How to Earn Your OSSD Online in Ontario
/Step-by-Step Guide
Earning your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) online is now easier than ever—especially when you choose an Ontario Ministry-inspected private high school. At Aubrey Academy (BSID #665140), we offer online OSSD credit courses in Ontario with flexible pacing options, making us an ideal choice for busy learners, student-athletes, performers, and international students who need recognized Ontario high school credits.
Our flexible approach allows families to have full control over pace, place, and support, whether your goal is to fast-track graduation, balance school with training and travel, or upgrade your marks for postsecondary admission.
Why Choose an Ontario Virtual High School Like Aubrey Academy?
A flexible private high school in Ontario lets you:
Catch up or get ahead on OSSD credits
Graduate faster with custom timelines
Balance school with training, travel, work, or health needs
Access Ontario international student OSSD credits from anywhere in the world
Choose an Ontario virtual high school with faster teacher response times and proactive check-ins
Step 1 — Choose a Ministry-Inspected School (Check the BSID)
To earn your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), your credits must come from an Ontario Ministry-inspected school with a valid BSID.
Aubrey Academy’s BSID: #665140
This ensures your credits are recognized by Ontario universities, colleges, and for NCAA eligibility planning. Ministry-inspected means the school is authorized by the Ontario Ministry of Education to grant OSSD credits and is subject to regular provincial quality assurance and oversight.
You can verify any school’s BSID by visiting the Ontario Ministry of Education Private Schools Search tool at:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/private-schools#section-3
Simply enter the school name (“Aubrey Academy”) or the BSID number (665140) to confirm its Ministry-inspected status.
Step 2 — Understand the Updated OSSD Requirements
Starting in the 2024–25 school year, students entering Grade 9 must earn:
30 total credits (17 compulsory + 13 optional)
Pass the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Requirement
Complete 40 hours of community involvement
Earn 2 online learning credits (families can opt out without penalty)
Compulsory credits include:
4 English (1 per grade)
3 Mathematics (incl. at least 1 in Grade 11 or 12)
2 Science
1 Canadian History (Grade 10)
1 Canadian Geography (Grade 9)
1 Technological Education (Grade 9 or 10) – new requirement as of 2024–25
1 Arts
1 Health & Physical Education
1 French as a Second Language
0.5 Career Studies (Grade 10)
0.5 Civics and Citizenship (Grade 10)
If you started Grade 9 before 2024–25, your graduation plan may follow earlier requirements. We review every transcript individually and map the exact path to your diploma.
Step 3 — Pick Your Pacing: Standard, Fast-Track, or Extended
At Aubrey Academy, we customize your learning schedule:
Standard: ~4 months per course
Fast-Track: ~2-4 weeks when appropriate
Extended: Up to 12 months for students who need more time
Our pacing flexibility is perfect for student-athletes, competitive performers, working students, and international learners who need Ontario credits.
Step 4 — Plan for Graduation, OUAC/OCAS, and NCAA
We provide full academic planning and application support, including:
Sending official transcripts to OUAC/OCAS for Ontario postsecondary applications
Building NCAA-compliant Ontario high school pathways
Support with scholarship applications and credit upgrades
Smooth OSR setup and transfers if you’re moving from another school
Who We Serve
We work directly with:
Student-athletes, artists, and performers balancing training and academics
International students earning Ontario credits from abroad
Students needing credit rescue, credit upgrade, or flexible timelines
Partner schools, coaches, and tutors who need OSSD course options for their students
Book Your Free Consultation
Not sure where to start? We offer free consultations to review your transcript, confirm your remaining OSSD requirements, and create a custom graduation plan, whether you want to graduate faster or find a more supportive online high school alternative in Ontario.