2025-2026 Admissions Application
Kindergarten and Grade School Programs
Student Information
Child's Full Legal Name
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First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Date of Birth
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Year
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Month
Day
Date
Primary Phone
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Gender Identity: (Ministry of Education Requirement)
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Female
Male
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
Province
Postal Code
Present/Past School and Grade or if homeschooled, please describe briefly your approach and weekly schedule.
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Current Teacher
May we contact them?
School Address (if applicable)
School Phone Number (if applicable)
Program Requested
Kindergarten: Please choose
4-day program (full days)
4-day program (mornings)
5-day program (full days)
5-day program (mornings)
Grade School: Please choose (note that grade 8 is only available in 2026)
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Note that extended care is available from 3:15 to 5:15 pm for those in grades 1 to 7 at an additional cost. Please let us know if you require care after school hours and what days you think it would be needed.
Student Medical/Health Information
Known Allergies (please write "none" if not applicable)
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All students with anaphylactic allergies are requested to complete an Individual Allergy Plan.
Known Medical condition(s) or current medication(s) - (please write "none" if not applicable)
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Please advise if medication to be taken/administered at school. A separate form is needed.
In the event that the child, named above, requires hospital care in my/our absence, I/we authorize the staff of Polaris School and Centre to act on my/our behalf to ensure the necessary immediate emergency treatment for my/our child.
Parent/Guardian 1 Signature
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Parent/Guardian 2 Signature
Patent/Guardian Information
Parent/Guardian 1
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Relationship
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Mother, Father, etc
Main Phone Number
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Work/Alternate Phone Number
Address
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Same as above
Different Address
Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
Province
Postal Code
Parent/Guardian 2
First Name
Last Name
Email
example@example.com
Relationship
Mother, Father, etc.
Main Phone Number
Work/Alternate Phone Number
Address
Same as above
Different Address
Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
Province
Postal Code
Are there any custodial arrangements which the school should be made aware of?
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Yes
No
If yes, please specify?
Who is financially responsible?
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School reports should be sent to:
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Both parents
Mother
Father
Other
Alternate Emergency Contact: (In the event we are unable to reach parent(s)/guardian(s) listed above)
Emergency Contact 1
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First Name
Last Name
Relationship
Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
Emergency Contact 2 (optional)
First Name
Last Name
Relationship
Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
Pick Up Authorization: Please list additional individuals who are authorized to pick up your child.
Person 1
First Name
Last Name
Relationship
Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
Person 2
First Name
Last Name
Relationship
Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
Person 3
First Name
Last Name
Relationship
Home Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number
Additional Information
Language(s) spoken at home:
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Sibling Information: Please list the name(s) and date(s) of birth of sibling(s).
Your Child
Polaris School and Centre offers a holistic education, with the aim of meeting the needs of the whole child – head, heart and hands. Waldorf education is based on stages of child development and the principle that each child is a unique individual, bringing with them their own special gifts. For this reason, it is important that our teachers have a complete picture of your child, taking into account their strengths and challenges to see if they are able to meet your child’s needs. We ask that you take your time to complete this section, and include as much detail as possible, so that the teacher can have a better understanding of who your child is.
Health and Daily Routine
How is your child’s general health? Please include any past health issues as well.
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How would you describe your child’s diet? Do they have any dietary restrictions or allergies?
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Can you briefly describe your child’s daily routine?
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Please describe your child’s night time routine? Does your child have any sleep issues?
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What responsibilities does your child have at home?
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Interests
What are your child’s interests or hobbies?
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How much time does your child spend on technology of any kind?
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Does your child participate in private lessons or sports activities? (please describe)
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Developmental & Educational Experience
Please describe your child’s educational experience until now (both highlights and any challenges).
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How would you describe your child’s social/emotional development?
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Tell us about your child’s language development.
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Please describe your child’s fine and gross motor development. Have there been any challenges?
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Have you ever sought counselling or a professional evaluation for your child?
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Yes
No
If yes, please describe them below and provide a copy of the results with this application.
Is there anything else that you feel we should know about your child?
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Why Waldorf?
Why would you like your child to attend Polaris School and Centre?
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What do you hope to receive from our program and for your child and family?
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How did you hear about Polaris School and Centre? Please select all that are relevant.
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Internet Search
Social Media
Local Newspaper
Flyer/Poster
Community Event
Polaris Website
I/We are on the mailing list
Word of mouth
Other
If you were referred to Polaris by someone you know, please let us know who to thank.
Admissions Fee
Please note that a one-time, non-refundable admissions fee covers all costs associated with your application and admissions, including the teacher interviews.
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$180 (1st child)
$80 (for each subsequent child)
Payment Options:
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e-transfer made out to ottawawaldorfprograms@gmail.com (linked to our legal name 10787671 Canada Association).
cheque made out to Polaris School and Centre
Other
I/We understand that submitting this application does not guarantee that my/our child will have a place at Polaris but that this is dependent upon school approval and that there are openings in the class in question.
Parent/guardian Signature
It is important that families visit the school before enrolling. Please let us know which is reflective of your situation;
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I/we attended an Open House at Polaris.
I/we had a personal tour of the school.
I/we had a virtual tour/meeting.
I/we have not yet visited the school but would like to make arrangements to do so.
Other
Admissions Checklist
Have you included the following items in your application?
Completed and signed admissions application.
Application Fee.
Copy of your child's birth certificate.
Copy of prior school reports/assessments.
If applicable, copies of any testing and/or evaluations results.
All information in this form will be treated as confidential and will be accessible only to the Faculty and Staff at Polaris School and Centre.
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Applications are processed in the order they are received. Please allow 4 to 7 days for the teacher to reach out to arrange a time to meet. Meanwhile, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out via email; admissions@polarisschool.ca.
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