Ontario Ministry of Education · BSID 667063
Canada Oakridge Academy
Any time, Any Where, Yours to learn.
Canada Oakridge Academy (COA) is a private high school approved and registered by the Ontario Ministry of Education. Holding accreditation for both on-site and online delivery (BSID: 667063), COA offers the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) — a program of high school credit courses for Grades 9–12 that leads to the diploma.
Dedicated to offering students worldwide a professional, intelligent, and exceptional online learning experience, COA leverages its strong faculty, rich educational resources, and advanced online teaching platform to deliver the OSSD program entirely through recorded lessons. Students can study at their own pace, unrestricted by location, and upon completing the required credits receive the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) issued by the Ontario Ministry of Education.
Through years of dedicated effort, COA has developed a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum system along with one of the most advanced online teaching platforms in North America. Our educational excellence attracts students from Canada, China, the United States, South Korea, Japan, Australia, Nigeria, Venezuela, Vietnam, and many other countries.
Why COA
80%+ Top University Admissions Rate
COA alumni and graduates have consistently gained admission to top universities worldwide, including the University of Toronto, the University of Waterloo, the University of Manchester, the University of Bristol, and the University of Melbourne.
Flexible Learning
With fully recorded courses and a comprehensive learning platform, students enjoy the flexibility to arrange their studies and fulfill credit requirements at their own pace. All courses must be completed within the designated validity period.
Diverse Learning Modes
The program features pre-recorded high-quality video and audio lectures, along with an extensive library of learning materials, plus interactive elements including online discussions and simulated mini-games to boost engagement.
Learning Without Borders
Our online classrooms bring together students from diverse regions and backgrounds. Through collaborative courses, you'll connect with peers worldwide, gain new perspectives, and build meaningful relationships.
Comprehensive Curriculum
We offer nearly 60 courses for Ontario secondary students in Grades 9–12 across 12 major subject areas, including both compulsory and elective courses in ESL, Mathematics, English, Science, Business Studies, and more.
Certified Instructors
COA courses are taught by Ontario-certified teachers (OCT) with extensive high school experience. They are experts in the curriculum, trained in online teaching, and skilled at guiding students in a virtual classroom.
Self-Directed Learning
COA's online courses empower students to take charge of their own education, developing essential skills in planning and time management that prepare them for success in university and beyond.
Student Support
As an online student, you are never learning alone. Our Student Support Services are here for you — reach out to the COA Academic Services team via email or your preferred messaging platform any time.
Content, Assessment and Communication
COA uses the D2L Brightspace online learning system — the designated e-learning platform for public school boards across North America. Through its intuitive interface, students can easily access teaching materials, track course progress, view grade reports, check system notifications, and manage all academic tasks at any time.
Popular Courses
English as a Second Language
This course builds on students' previous education and language knowledge to introduce them to the English language and help them adjust to the diversity in their new environment. Students use beginning English skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and essential academic purposes.
Advanced Functions
This course extends students' experience with functions. Students investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills.
Visual Arts, Grade 12
This course focuses on enabling students to refine their use of the creative process when creating and presenting two- and three-dimensional art works using a variety of traditional and emerging media and technologies.
COA e-Learning Platform
Content
Select "Content" to view the course content list. View the course outline and lesson activities (videos, assignments, quizzes, etc.) in the left sidebar. Progress bar tracks completion for the entire course and each module.
Communication
Classlist: find your classmates and instructor. Discussions: access all course-related group discussions. News: check announcements posted by the instructor or school. Pager: send instant messages to your teacher or classmates anytime.
Assessments
Dropbox: view assignment details — due dates, submission times, results, and teacher feedback. Grades: check your grades. Quizzes: find, select, and review completion status for all quizzes.
Student Stories
From the U.S. to Canada: Admitted to the University of Toronto
Student Z completed their second year of high school in China and originally planned to apply to U.S. universities, spending their final year focusing solely on TOEFL and SAT preparation. They later chose Canada instead and enrolled at COA to complete Grade 12, successfully finishing 8 courses.
Direct Admission to Top Australian Universities via COA
Student Y, having completed part of Grade 12 at an Ontario high school, needed to return to their home country for personal reasons. With four courses remaining to graduate, they transferred to COA to finish their studies, obtained their OSSD, and secured admission to a prestigious university in Australia.
Unable to take the SAT, switched to OSSD — admitted to the UK and Australia
Student L, previously in a U.S. high school curriculum at an international school in Shanghai, was unable to take the SAT due to the pandemic. They transferred to COA for their final year to pursue the OSSD, achieving an outstanding average of 92 in their Top 6 courses and gaining admission to prestigious universities across multiple countries.
Low A-Level Grades, Enhanced Profile Through COA
Student X, an A-Level student from a top-tier high school in Singapore, faced intense academic competition. To strengthen their application, they enrolled in COA's Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Grade 12 Chemistry courses, achieving outstanding scores of 98 and 88 respectively, and secured admission to a prestigious university.
Our Academic Teachers
OCT-Certified Teachers
All COA courses are taught by Ontario Certified Teachers (OCT) with rich high school experience. They are experts in the curriculum, trained in online teaching, and skilled at guiding students in a virtual classroom.
Ready to start your OSSD journey?
COA looks forward to welcoming you to our online learning community.