ADMISSIONS
The Country Day School has a November deadline for Day entry, with a potentially selective admissions process including an interview and entrance exam.
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VISITING THE SCHOOL
The Country Day School will host its next open house on October 15, 2026.
An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.
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Upcoming events schedule
Event name Date RSVP Middle/Senior School Open House Oct 15, 2026 RSVP Middle/Senior School Open House
The Country Day School Open House
RSVP- Oct 15, 2026
- 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
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The Country Day School13415 Dufferin Street
King, ON, L7B 1K5
This is an opportunity for your family to tour our beautiful 100-acre campus, meet our students, faculty and staff, and enjoy some of our Dining Hall's most popular lunch offerings. Attending an Open House is an excellent way for families to gain valuable insights into our school community, especially those considering applying to CDS for the upcoming year. We look forward to meeting you and ask that you RSVP at www.cds.on.ca/visitus when registration opens in mid-August!
Junior School Open House Oct 17, 2026 RSVP Junior School Open House
The Country Day School Open House
RSVP- Oct 17, 2026
- 09:30 am to 12:30 pm
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The Country Day School13415 Dufferin Street
King, ON, L7B 1K5
Each academic year, we host several open houses to give families the chance to tour our school. Your family will enjoy a one-hour guided tour led by one (or two) of our Student Ambassadors. Along the way, you will meet CDS teachers, current parents, and Admission team members. We will finish your visit in our Marchè-style Dining Hall and sample some of the lunchtime favourites! We ask that you RSVP at www.cds.on.ca/visitus when registration opens in mid-August!
Middle/Senior School Open House Oct 21, 2026 RSVP Middle/Senior School Open House
The Country Day School Open House
RSVP- Oct 21, 2026
- 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm
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The Country Day School13415 Dufferin Street
King, ON, L7B 1K5
This is an opportunity for your family to tour our beautiful 100-acre campus, meet our students, faculty and staff, and enjoy some of our Dining Hall's most popular lunch offerings. Attending an Open House is an excellent way for families to gain valuable insights into our school community, especially those considering applying to CDS for the upcoming year. We look forward to meeting you and ask that you RSVP at www.cds.on.ca/visitus when registration opens in mid-August!
Deadline for Entry Grades 4, 7 & 9 Nov 3, 2026 Learn More Deadline for Entry Grades 4, 7 & 9
The Country Day School Application Deadline
Learn More- Nov 3, 2026
- 12:00 am to 12:00 am
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The Country Day School13415 Dufferin Street
King, ON, L7B 1K5
The online application for September 2027 entrance will open for all grades by the end of August, and we recommend applying for admission at your earliest opportunity.
Entry Years Grades (4, 7 & 9) November 3, 2026
All Additional Grades, including JK December 1, 2026
Equal consideration for all available spaces
Applications received after December 1st will be considered on a rolling basis after January 2027, based on available space.Regular Decision Deadline Dec 1, 2026 Learn More Regular Decision Deadline
The Country Day School Application Deadline
Learn More- Dec 1, 2026
- 12:00 am to 12:00 am
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The Country Day School13415 Dufferin St.
King, ON, L7B 1K5
The online application for September 2027 entrance will open for all grades at the end of August, and we recommend applying for admission at your earliest opportunity.
Entry Years Grades (4, 7 & 9) November 3, 2026
All Additional Grades, including JK December 1, 2026
Equal consideration for all available spaces
Applications received after December 1st will be considered on a rolling basis after January 2027, based on available space. -
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.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
The final deadline is November 3, 2026 for Day entry at The Country Day School.
Entry is typically for the beginning of the next school year in September.
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Application deadline by enrollment type(s)
Month The Country Day School Other schools Fixed deadline Fixed deadline Rolling admissions September 0% 90% of all other schools have rolling admissions October Less than 1% November Day deadline: November 3, 2026
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% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
Why it matters
The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.
ACCEPTANCE RATE
We do not have reliable data on the acceptance rate at this school.
See data for other schools below.
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What The Country Day School says it looks for in students
The Country Day School recruits students who have the desire and potential to engage in their studies and embrace all facets of school life. A balanced education includes academics, athletics, the arts, service and opportunities to learn otuside of the classroom. The admission process identifies students who will thrive in the CDS environment so that we will continue to meet our objective of developing students who are confident, independent, intellectually curious, morally responsible, appreciative of the arts, physically fit and globally aware.
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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.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admissions process may require an interview and an entrance exam.
See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at The Country Day School and how they compare with other schools.
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Breakdown by grade
Grade Required by The Country Day 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: 21%, 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: 49%, 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% Unlock to view how other schools compare. -
What The Country Day School says about the application process
Application fee: $150
Registration fee: $5,000
Deposit: N/A
Description:Submit completed Application Package
- The completed Application Form including the Confidential Teacher Report Form
- Current school Report Cards and final reports from the previous two years
- Photograph of the applicant
- Birth Certificate or passport (photocopy)
- Application fee of $150 (non-refundable) made by cheque, payable to The Country Day School
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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.
