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	Manor 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 Manor Montessori School).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	Manor Montessori School	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	25	26
  Preschool	10 - 15	20
  JK	5	15
  SK	5	9
  Gr. 1	5	10
  Gr. 2	5	8
  Gr. 3	5	8
  Gr. 4	5	8

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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 Manor Montessori School is typical of the schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	Manor Montessori School	Average of all other schools
  Nursery/Toddler	100%	35%
  Preschool	100%	39%
  JK	100%	41%
  SK	100%	36%
  Gr. 1	100%	39%
  Gr. 2	100%	37%
  Gr. 3	100%	37%
  Gr. 4	100%	38%

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• What Manor Montessori School says it looks for in students

  Manor Montessori is designed for children who learn through hands-on exploration, independence, and meaningful engagement in a calm, structured environment. All children can thrive in our program, as we are committed to meeting each learner where they are and supporting their individual development.
  
  Success is closely connected to family alignment with our Montessori philosophy and approach. We value families who understand and support child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and the development of both academic and whole-child skills.
  
  We deeply care about every student’s growth and work in close partnership with families to ensure each child is supported socially, emotionally, and academically. A shared commitment to respect, consistency, and trust in the Montessori process is key to a successful experience at Manor Montessori.

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

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Manor 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: 36%, Exam: 5%
  Gr. 1		-	-	-	-	Interview: 51%, Exam: 15%, Essay: 2%
  Gr. 2		-	-	-	-	Interview: 52%, Exam: 18%, Essay: 2%
  Gr. 3		-	-	-	-	Interview: 52%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 20%, Essay: 3%
  Gr. 4		-	-	-	-	Interview: 54%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 21%, Essay: 4%

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• What Manor Montessori School says about the application process

  Application fee: $100

  Registration fee: $0

  Deposit: $2,000

  
  Description:

  Admissions Process – Manor Montessori

  Begin by booking a tour or joining one of our open houses to explore our classrooms and learn more about our programs. We look forward to meeting you!

  Next, submit your digital application (found below) along with the $100 application fee for processing.

  If your child is accepted, you will receive an official offer of enrollment from our team. To secure your child’s place, a response is required within 4 days of the offer.

  A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required to confirm enrollment: $2,000 for Toddler and Casa programs and $2,500 for the Elementary program. This deposit is applied toward tuition.

  Once the deposit is received, you will be sent an enrollment confirmation and next steps to prepare for your child’s start.

• 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.