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Armbrae Academy is a highly academic school and a thriving community of individual talents and personalities. Our selection process has been designed to identify students who are not only able to succeed here academically but who will also contribute to the life of the School.
In addition to our assessment, we emphasize school reports and an interview. We want to be sure that the students who come here will make the most of the opportunities available.
Students must be five years of age on or before December 31 for the year in which entry is sought for Grade Primary.
General Candidate Requirements
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Armbrae’s dedicated small class sizes of 18-22 students and dedicated teachers mean every student is seen, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. We offer a strong, university-preparatory program grounded in academic rigour and focused on critical thinking, creativity, and real-world skills. Armbrae offers programs from preschool through grade 12, with family boarding available for students in Grades 8–12.
Our Advanced Placement (AP) program gives students the opportunity to study at the university level and extend their already advanced academics.
Based on our students’ May 2025 AP performance, Armbrae was named to the AP School Honor Roll, earning Platinum in the College Culture metric, Gold for both College Credit and College Optimization, and an overall Gold AP Honor Roll distinction.
How to Apply: Complete the Online Application Form
The Application for Admission should be completed in full by the parent(s) or guardian(s) and submitted online, accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of $150.
Proof of English Language Proficiency - English is the primary language of instruction at Armbrae Academy. If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of your proficiency in listening, speaking, writing and reading English. We accept official scores from Duolingo English Test.
Psycho-Educational Assessments - Applicants with a diagnosed Learning Disability must provide recent, comprehensive documentation so that informed decisions can be made about eligibility for special consideration during the admission process and for academic accommodation in the school environment. These documents, along with the student's completed application must be received by the Admissions Office before the student is given final consideration.
A student applying for entry at Armbrae will be required to undergo an entrance assessment to determine the student's academic performance and the degree to which academic skills have been mastered. Applicants will be asked to attend Armbrae on specified days for the purposes of the assessment and the interview. Assessment types by division/grade are as follows:
Preschool, PrePrimary, and Primary: Readiness Assessment
Grades 1 - 12: Interview and academic testing
Grade 10 - 12: Guidance consultation
The decision to admit a student is determined by:
The applicant has satisfied the academic requirements of Armbrae through the entrance assessment and prior scholastic achievements.
The applicant has demonstrated a positive attitude towards the standards of dress, discipline, and philosophy required by Armbrae.
The receipt of school reports for the last two years and the confidential school report.
Other Considerations:
Availability - A student will be offered admission depending on the availability of space in the grade.
Legacy Children - Priority may be given to an applicant who has siblings at Armbrae or is the child of an alumnus/alumna.
Waitlists - The student will be placed on a waitlist if there is no space in the grade.
Come For A Visit!
The best way to feel the Armbrae magic is to come for a visit. Book a campus tour for your child and bring the whole family. Better yet, schedule a Spend-A-Day for your child. Our culture of caring and commitment to excellence simply cannot be captured in a brochure or website.
Tuition
Armbrae Academy is an independent school. We are independent in philosophy, driven by our unique mission/vision/values as outlined in our Strategic Plan: Unleash Your Potential We are also independent in the way we are managed and financed: governed by an independent board of governors and supported only through tuition payments, auxiliary income, and charitable contributions. We are not a for-profit “private school”, nor do we receive funding from any government sources.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees for the 2026-2027 academic year are as follows:
PreSchool - PrePrimary: $17,342
Lower School (Grades Primary - 5): $23,090;
Middle and Upper School (Grades 6 - 12): $24,961
International Students (Grades PS - 12): $34,500
Before School Care (7:30am-8:00pm): $10/day
After school care (4:30pm-5:45pm): $15/day
Armbrae offers a family-focused sibling discount on tuition. A $1,000 discount is applied to the second child, and a $2,000 discount is applied to the third and each additional sibling.
Entrance Fee
The $4,000 Entrance Fee is a one-time, non-refundable payment required for acceptance of new students into Armbrae. It applies to each of the first two children in a family and is separate from tuition. Installment options are available for PreSchool and PrePrimary students.
Tuition
AssistancE
Armbrae’s tuition assistance program is a needs-based bursary program for domestic students in Grades 6 through 12. The Tuition Assistance Committee reviews applications with a focus on a family’s financial need and the student’s potential to contribute to the school community. Because funding for tuition assistance and scholarships is limited, the school’s enrollment priorities are also a key consideration when determining awards.
Applications for bursary funding are processed through Apple Financial Services, and it is recommended to apply early due to rolling deadlines and budget constraints. The school also offers scholarship opportunities which are merit based and outside of any demonstrated need related to the family’s fiscal situation.
Entrance Scholarships
Entrance scholarships are competitive, one-year merit awards that may be granted to qualifying students upon admission. Separate from needs-based bursaries, these awards recognize exceptional academic results and the potential to enrich the Armbrae community. The Admissions Committee conducts a selective review of each applicant’s holistic profile, seeking excellence in key areas such as academics, the arts, athletics, debate, and leadership.
Selection Process & Criteria There is no separate application for entrance scholarships. Instead, the Admissions Committee automatically considers candidates based on the comprehensive materials submitted during the standard enrolment process. To be considered for an award, families must simply indicate their interest in scholarship funding on the student’s initial application for admission.
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Students in Grades 6 through 12, based on demonstrated financial need.
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Domestic families (Canadian citizenship or PR status) must complete an application with Apple Financial Services. Apple Financial analyzes a family’s financial resources and provides recommendations to the Armbrae’s Tuition Assistance Committee.
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Awards are based on a family’s need and the school’s available funds. Priority is given to families who meet the criteria and whose children show the greatest potential to contribute to Armbrae’s mission. Funds are awarded on a rolling basis, so early application is advised. A maximum award of 60% of school fees (needs based) would be awarded.
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All requests are treated with the utmost confidentiality. If you wish to discuss your family’s financial circumstances, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Admissions team or call the school directly. Families are expected to hold any awards offered in confidence. Failure to do so could result in removal of tuition assistance granted
Families who are awarded bursary funding must file yearly with Apple Financial to ensure awards can be reviewed. The deadline to submit yearly requests for returning Armbrae families is February 28th of the current school year.
