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Middle School students

Our Middle School provides students with a safe environment to embrace new experiences where they are supported by their teachers and peers.

The IB Middle Years Programme provides the framework for the delivery of the BC curriculum in our Middle School. This rich academic program is designed to shape our students into reflective, critical thinkers as well as confident, capable global citizens who are well-prepared to move on with confidence to the Senior School.

Middle School students in canoes

What is the Application Process?

Applications are available in the summer one year prior to the intended year of entry at GNS and reviewed beginning in the fall.

There is no application deadline—we accept and review applications throughout the school year.

Families are encouraged to attend an Open House, arrange a campus tour or attend an admissions event during the application process. Connect with the Admissions Office to schedule a campus tour or register for an event.

After completing the Application Inquiry form below you will receive an email with instructions to create your myGNS login. Once you are logged into the myGNS portal, you will be able to access the application form. You will also be assigned an application checklist to upload supporting documents (including a current applicant and family photo, proof of age/citizenship, report cards, and immunization records).

If you are planning to apply to become a GNS Community Scholar, please review the additional criteria on our Scholarships page.

Included with your application form is a non-refundable application fee, payable by credit card.

Once the application form and all required documents have been submitted, candidates may be invited to attend a School Visit. School Visits are unique to each candidate and may include a/an:

  • Campus tour
  • Interview(s)
  • Academic assessment
  • Student-led experience

For candidates who are unable to attend in-person, an online assessment and interview will be arranged with a member of our Admissions team.

Our efforts are directed toward creating balanced classes with a range of personalities, learning styles and abilities.

The Admissions Committee, which is comprised of members of the Academic and Admissions teams, will review the whole application and send a decision to the family typically within 10 business days after the School Visit/Assessment date:

  • Offer of Admission: the candidate is offered a place at GNS.
  • Wait Pool: the candidate is placed in the wait pool for the grade and will be notified if space becomes available.
  • Not Offered: the candidate is not suited to the school’s program or space is unavailable.

Congratulations! If you have received an offer of admission to GNS, you will need to complete the assigned Tuition and Enrolment Agreement form by the deadline indicated in your offer letter.

Included with this form is a non-refundable registration fee. For more information on fees, refer to Tuition & Other Costs.

If you would like to discuss your offer, please do not hesitate to contact the Admissions office.

Thank you for your interest in GNS.

Complete the Application Inquiry form below and check your inbox for instructions to begin the application process.