READY TO ENROLL

Once you have decided to enroll, the next steps are:

  1. Submit Documents and deposit

    a. Completed Application for Enrollment

    b. Completed Parental Form of Agreement

    c. Complete the Student Profile online
    d. Copy of proof of birth — birth certificate, passport, etc.

    e. Immunization Information for New Registrants: Please follow the directions provided by the Region of Peel Health Unit.

    After reporting the immunization information online. A ‘REFERENCE NUMBER’ will be generated. (It is a combination of 9 alphanumeric digits following the word PEEL) Please record the reference number and provide it to the school to confirm that the submission of immunization records has been completed. If immunization records for the student have previously been submitted to a Public Health Unit in Ontario or a school in Peel, please update your child’s record with new information if applicable. Please provide the school with the reference number you receive when the online immunization information update is complete.

    f. Copies of report cards, if applicable: final from the previous year, whatever is available from the current year

    g. Copy of Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if applicable

    h. $500 Enrollment Fee paid by cheque or e-transfer to finance@bramptonjkcs.org. This amount will be deducted from tuition if your application is accepted or returned if JKCS is unable to accommodate your family. Please note this fee is non-refundable if you withdraw your application.

  2. Academic Assessment for students in Grades 1-8; Class Visit for Kindergarten age students

  3. Admissions Meeting — enrollment is finalized; school information and invoicing

  4. Payment Plan submitted

  5. Optional class visit (Grades 1 – 8) if time allows

  6. New Family Orientation — August

 
 

1. Timing

 
 

The earlier we can begin planning for your family, the better equipped we will be to meet your needs. We offer “early bird” reductions to encourage early enrollment, because our goal is to provide each student with the environment and support they require to have an enriching and successful time with us. Understanding your child’s needs and learning style will allow us to plan classes and staffing effectively. Also, our bus routes for September are set in May/June — families enrolling after that time will need to use an existing stop, or may not be able to use the bus if we do not get into your area.

 

2. Eligibility

 
 

It is vital that students experience continuity and a shared foundation between home and school. Core beliefs expressed and taught at school should work in harmony with those taught at home and church, as our young students grow and develop their walk with Jesus. Christian families are invited to apply. Upon receipt and review of the submitted documents, we will contact you to set up a time for an academic assessment.

ASSESSMENT
The assessments take roughly 30 – 45 minutes, and are intended to measure your child’s academic standing in comparison to the grade he/she will be joining. For Kindergarten, the assessment is done through a 1.5 – 2 hour classroom visit, or through attendance at our Ready, Set, School program, which runs each year in February.

AFTER THE ASSESSMENT
After the assessment, you will be advised of the results and if there are no concerns, enrollment will be finalized. If needed, a meeting may be set up with the Principal and the parents, to discuss the results and explore the options available to ensure your child has the support needed to succeed and flourish at JKCS. If we are unable to meet your child’s needs, enrollment may be declined.

 
 
 

3. Admissions Meeting

 
 

The final step in the process is an admissions meeting — a conversation between the family and the Principal, and Vice Principal. The purpose of this discussion is to further explore your expectations of John Knox, and ensure a full understanding of who we are and how we will teach and nurture your child. School routines, volunteering expectations, methods of communication, and invoicing and payment plans will be discussed at this meeting as well.

 
 

4. Class Visit / New Family Meeting

 
 

It can be helpful for new students to visit the class room for a morning — they will have an opportunity to meet the students they will be in class with in September, and familiarize themselves with the school layout, washrooms, playground, etc. If you think your child would benefit from a class visit, we are happy to set this up!

Due to the busy-ness of the month of June, opportunities are limited in that month — early enrollment makes the class visit much more possible!

NEW FAMILY MEETING / KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION
Before school starts in September, we hold an evening meeting for all of our newly enrolled families. All staff is present, and we will share some important information with you, and you will have a chance to ask questions, meet your child’s teacher, and meet other new parents. Your children are not required to attend (except the new kindergarten students) but we will have childcare available if needed.

Parents with students in kindergarten will be invited to come early with their children to explore the classroom, meet the teacher, and ask questions.