School fees vary depending on a student’s grade and the citizenship and residency status of their parent. Learn more.

We strive to ensure all grades are gender-balanced. Southridge has openings every year as follows:

Grade K: 32 spaces

Grade 1: 4 spaces

Grade 4: 4 spaces

Grade 8: 28 spaces

Students applying to all other grades are considered for placement in our wait pool, from which we select if and when an opening arises due to normal attrition.

We will start accepting applications in September for the following academic year.
Check our 'How to Apply' page for updated information on late applications.

The 2021-2022 application will be available in September 2020. The application fee is $250 for domestic applicants and $400 for foreign applicants. A complete application includes submission of the online form, uploading of all supporting documentation, and payment of the application fee.

For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here.

Admission to Southridge School is highly selective and competitive and is based on a comprehensive wholistic assessment of each applicant. As part of our determination for potential success in our program, we consider the following: academic record, assessment/test scores, extra-curricular activities, skills and achievements, demonstrated character, and overall readiness for our enriched program.

Yes. Everyone is welcome to experience Southridge during our Fall Open House.

Yes, students must be fluent in written and oral English, we do not offer ESL programs at Southridge.

Yes. Students fluent in both oral and written English are eligible to apply. Please keep in mind that Southridge is a community-based school. At least one parent must reside with the student for the entire duration of their enrollment at the School. Southridge does not offer a boarding option nor does it support home stay. Details about international student fees are available here.

At Southridge we look for students who:

• Exhibit strong moral character and are good citizens
• Are well-rounded and participate in a range of extra-curricular activities
• Have a solid academic record and the capability to succeed in our enriched curriculum
• Demonstrate the desire to do their best

Yes. There are three renewable merit scholarships worth $5,000 each, it is available to be awarded to new Senior School students (Grades 8 - 12) each year. For more details and information on how to apply, click here.

Southridge is pleased to offer a comprehensive financial assistance program that includes bursaries and financial aid, which are available to new students entering the Senior School level (Grades 8 - 12) who would otherwise be unable to attend Southridge due to financial constraints. Learn more…

The most important factor in selecting an independent school is finding the right fit for your child and for your family. No two schools are the same – just as no two children or families are the same. We encourage you to focus not on finding the best school – but on finding the right school.

That said, the reasons Southridge might be right for your family are listed here.

We invite all interested families to attend our annual Open House this Fall to meet faculty, staff, current students, and take a tour of the school.

All applicants must be fluent in both oral and written English; we do not offer any ESL programs at the School.

For our youngest applicants to Kindergarten and Grade 1, your child should:

• Understand this is a “practice day” to help them feel comfortable at school next year (wherever that may be)
• Have a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive 10-15 minutes before the session
• Bring a favourite toy
• Come ready to have fun!

For applicants to Grades 2 and 3, your child should:

• Have a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive 20 minutes before the session
• Understand that this test will assess basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics

For applicants to Grades 4 and 5, your child should:

• Have a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive 20 minutes before the session
• Review the test structure and order the Elementary Level Secondary School Assessment Test (EL SSAT) practice booklet at www.ssat.org
• Practice writing a 20 minute timed essay component
• Please keep in mind that student admission is not based solely on the results of this test. It is one of the many factors considered - so don't worry!

For applicants to Grades 6 through 12, your child should:

• Have a good night’s rest and eat a healthy breakfast
• Arrive 30 minutes before the session
• Review the test structure and order the Secondary School Assessment Test practice booklet at www.ssat.org
• Practice writing a 20 minute timed essay component
• Understand that this test is a predictor of their ability to solve math problems, use language and comprehend what they read
• Please keep in mind that student admission is not based solely on the results of this test. It is one of the many factors considered - so don't worry!

The admissions process at Southridge is competitive and most often we receive more applications than we have spaces to offer. Students applying to all other grades are considered for placement in our wait pool, from which we select if and when an opening arises due to normal attrition, you are welcome to apply again the following September. There is no limit to the number of times a student can apply.

Southridge offers a linear (non-semestered) program, mid-year admission is not an option.