Assessment · Kindergarten entry
Westmount Charter Elementary: how to apply for 2027
Elementary · Grades K–4 · city-wide, no catchment · verified 2026-09-11
Closes Nov 28 Assessment Gifted NW Calgary
The short answer
This one is not a lottery. You book and pay for a private cognitive assessment, then apply by November 28 — testing takes weeks, so book as early as May.
The facts, in one place
| Admits by | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Application window | Apply by Nov 28 — no late applications |
| Decision | Reviewed after the window closes |
| Seats | Small early-years cohort |
| Requirements | Private cognitive assessment (WPPSI/WISC) you book yourself; price varies and typically covered through work benefits. |
| Waitlist | None — reapply next year |
| Sibling priority | Yes - after assessment hurdle |
| Fees | Tuition-free; activity fees |
| Busing | Yes, fee |
Questions parents ask about Westmount Elem.
How do you get into Westmount Charter Elementary?
Testing or audition arranged by you, then a hard application deadline. Apply by Nov 28 — no late applications.
When is the application deadline?
Nov 28. Reviewed after the window closes.
Is there a test, interview or audition?
Private cognitive assessment (WPPSI/WISC) you book yourself; price varies and typically covered through work benefits.
How many seats are there, and is there a waitlist?
Small early-years cohort. Waitlist: none — reapply next year. Sibling priority: yes - after assessment hurdle.
What does it cost, and is there busing?
Tuition-free; activity fees. Busing: yes, fee.
What is the CBE equivalent?
CBE GATE (GAI 130+) — CBE admission is by catchment or internal referral, not a city-wide lottery.