ADMISSIONS

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

• Upcoming events schedule

  2027-28 Application Released

  St. John's-Kilmarnock School Application Deadline

  • Aug 15, 2026

  • 12:00 am to 12:00 am

  • Online

  • https://www.sjkschool.org/admissions/apply

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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.

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• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	St. John's-Kilmarnock School	Other schools
  	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	Day and Boarding 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.

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• What St. John's-Kilmarnock School says it looks for in students

  SJK is committed to enrolling students who value community, are well-rounded, naturally curious and are committed to personal growth in all facets of school life. Our goal is to ensure your child can be happy and successful during their educational journey at SJK. We want our students to find both their place and themselves here.
  
  The best way to get to know more about our vibrant learning community is to come for a personalized family tour. We invite you and your family to come and experience SJK.

• 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. John's-Kilmarnock School and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

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

  Application fee: N/A

  Registration fee: $3,000

  Deposit: $5,000

  
  Description:

  SJK begins to accept applications on August 15 for the next academic year. We encourage families to apply early as we typically receive more applications than we have available places.

  Please apply online.

• 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.