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	Peoples Christian Academy (PCA)	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.

Acceptance rate at Peoples Christian Academy (PCA) is typical of the schools we cover.

• What Peoples Christian Academy (PCA) says it looks for in students

  As a Christian school we would be looking for families/students who are in support of our Mission Statement, which is based on the basic tenets of Christianity. Students need to be diligent, respectful, and caring individuals. We understand that students are individuals and these attributes will develop over time.

• 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 Peoples Christian Academy (PCA) and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by Peoples Christian Academy (PCA)					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  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%
  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 Peoples Christian Academy (PCA) says about the application process

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: N/A

  
  Description:

  Families are invited to contact the school for full information, as well as schedule an appointment for a personal tour.  Applications are received throughout the year.  The submission date will be noted and families will be contacted to begin the acceptance process on a first come, first served basis.  The actual interview date will generally fall after the school's re-registration deadline (February).  The application must be fully completed and be supported by the required documents such as report cards or transcripts.  Upon the completion of the interview a student would be accepted based on meeting all the requirements of enrollment.  The family would then need to fulfill financial obligations to secure a placement for their child. 

• 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.