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	Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering	Other schools
  		Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	-	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.

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• What Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering says it looks for in students

  We are looking for families / students who are committed to Montessori's belief that children have different learning styles and that our goal of having each child reach their potential in each area of development and curriculum is important. Montessori offers a whole person approach to education which needs to be respected by all involved parties.

• 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 Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering					% 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: 22%, Essay: 4%
  Gr. 5		-	-	-	-	Interview: 55%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 24%, Essay: 5%
  Gr. 6		-	-	-	-	Interview: 59%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 7%
  Gr. 7		-	-	-	-	Interview: 61%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 27%, Essay: 10%
  Gr. 8		-	-	-	-	Interview: 62%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 26%, Essay: 10%

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• What Montessori Learning Centre of Pickering says about the application process

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: $120

  Deposit: N/A

  
  Description:

  We meet with prospective parents to ensure that they have read through our admissions package and that Montessori's philosophies and theories are in line with their educational plan.  We arrange some on site visits, as needed, to further ensure that parents are aware of how the classrooms work and the expectations of the school.

• 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.