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	North York Academy	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.

Admissions at North York Academy is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.

• What North York Academy says it looks for in students

  This information is not currently available.

• 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 North York Academy and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by North York Academy					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  Gr. 9		-	-	-	-	Interview: 48%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 10		-	-	-	-	Interview: 47%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 11		-	-	-	-	Interview: 47%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 19%, Essay: 12%
  Gr. 12		-	-	-	-	Interview: 42%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 15%, Essay: 10%

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• What North York Academy says about the application process

  Application fee: $200

  Registration fee: $0

  Deposit: $0

  
  Description:

  Applicants are required to submit our online application form and provide the following documents. After reviewing the application our admissions team will invite applicants for a formal interview, a decision will be made and notified to families after the procces. 

  • Academic Transcript & Report card from the past two years (most updated for current year) 
  • Proof of age, passport/birth certificate
  • For international students applying to North York Academy, an internal ESL assessment is required to complete 

   

• 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.