Required documents (short list)

Provide certified translations if originals are not in English or French.

  • Application form (online)
  • Passport or birth certificate copy
  • Previous school reports / transcript
  • Medical form & vaccination record
  • Confidential reference from previous school/counsellor

Criteria for admission

Admissions considers each child holistically. Key elements include:

Academic fit
Performance, progress and learning potential.
Social fit
Respect, collaboration and contribution to school life.
Support needs
Learning support availability and adjustments.

Placement & grade equivalency

Placement is decided from transcripts, age and assessments. The Oct 31 cutoff is typically used for age placement, but we evaluate each case individually.

Age-based
Oct 31 cutoff for the academic year.
Grade transfer
Transcripts & teacher comments guide the placement.

ICSA Entrance Age Calculator

Select a school year to view entrance age requirements and calculate the appropriate grade based on your child’s date of birth.

Ages are calculated as of October 31 of the selected school year.

Requirements for specific grades

Some grades require coordination with department leads (for example: IB course choices in Secondary).

We recommend meeting with the Early Years Principal. Toilet-training and basic self-care are expected for younger learners.

Samples of work and short screening may be requested to ensure the best fit in the IB-aligned programme.

Coordination with the Secondary Principal and IB coordinator. Grade 11/12 placements require transcripts and subject alignment.

Applicants with specific needs

If your child has an IEP, psychological or medical reports, include them with the application. The Admissions Committee will review needs and available resources before deciding.

Students with significant needs may be admitted with a support plan and, where necessary, additional resources or costs to ensure successful inclusion.