Admissions
At Keystone we appreciate the importance of the decision to invest in your son or daughter's private education; therefore, we encourage prospective parents to visit us for an informal tour and discussion about what we can offer your child. Book A Tour
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We also invite you to take advantage of our FREE WEEK TRIAL to see if your son or daughter adapts well to our unique learning environment.
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Follow up visits are recommended with all interested parties to discuss the possibility of your future with Keystone Montessori School.
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Please read below for age specific admissions guidelines. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time: adam@keystonemontessori.ca
Casa Program (3.8 years up to 6 years old)
1. Interested parents are asked to Book A Tour to observe the class with their children present so they can learn about the school and see their children partake in classroom activities.
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2. After the tour, the school will determine the best time for your child to begin their free one week trial. You will be notified of the available weeks and asked if you want to take advantage of the free trial offer at that time.
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3. Admission decisions are based on an evaluation of the child’s school visits and a discussion with the child’s parents to determine if the child would be comfortable in the program and whether the school can meet the individual child’s and parents’ needs.
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4. Parents will be notified as to whether or not their child has been accepted into the program.
5. The child will be placed on a six week probation period to ensure a good fit exists between the student and school.
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NOTE: Spaces in the Casa fill quickly. It is a good idea to express your interest as early as possible to avoid being disappointed.
Elementary Programs (Grade 1 to 8)
The admissions process in elementary is as follows:
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1. Interested parents are asked to Book A Tour to observe the class with their children present so they can learn about the school and see their children partake in classroom activities.
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2. After the tour, the school will determine the best time for your child to begin their free one week trial. You will be notified of the available weeks and asked if you want to take advantage of the free trial offer at that time.
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3. After the free trial period, the child will be informally assessed academically and socially for placement purposes, and the parent must give Keystone Montessori & Elementary School permission to contact the child’s former school to discuss academic and social history. A written evaluation from the child’s previous teacher may be required.
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4. Once all the relevant information and factors have been taken into consideration, the parents will be notified as to whether the school is a good fit for the child.
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5. Upon acceptance, the parent officially registers his or her child with the school and completes the necessary paperwork.
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6. The student will be placed on a six week probation period to see whether the student adapts well to our unique learning environment and whether the school is a good fit for the child.
Upon Acceptance (both Casa & Elementary)
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Upon acceptance, the parent officially registers his or her child with the school by providing the following:
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– A completed application form
– A registration fee and tuition deposit is required with the application.
– Nine posted dated cheques (dated the 1st of the month for each of September through May)
– Photocopies of the child’s immunization record
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There is a discount for any additional siblings that enroll in the school.
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