Private schools in Canada have admissions policies, and they require application materials. These may include letters of application, application fees, essays, and tests (such as the SSAT). Many schools also require interviews with prospective students. Schools also use different criteria for evaluating student applications, have different acceptance rates, and target different kinds of students. To improve your child’s chances of acceptance, find out everything you can about a school’s admissions policies and how they assess applicants.
What St. Jude's Academy says about their admissions requirements:
STEP 1: THE TOUR
We begin with a personalized information session, offering an in-depth understanding of our IB Programme and Student Life. Subsequent to this session, we extend an invitation for you to embark on a personalized tour of our St. Jude’s Academy campus – you will be able to experience our classrooms in session, engage with our dedicated teachers, and ask questions.
We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you to the St. Jude’s Academy family!
STEP 2: THE ASSESSMENT
For students in Grades 1 to 8, applicants complete one day of assessments in reading, writing and math, to give us a better understanding of their strengths and opportunities.
We also ask for the following:
1. For Upper School students (Grades 9 to 12): English, Science or Social Studies teacher reference
THIS FORM is to be completed by the student’s current English, Science or Social Studies teacher.
2. For Upper School students (Grades 9 to 12): Math teacher reference
THIS FORM is to be completed by the student’s current Math teacher.
3. Report Cards for SK – Grade 8
Please scan (or take clear pictures with your phone) the two most recent Report Cards for your child.
During the summer, as schools are closed, Teacher References are not required for new registrations for the September 2024 start date. We will be reviewing report cards to assess suitability for our academic program
Upper School (Grades 9 to 12) students’ Teacher Reference forms must be submitted from the teachers to the Admissions Office email ([email protected])directly. Please submit supporting documents by emailing them to our Admissions Team at [email protected].
STEP 3: THE DECISION
Admission decisions are made based on a careful review of the applicant’s report cards, academic potential, extracurricular accomplishments, character and overall suitability for the IB St. Jude’s Academy experience.
Please let us know if your child has any academic, social or behavioural concerns. Learning support is available. Our Guidance Counsellor continues to assess student cases as needed.
STEP 4: THE FINAL STEP - REGISTRATION FORMS
Once your Report Cards are assessed, and we believe that your child would be a good fit for St. Jude’s Academy, we will invite you to complete and submit our Registration Package electronically. This package is available on our website by grade on our Tuition and Fees page, linked below, and or will be sent to you on completion of the Information Session.
Detailed payment options are in the Registration Package.
Welcome to St. Jude’s Academy! We look forward to meeting you soon!
Learn about the percentage of students typically accepted into St. Jude's Academy. This can help you gauge your chances of getting into this school. For instance, a 95% acceptance rate means a school is relatively easy to get into, while a 10% acceptance rate means it will be difficult to get into.
St. Jude's Academy acceptance rate: 40%
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St. Jude's Academy student entry points
Schools accept different numbers of students at different grade levels. Learn how many students are accepted into St. Jude's Academy at each grade level.
Student Type
JK
SK
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Day Acceptance (Acceptance rate)
36 (25%)
5 - 10 (25%)
1 - 5 (25%)
1 - 5 (25%)
1 - 5 (25%)
5 - 10 (25%)
5 - 10 (25%)
5 - 10 (25%)
5 - 10 (40%)
5 - 10 (40%)
5 - 10 (50%)
5 - 10 (50%)
5 - 10 (50%)
5 - 10 (50%)
What type of student St. Jude's Academy is looking for:
Welcome! We are delighted that you are considering St. Jude’s Academy. This application package is an integral part of our admissions process.
Please be assured that none of the questions are intended to prevent students from being invited to attend our school. We are trying to gain as much information about students and their families as possible so that all parties involved have a solid foundation for a rich and engaging personal interview.
We admit students for the following September on a continuous basis throughout the year. Admission to St. Jude’s Academy is competitive; thus, to avoid disappointment, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
