ADMISSIONS

An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.

• 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	Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning	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) 7, 9 and 12 (for the same grades offered at Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	5	9
  Gr. 6	5	9
  Gr. 7	5	17
  Gr. 8	5	9
  Gr. 9	5	23
  Gr. 10	5	12
  Gr. 11	5	12
  Gr. 12	5	13

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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 Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning is typical of the schools we cover.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	90%	38%
  Gr. 6	90%	37%
  Gr. 7	90%	39%
  Gr. 8	90%	36%
  Gr. 9	90%	42%
  Gr. 10	90%	39%
  Gr. 11	90%	38%
  Gr. 12	90%	36%

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• What Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning says it looks for in students

  Youth who thrive at our centre are those who desire to be part of a community that cares for one another. Self-directed learning can be done anywhere, so while we do offer mentoring support and guidance, what young people truly value is our community. We are looking for people who want to be with peers of all ages, work on self-exploration and agency, and generally support community-building.

• 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 Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	% of schools requiring
  		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%
  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 Passages Centre for Self-Directed Learning says about the application process

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: 10%

  
  Description:

  All interested youth first attend an Information Session and Tour, then they're invited to book a Discovery Week to ensure we’re a good fit for all. During this time, your child will join us as other learners, attending classes they choose, working on projects or exploring materials, taking credit classes, or simply getting to know everyone.

  They can join us in the gym, cooking in the kitchen or on any outings. The fee for this week is $225.

  Discovery Weeks are ongoing throughout the year.

• 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.