Application Process
for Incoming Gr. 8's
01
Register for the Placement Exam
Submit responses to the Google Form online, along with an non-refundable e-transfer of $100 to payments@ndrs.org with student's full name and "AppFee" in the message.
Please Note: Registration is not considered complete without payment.
02
Write the Placement Exam
The Grade 8 Placement Exams are currently scheduled for Wednesday November 25, Thursday, November 26, 2026, and Friday November 27.
November 25th, 2026
8:30am - 11:00am: Non-Feeder Catholic & Public / Independent
November 26th, 2026
9:00am - 11:00am: St. Francis of Assisi & St. Helens
12:30pm - 2:00pm: Holy Cross
November 27th, 2026
9:00am - 11:00am: Corpus Christi & St. Jude
12:30pm - 2:00pm: St. Mary’s & Our Lady of Sorrows
03
Respond to Letter of Acceptance from ND with deposit
Following the Placement Exam, successful applicants will receive Letters of Acceptance beginning in December through January.
A non-refundable deposit of $1000 is required to secure the student's place. Once an offer of acceptance is made, payment is due approximately one week after the Letters of Acceptance are sent.
Specific response dates will be included in the letter accompanying your offer of admission.
Families receive pertinent information at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) regarding the operations and financials of the school, including registration information for the following school year. Registration packages will be available after the AGM.
The AGM will be held February 17th.
04
Submit registration forms and required paperwork
Completed registration and supporting documentation for incoming Grade 8s must be delivered to ND in person on March 1, 2026, 9am to 6pm.
(Re-registration for students entering Gr 9-12, also in person, is scheduled for March 2 and 3.
For other inquiries related to enrolment in the current school year, please contact office@ndrs.org.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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