ADMISSIONS
Pear Tree School offers rolling admissions with a more competitive acceptance rate than most other schools, requiring possible interviews, exams, and essays. Popular entry grades include K, 1, and 8.
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Insider community voices
Hear directly from Pear Tree School community as they share insights into the Admissions.
Facts and analysis
VISITING THE SCHOOL
Upcoming open houses will be announced here.
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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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
Pear Tree School 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 Pear Tree 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% 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) K, 8 and 9.
The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) K, 7 and 9 (for the same grades offered at Pear Tree School).
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Breakdown by grade
Entry grade Number of openings available: Day Pear Tree School Average of all other schools K 8 - 16 14 Gr. 1 4 - 8 10 Gr. 2 1 - 3 8 Gr. 3 1 - 3 8 Gr. 4 1 - 3 8 Gr. 5 1 - 3 9 Gr. 6 1 - 8 9 Gr. 7 1 - 8 17 Gr. 8 8 - 16 9 Gr. 9 8 - 16 23 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
50% of all applications are accepted.
Admissions at Pear Tree School is more competitive than the majority of the schools we cover.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Acceptance rate: Day Pear Tree School Average of all other schools K 60% 24% Gr. 1 60% 39% Gr. 2 60% 37% Gr. 3 60% 37% Gr. 4 60% 38% Gr. 5 60% 38% Gr. 6 60% 37% Gr. 7 60% 39% Gr. 8 60% 36% Gr. 9 60% 42% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
What Pear Tree School says it looks for in students
Pear Tree School works best for students who want to know why — not just what. Kids who get absorbed in a problem. Kids who like making things, figuring things out, and showing what they've built.
You don't need a "gifted" child. You need a child who can engage. The method demands curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to work with others. Students who arrive expecting to sit quietly and receive information find the adjustment real.
The students who thrive here tend to share a few traits: they ask questions, they don't give up easily, and they care about doing good work — not just finished work. They're often the kids who were bored, frustrated, or underestimated elsewhere.
Families matter too. PT works best when parents believe that how a child learns is as important as what they learn — and when they're genuinely curious about the method, not just looking for a smaller class size.
Our admissions process is designed to surface fit, not just ability. Stage 1 takes three minutes. The assessment and interview that follow tell us what we actually need to know: whether your child and PT are right for each other. We'd rather tell you it's not a fit early than discover it after enrolment. -
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, an entrance exam and an entrance essay.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at Pear Tree School and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by Pear Tree School % of schools requiring Interview SSAT SSAT (out of province) Entrance exam Entrance essay K - - - Interview: 41%, Exam: 8% 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% Gr. 9 - - Interview: 48%, SSAT: 1%, Exam: 23%, Essay: 11% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
What Pear Tree School says about the application process
Application fee: $330
Registration fee: $4,000
Deposit: 33%
Description:Visit our Website for up-to-date information about our Admissions process [link]:
- Apply online — 3 questions, a short form, and a non-refundable application fee. No documents, no essays at this stage.
- Tell us what matters — a short questionnaire sent by email (5–8 minutes, on your own time).
- Assessment — your child joins a group session at school so we can see how they engage with the method.
- Offer & enrolment — documents and enrolment paperwork are collected here, not before.
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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.
