Admissions FAQ

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

• How do I apply to The Bishop Strachan School?

  Simply click on Apply, create an account and fill out the online application form, including the parent and student questionnaires. You can pause and resume your application at any time before submitting it.

• When can I submit a Day School application to BSS?

  Applications for Day students are accepted from August to December. We encourage all families to apply during this period. If you missed the deadline or you are relocating from a different city or country, please email us directly at studentrecruiting@bss.on.ca.

• When can I submit a Boarding application to BSS?

  Boarding applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Space is limited, however, so please apply early.

• Can I still apply to BSS even if the deadline has passed?

  If you would like to submit a Day application and you missed the December deadline, please email us directly at studentrecruiting@bss.on.ca.

• What documents are required for an application to BSS?

  The first step is to apply online. You will then be asked to submit supporting documentation, such as:

  • Your child’s passport or birth certificate
  • Report cards from the past two years
  • A recent photo of the student
  • A family photo
  • Psychoeducational assessment or IEP (where applicable)
  • SSAT results (where applicable)
  • References (optional)

  After you have provided these documents, you can schedule your assessment and interview. Learn more about the assessment and interview process.

• What happens after I have submitted my application and required documentation?

  After your application and documentation are submitted, you will have access to our online interview booking site. You will be able to pick a time that works for your family.
  
  

  Day applicants who submitted their application by the December deadline will receive a decision by the third week of February, on the Common Offer Day, in line with other independent schools in Toronto. All admissions decisions are communicated by email.