an interview or entrance exam.
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VISITING THE SCHOOL
Lycée international de Calgary will host its next open house on November 7, 2026.
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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Upcoming events schedule
Event name Date RSVP Group Tour Sep 23, 2026 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Sep 23, 2026
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Oct 9, 2026 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Oct 9, 2026
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Information Session Oct 15, 2026 Learn More Information Session
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Oct 15, 2026
- 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Oct 21, 2026 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Oct 21, 2026
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Open House - November 7, 2026 Nov 7, 2026 RSVP Open House - November 7, 2026
Lycée international de Calgary Open House
RSVP- Nov 7, 2026
- 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
What You Will Experience
Our Open House is designed to be an engaging, interactive day that allows you to experience the breadth and depth of the Lycée difference:
- Meet Our Faculty: Engage directly with our dedicated teachers from Maternelle (Preschool) through High School and learn about the unique teaching methods that blend the rigorous French Ministry of Education and Alberta Curricula.
- Explore Our Programs: See our classes in action! Discover the creativity of our arts, music and gym program including a chance to see the climbing wall.
- Hear the Voices of Lycée: Enjoy special performances, including a Choir Performance featuring our students, and attend informative sessions with our leadership team.
- Tour Our Campus: Take a guided tour to see our learning environments, specialized facilities, and the welcoming spaces where our students thrive.
Whether you are interested in our early years program or our dual-diploma high school, this is the most comprehensive way to see how our IMPACT values come to life every day.
Information Session Nov 25, 2026 Learn More Information Session
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Nov 25, 2026
- 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Nov 26, 2026 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Nov 26, 2026
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Jan 20, 2027 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Jan 20, 2027
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Information Session Jan 27, 2027 Learn More Information Session
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Jan 27, 2027
- 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Feb 10, 2027 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Feb 10, 2027
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
Group Tour Mar 10, 2027 Learn More Group Tour
Lycée international de Calgary Other Event
Learn More- Mar 10, 2027
- 09:00 am to 10:00 am
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Lycée international de Calgary4099 Garrison Boulevard Southwest
Calgary, AB, T2T 6G2
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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 offers rolling admissions.
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 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 1% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
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, 7 and 9 (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 19 JK 16 - 32 15 SK 10 - 20 9 Gr. 1 1 - 5 10 Gr. 2 1 - 5 8 Gr. 3 1 - 5 8 Gr. 4 1 - 5 8 Gr. 5 1 - 5 9 Gr. 6 1 - 5 9 Gr. 7 1 - 5 16 Gr. 8 1 - 5 9 Gr. 9 1 - 5 24 Gr. 10 1 - 5 12 Gr. 11 1 - 5 12 Gr. 12 1 - 5 12 Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
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% 40% JK 95% 41% SK 90% 37% Gr. 1 50% 39% Gr. 2 50% 37% Gr. 3 50% 37% Gr. 4 50% 38% Gr. 5 50% 38% Gr. 6 50% 37% Gr. 7 50% 40% Gr. 8 50% 37% Gr. 9 50% 42% Gr. 10 50% 39% Gr. 11 50% 39% Gr. 12 50% 36% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
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: 17%, Exam: 1% JK - - - - Interview: 34%, Exam: 4% SK - - - - Interview: 34%, Exam: 5% Gr. 1 - - - - Interview: 48%, Exam: 13%, Essay: 1% Gr. 2 - - - - Interview: 50%, Exam: 16%, Essay: 2% Gr. 3 - - - - Interview: 50%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 18%, Essay: 3% Gr. 4 - - - - Interview: 52%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 20%, Essay: 4% Gr. 5 - - - - Interview: 53%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 5% Gr. 6 - - - - Interview: 56%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 7% Gr. 7 - - - - Interview: 58%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10% Gr. 8 - - - - Interview: 59%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10% Gr. 9 - - - - Interview: 47%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 21%, Essay: 11% Gr. 10 - - - - Interview: 46%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 18%, Essay: 11% Gr. 11 - - - - Interview: 45%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 18%, Essay: 12% Gr. 12 - - - - Interview: 41%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 14%, Essay: 11% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
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.
