Give Your 2.5 to 7 Year Old the Best Start for Private School.
Whether your child is just starting preschool or already developing key skills, we help you build the right foundation for private school admissions, and lifelong learning.
Book a Free ConsultationWhat We Do For Parents of Children Aged 2.5 to 7
Step-by-Step Private School Admissions Guidance
From crafting your admissions strategy and selecting schools to preparing application materials,getting your child ready for entrance exams and interviews, KEY guides your family through every stage, reducing stress and ensuring nothing is missed.
Matching Your Child with the Right School
“There’s no single ‘best’ school, only the one that’s best fit for your child.” Our advisors know the strengths and unique characteristics of top private schools and will help you find the right fit.
Early Years Entrance Assessment Preparation
Through our LaunchPad Academy preschool and after-school enrichment programs, we focus on building the key skills valued in admissions, which is paired with targeted mock test training for the private school entrance exams.
Building a Strong Family Application Profile
We recommend extracurricular and volunteer activities tailored to your family’s strengths, helping you gather meaningful experiences and craft a profile that resonates with admissions teams.
Writing Compelling Family Application Essays
We guide you in connecting your experiences into authentic, memorable stories, resulting in application essays that are heartfelt, persuasive, and uniquely yours.
Private School Interview Coaching
Based on your admissions strategy, we provide interview training and mock sessions, helping both parents and children master interview structure, communication skills, and confident delivery.
Proven Track Record of Success
Our Results
Every year, KEY students receive offers from top private schools and universities across Canada, the United States, and abroad. Our results reflect the strength of our personalized guidance, academic preparation, and strategic application planning that help families turn their educational goals into reality.
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Program Overview
PROGRAMS FOR 2.5 to 7 YEARS OLD (PK3 to Grade 2)
KEY’s Private School Admissions Blueprint offers a one-stop solution for students aged 2.5 to 7, providing a comprehensive plan from initial assessment to application materials, entrance assessment and interview training, and enrollment transition. No more fragmented preparation for private school admissions.
PROGRAMS FOR 2.5 – 7 YEARS OLD (PK3 – Grade 2)
LaunchPad Academy Preschool
Our preschool program is designed specifically to prepare children for private elementary school admissions. Our curriculum blends Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and inquiry-based learning to develop language, logical thinking, motor coordination, and social-emotional skills. Every lesson is aligned with private school evaluation standards, ensuring students are fully prepared for entrance interviews and a smooth school transition:
- Co-designed by former private school assessment teachers, principals, and admissions staff for precise alignment with admissions expectations;
- Targets 80 key private school assessment points to strengthen core competencies; and,
- Includes a parallel parent education program to foster strong home–school collaboration for greater learning impact.
PROGRAMS FOR 2.5 – 7 YEARS OLD (PK3 – GRADE 2)
Little Scholars After-School Enrichment Program
Our levelled program is built around early-years private school admissions criteria, with a focus on strengthening three key areas: language expression, academic foundations, and social-emotional development. Our program also simulates real admissions assessments to prepare students for every challenge:
- Initial assessment and personalized development plan based on each child’s abilities;
- Levelled classes to efficiently address learning gaps and meet private school entry requirements; and,
- Access to our extensive admissions question bank, built over 15 years, to recreate authentic assessment scenarios.
PROGRAMS FOR 2.5 – 7 YEARS OLD (PK3 – GRADE 2)
Early Years Private School Admissions Guidance
We provide comprehensive admissions consulting for younger applicants, from school selection and application strategy to document preparation (parent statements and recommendation letters) and interview coaching. We guide families through every step of the process:
- Led by a former St. George’s School admissions and scholarship interviewer, our team offers insider insights and strategic guidance.
- We build a fully customized admissions strategy based on each family’s unique strengths.
- We provide one-stop, end-to-end service covering assessment, preparation, and admissions support for a seamless experience.
Why start applying to private schools from JK or K?
In Greater Vancouver, private schools often open new classes at the Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten levels, which means more available spots and a higher chance of admission. This stage is considered the “opportune period” for applications.
What is the youngest age a child can apply, and how far in advance should we prepare?
Most private schools in Greater Vancouver accept children as young as 4 years old (JK level). Parents must typically submit applications a year before entry, when the child is 3 years old. We recommend starting preparations at least 12 to 14 months in advance.
Do JK and K applicants have to take an entrance assessment? What will be tested?
Yes. Most private schools require JK and K applicants to take an entrance assessment. In a number of cases, those applicants who pass can proceed to the interview stage. The test generally evaluates language development, number sense, logical thinking, emotional regulation, and social communication skills.
For JK and K private school applications, what documents do parents need to prepare?
In addition to basic family information and identification documents, parents must write an application statement and provide recommendation letters or have recommendation forms completed.
Who should I ask to write a recommendation letter for my child?
The most important factor in choosing a recommender is that they know your family and child well. For example, your child’s current daycare or preschool teacher would be an ideal choice.
Let’s Get StartedWith a Complimentary Consultation!
Take the first step toward your child’s admission success. In this free, no-obligation session, we’ll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and map out a personalized plan to guide your admissions journey.
