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	St. Anne's 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%

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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 St. Anne's School).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	St. Anne's School	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	20	9
  Gr. 6	0 - 5	9
  Gr. 7	20	17
  Gr. 8	20	9
  Gr. 9	20	23
  Gr. 10	0 - 5	12
  Gr. 11	0 - 5	12
  Gr. 12	-	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.

See data for other schools below.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	St. Anne's School	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 5	60%	38%
  Gr. 6	60%	37%
  Gr. 7	60%	39%
  Gr. 8	60%	36%
  Gr. 9	60%	42%
  Gr. 10	60%	39%
  Gr. 11	60%	38%
  Gr. 12	-	36%

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• What St. Anne's School says it looks for in students

  St. Anne’s School seeks students who are curious, courageous, and community-minded. Ideal candidates are eager to engage in a vibrant academic and co-curricular environment, embrace challenge, and contribute meaningfully to our all-in school culture. We admit girls who are intellectually adventurous, emotionally aware, socially responsible, and interested in the plethora of athletic opportunities we offer – those who thrive in a setting that balances rigour with wellness and creativity with compassion.
  
  Students who succeed here are open to interdisciplinary learning, committed to daily participation in athletics and the arts, and excited to help shape a growing legacy. Attributes like resilience, integrity, empathy, and leadership are central and guide our admissions decisions. We welcome girls who are ready not just to learn, but to lead, and who see their education as a launchpad for making a difference in the world.

• 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 St. Anne's School and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by St. Anne's School					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  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 St. Anne's School says about the application process

  Application fee: $175

  Registration fee: $5,000

  Deposit: $3,000

  
  Description:

  STEP 1:
  
  Complete the online application and pay the non-refundable application fee of $175. (Application link above)
  
  STEP 2:
  
  Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email and have access to the Application Checklist. This includes access to upload the following required documents:
   

  • Recent photo of the candidate
  • Candidate Statement Form
  • Confidential School Recommendation Form (sent directly to a teacher)
  • Previous two years of final June report cards (June 2023 and 2024)
  • Current year report cards (Fall and Winter – as these become available)
  • A sampling of earned certificates and awards (if received)

  STEP 3:
   

  Students being considered for entry will be invited to a 30-minute formal candidate interview. Our main intake years include Grades 5, 7, 8 and 9, as these grades have the most available positions. Positions in all other grades are limited to attrition.

   

  STEP 4:
   

  Applications that are completed, along with the candidate interview, by December 1, 2023, will be considered in our first round of Admission offers.

   

  The following decisions will be made:
   

  • Accepted for September 2025
  • Waitlisted (additional documentation may be requested)
  • Declined (the candidate will not be successful in our program at this time)

  Admission decisions will be sent out Monday, December 16, 2024. Admission offers after this date will be made on a rolling basis and will be dependent on the available spots that remain.

  
  English Requirements
   

  St. Anne’s School does not offer an ESL program. For students to be successful at St. Anne’s School, they must demonstrate fluency in English in both oral and written communication. Applicants applying to Grades 5 through 11 whose first language is not English may be required to complete an English proficiency test such as the TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo assessment.

• 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.