West Point Grey Academy Admissions Requirements
Vancouver, British Columbia
Entry Requirements by Grade
West Point Grey Academy accepts applications from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Its official materials refer to Grades 1, 5 and 8 as "mini intake years." The school notes that some other grades are not regular entry years and may have limited availability.
| Entry Level | Assessment | Other Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Junior School | In-person school assessment and/or group activities depending on grade | Grade-specific application requirements |
| Grade 8 | Middle Level SSAT plus in-person school assessment or group activities | Supporting application materials |
| Grades 9 to 12 | Upper Level SSAT plus in-person school assessment or group activities as required | Supporting application materials |
Entrance Assessment
WPGA requires all school-run assessments and group activities to be completed in person. The school does not offer virtual assessment sessions.
Students applying to Grade 8 are required to complete the Middle Level SSAT, while applicants to Grades 9 through 12 complete the Upper Level SSAT.
WPGA provides separate grade-specific admissions materials for Junior Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grades 2 through 7, and Grades 8 through 12. Its main public admissions page does not provide a detailed syllabus or complete sample test for the school's own assessments.
Admissions Process
Applicants complete the appropriate grade-level application and admissions requirements. WPGA states that all applicants go through its standard admissions review process, including applicants receiving priority consideration because of sibling, staff or alumni relationships.
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency appropriate to their grade because WPGA does not offer a specialized ELL or EAL program.
Key Insights
Grades 1, 5 and 8 are identified as mini intake years. This makes Grade 8 particularly relevant for families considering entry into WPGA's Senior School.
SSAT becomes a formal requirement beginning in Grade 8. Grade 8 applicants complete the Middle Level SSAT, while Grades 9 through 12 use the Upper Level test.
WPGA requires in-person admissions activities. School assessments and group activities cannot be completed virtually.
The school does not publicly provide a detailed curriculum for its own admissions assessment. Families should distinguish WPGA's in-person assessment activities from the separately required SSAT.
Sources
All information is sourced directly from West Point Grey Academy's official admissions materials.
Admissions requirements may change. Families should confirm current requirements directly with West Point Grey Academy before applying.
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