Admissions
Parents who are interested in registering their child(ren) at Royal West Academy should contact us for information about eligibility and programs. RWA also registers new students throughout the school year, however, acceptance depends on classroom availability.
PROCEDURE/CRITERIA FOR SELECTION
Royal West Academy attracts more applicants than it can accept. The selection process established by the school is as follows:
• On-time applications to the school are considered first.
• Applications are accepted from any student eligible for English language education.
• All applicants, regardless of school of origin, are treated equally.
• We do not have a sibling policy.
QUALIFYING TESTS
Applicants for Secondary I write tests for English, French, and Math
• 45 minutes each
• all multiple-choice
• Math qualifying test is offered in both English & French
There is no additional penalty for wrong answers.
Applicants must bring:
• 2-HB pencils
• an eraser
• no calculator or cell phone is permitted
• a snack
• a book to read
Alternate Exam Date for Students A–L
Students whose last names begin with A–L and who are scheduled to write an entrance exam at Royal Vale or Vincent Massey on Saturday, September 26, may request to write the Royal West Academy entrance exam on Sunday, September 27.
Email Admissionsrwaadmissions@emsb.qc.ca
UPDATES TO APPLICATION STATUS
INTERVIEWS
200-300 applicants are interviewed with their parent/guardian.
• include a French language component.
• help determine willingness to participate in all aspects of school life.
POST-INTERVIEW
Our selection committee reviews the interview report, and all submitted documents, to make the final decision concerning each applicant.
DON’T CALL US, WE’LL CALL YOU!
OPEN HOUSE
Thursday September 17, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Come join us at Royal West Academy for our Open House event in 2026
Reserve your spot for the Principal’s Information session and guided tour by following this LINK
Admission to secondary 1 (Grade 7)
- https://forms.gle/S79x1kAPsDV1zE4d9
- Deadline to apply is Friday September 18, 2026, at 9:00 PM
Admission to secondary 2, 3, 4, or 5
(Grades 8 – 11)
- https://forms.gle/4VXS9U4yn3Kpucs9A
- Deadline to apply is Saturday May 1, 2027
Eligibility requirements for English public schools
If you do not have a Certificate of Eligibility
In order to qualify for English Instruction in Quebec Public Schools, students must meet certain eligibility criteria under the Charter of the French Language as set out by the Quebec government.
Visit the EMSB Website for information on eligibility requirements and how to apply for a Certificate of Eligibility.
If you have a Certificate of Eligibility
When you come for your appointment, please bring the following documents:
- Subject Selection Sheet
- Certificate of Eligibility
- Student’s most recent report card
- Your current address and phone numbers
- Your child’s Medicare card number and expiration date
If you have any questions regarding applications, please send them to RWAAdmissions@emsb.qc.ca
