Admission Process
Our admissions process is fairly straightforward and involves the following steps:
- Complete our inquiry form by clicking the button below:
- Set up an account in our Blackbaud system upon receipt of an email from us
- In our Blackbaud system:
- complete the application form and pay the nonrefundable $200 application fee
- upload two years of report cards
- submit requests for 2 teacher references
- if applicable, upload IEP and any psycho-educational testing
- If applicable, complete the Tuition Assistance application (Families should complete this application by the end of February as applications are reviewed the first week of March.)
- Once all documents have been received and reviewed you will be invited to book a family interview.
- After the interview, you will be contacted by email with our admissions decision
Rockway accepts and reviews applications on a rolling basis and there is no set application deadline. However, we encourage applicants to apply as early as possible due to limited spaces, particularly in grades 7 through 9.
Tuition at Rockway
A Worthy Investment
By investing in a Rockway education, you are investing in a small school for a big world. Your investment will shape your child’s life.
As an independent school, Rockway does not receive any government funding. Tuition fees cover approximately 84% of Rockway’s budget, with most of the balance made up by donations from our generous supporters. Our fundraising events and efforts, supported by volunteers, contribute to the Go Rockway! Annual Fund and general facility maintenance.
Tuition fees cover the cost of activities that are part of the daily classroom learning, both inside and outside of the classroom with the exception of textbooks which are purchased by the student.
The after-tax cost of sending a child to Rockway is significantly less than it might appear. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) permits Rockway to offer tax receipts for the religious component of our programming. The amount of this receipt varies year-to-year according to the CRA’s formula and cannot be confirmed in advance. For example, in the 2023 calendar year, Rockway was permitted to give charitable receipts for tuition paid in excess of $12,142.
Tuition Fees, Discounts and Subsidies
We acknowledge that tuition can be a difficult hurdle for some to overcome on their journey to Rockway. Due to the ongoing support of many generous donors, Rockway is able to provide a variety of discounts, subsidies and scholarships in addition to our Tuition Assistance Program
Those families who are active members of Mennonite Church Eastern Canada (MCEC) congregations are eligible for additional subsidies. Embodying the Mennonite value of mutual aid, some families choose to decline or donate back part or all of their subsidy to share with families in need of financial assistance.
2024-2025 Tuition Fees
- Domestic Tuition: $20,500
- Mennonite Tuition (MCEC church participant): $15,100
Discounts and Subsidies
- NEW! Alumni Discount (5 year pilot, 2020/2021-2024/2025): $2000 per student
This discount acknowledges the vital role that Alumni play in the life of the school. Please note, this rate cannot be used in conjunction with the Mennonite Tuition rate. - Multi-Student Discount: $2000 for 2nd and 3rd students attending from the same family, at the same time.
- MCEC Pastor’s Subsidy: $2500 per student
To determine the tuition cost for your family or for more information on Tuition Fees, Discounts, Subsidies and how to make Rockway affordable, contact Sheri Wideman, Director of Admissions & Recruitment via email (admissions@rockway.ca) or phone (519-743-5209 x3029).
Tuition Assistance Program
We know that providing your child with a Rockway education is an investment and can be financially difficult for some families. Rockway is committed to supporting our families by providing scholarships and tuition assistance which is made possible by donations through our fundraising efforts. This allows the Rockway Experience to be more accessible to more families.
Allocations of tuition assistance support takes into consideration a family’s financial circumstances as well as the number of applications received in any given year. It is offered at the sole discretion of the school.
Any qualified domestic applicant to Rockway can apply for tuition assistance. Please note that tuition assistance is not available for international students.
Students may apply for both Tuition Assistance AND a Scholarship (see chart below).
Scholarships
Rockway offers scholarships established by donors wishing to provide funds for students who require extra assistance with tuition payments. To apply for one of these scholarships, please complete the Scholarship Application Form. For more information, please contact admissions@rockway.ca or call 519-743-5209 x3029 to speak with Sheri Wideman, Director of Admissions & Recruitment.
Isaac and Helen High Entrance Scholarship
$500
Who is eligible?
A new Grade 7 student from an MCEC congregation.
About the Scholarship
This scholarship fund was established with part of a gift from the High’s estate in 1999. The entrance scholarship is awarded annually.
Una Cressman Entrance Scholarship
$500
Who is eligible?
A new Grade 9 student from an MCEC congregation.
About the Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually in memory of Una Cressman who was a nurse and a tireless church worker in Argentina.
Harold D. Groh Scholarship
$350
Who is eligible?
A new Grade 11 or 12 student from an MCEC congregation.
About the Scholarship
Harold D. Groh, an ordained minister of the Mennonite Church, was secretary of the founding committee of Rockway Mennonite School. He was appointed its first principal, a position he held from 1945 – 1956. Mr. Groh was steadfastly loyal to the school in promoting and building support for it throughout the constituency.
Rella Woolner Music Scholarship
$2000
Who is eligible?
A student at Rockway who is passionate about music!
About the Scholarship
The successful applicant will have demonstrated an involvement and proficiency in music (vocal / instrumental) at school, church and/or in the community.
Leah & Emmanuel Martin Family Scholarship
$350
Who is eligible?
A student, new or returning, from an MCEC church congregation, who requires help with tuition.
About the Scholarship
These Scholarship monies have been invested, the annual interest of which is used to fund this scholarship. It is given in honour of Leah and Emmanuel Martin and their concern for children and their emphasis on Christian education for future Rockway students.
