A Supportive, Personal Admissions Process
At Lakefield, every application begins with a conversation.
We take the time to get to know your teenager, their strengths, their hopes, and the kind of environment where they’ll thrive. Our goal is to make the process clear, welcoming, and support you at each step of the process.
Important Application Information
- Day applications for 2027/28 are due November 14, 2026.
- Boarding applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early applications are encouraged as space is limited.
Already started your application? | Log in to the Parent Portal |
How to Apply
A clear, step-by-step guide to help you begin your application with confidence.
| Step 1: Begin Your Admissions Journey |
Begin by creating your Parent Portal account. You can save your progress at any time and return to your application when it works best for your family. Once logged in, you can:
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| Step 2: Submit Required Documents |
After opening your application, you’ll be prompted to upload the following documents:
If you plan to apply for tuition assistance, this is also an ideal time to begin that application. |
| Step 3: Tuition Assistance (If Applying) |
Families wishing to apply for tuition assistance should complete their financial application alongside their LCS application. We encourage families to review the process early, as documentation may take time to gather. |
| Step 4: Tell Us Your Story (Interview) |
Once we review your application and documents, we’ll invite you and your child to a friendly 45-minute conversational interview with a member of our Admissions team. Interviews can be held in person or virtually. This is our opportunity to get to know your teenager as a learner and as a person — their interests, their questions, and their curiosity about Lakefield. Helpful Resource10 Tips for Preparing for an Independent School Interview A short, practical guide to help your teenager feel confident, present, and authentic in their admissions conversation. |
| Step 5: Receive Your Decision |
| We do our very best to provide decisions within two weeks of completing the admissions process. Accepted students will receive an offer package outlining next steps, enrolment instructions, and key dates. |
What We Look For in Applicants
Every student who joins Lakefield brings something unique — their interests, outlook, creativity, and way of contributing to a community.
When we review applications, we look beyond transcripts to understand who your teenager is becoming and how they might thrive in an environment that is immersive, relational, and grounded in purpose.
We look for students who demonstrate:
- Authenticity and self-reflection — honest about who they are and what matters to them.
- Curiosity and openness — interested in ideas, willing to ask questions, and ready to engage.
- A growth mindset — comfortable with challenge, humour, and learning as a process.
- Intellectual ambition — eager to stretch themselves and contribute to meaningful discussions.
- Readiness for immersive learning — energized by collaboration, creativity, and learning by doing.
- Openness to our Outdoors Every Day philosophy — willing to try new experiences and build confidence through nature and community life.
Helpful Resources
These optional tools can help families explore affordability with confidence — whether or not you choose to apply for assistance.
