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 OntarioSecondary School Diploma (OSSD), a program of high school credit courses for Grades 9-12 that leads to thediploma.

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, unrestric ted by location, and upon completing the required credits, they will receive the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) issued by the Ontario Ministry of Education.

Through years of dedicated effort, COA has developed a has developed a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum system along with one of the most advanced online teaching platforms in North America, earning recognition from students across the globe. Our educational excellence attracts students from around the world, including Canada, China, the United States, South Korea, Japan, Australia, Nigeria, Venezuela, Vietnam, and many other countries.

COA looks forward to welcoming you to our online learning journey.

80%+ Top Universities Admissions Rate

COA alumniand graduates have consistentlygained admission to top universities worldwide,including but not limited to the University of Toronto,the University of Waterloo,the University of Manchester,the University of Bristol,and the University of Melbourne.

Flexible Learning

With our fully recorded courses and comprehensive learning platform, students enjoythe flexibility to arrange their studies and fulfill credit requirements at their own pace. All courses must be completed within the designated validity period. Students seeking guidance are also welcome to collaborate with the COA academic team to create a personalized study plan.

Diverse Learning Modes

The program features pre-recorded high-quality video and audio lectures, along with an extensive

library of learning materials. It also incorporates various interactive elements, including online

discussions and simulated mini-games, to enhance student engagement.

 

Learning Without Borders

At COA, 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 that extend beyond the screen.

Comprehensive Curriculum

We offer a diverse selection of nearly 60 courses for Ontario secondary students in Grades 9–12.Our curriculum covers 12 major subject areas and includes both compulsory and elective courses in fields such as ESL, Mathematics, English, Science, Business Studies, and more.

Certified Instructors

COA courses are taught by Ontario-certified teachers. Our teachers have extensive high school teaching experience. They are also highly proficient in utilizing online teaching platforms to deliver effective and engaging lessons.

Self-Directed Learning

COA charge of their own education, developing ‘s online courses empower students to take 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 —simply reach out to the COA Academic Services team via email or your preferred messaging platform. We are committed to providing not only academic support but also working alongside you to resolve any issues you encounter

Content、Assessment and Communication

COA uses the D2L Brightspace online learning system,the designated e-learning platform for public schoolboards across North America.

Through its intuitive interface, students can easily access teaching materials, track courseprogress, view grade reports, check system notifications, and manage all academic tasksat any time.

Popular Courses

English as 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 will use beginning English language skills in
listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and essential academic
purposes. They will engage in short conversations using basic English language
structures and simple sentence patterns; read short adapted texts; and write
phrases and short sentences. The course also provides students with the
knowledge and skills they need to begin to adapt to their new lives in Canada.

MHF4U

This course extends students’ experience with functions. Students will 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. Students will also refine their use
of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course
is intended both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite
for a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding of
mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university programs.

AVI4M

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. Students will use the critical analysis
process to deconstruct art works and explore connections between art and society. The
studio program enables students to explore a range of materials, processes, and techniques
that can be applied in their own art production. Students will also make connections
between various works of art in personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural contexts.

COA-e-Learning Platform

Content

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: Track completion for the entire course and each

 

Communication

Classlist: Find your classmates and instructor.

Discussions:Access allcourse-related group discussions.View,comment,and reply to peers here.
News:Check for course announcements posted by the instructor or school.These also appear on the course homepage.
Pager:Send instant messages to yourteacher orclassmates anytime—like text messaging.If both areonline,you can chat in real time.

Assessments

Dropbox: View all assignment details here — due dates,

submission times, results, and teacher feedback.

Grades: Check your grades.
Quizzes: Find,select,and review completion status for
all quizzes in the list.

Student Stories

Case 1
From the U.S to Canada:Finally Admitted to the University of Toronto

Student Background

Student Z completed theirsecond year of high school in Chinaand originally planned to apply to U.S.universities,spending their final year focusing solely on TOEFL and SAT preparation.Due to various reasons,they later decided against studying in the U.S.and chose Canada instead.After careful consideration,they ultimately enrolled at COA to complete Grade 12,
successfully finishing 8 courses.

University Offers

Case 2:
Direct Admission to Top Australian Universities via COA

Student Background

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,successfully obtained their Ontario Secondary School Diploma,and secured admission to a prestigious university in Australia.

 

University Offers

Case 3:
Unable to take the SAT due to thepandemic,a U.S.high school student switched to OSSD and gained admissionUK,and Australia.

Student Background

Student L,previously enrolled in a U.S.high school curriculum at an international school in Shanghai,was unable to take the SAT due to the pandemic.Considering future applications to universities in the UK or Canada,they transferred to COA for their final year topursue the OSSD program.With an outstanding average of 92 in their Top6 courses,they successfully gained admission toprestigious universities across multiple countries.

University Offers

Case 4:
Low A-Level Grades,Enhanced Profile Through COA,Finally Secured Admission to a Prestigious University

Student Background

Student X,an A-Level student from a top-tier high school in Singapore,faced intense aeademie competition that resulted in generally lower grades across the school,making it difficult to gain admission to their desired Chemistry program.To streng then their application,they enrolled in COA’s Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Grade 12 Chemistry courses,achieving outstanding scores of 98 and 88 respectively,there by demonstrating strong academiccapability.

University Offers

Our Academic Teachers

OCT-Certificate Teachers

All COA courses are taught by Ontario Certified Teachers(OCT)with rich high school experience.

They are experts in thecurriculum,trained in online teaching,and skilled at guiding studentsin a virtual classroom.

Dirk Xu

Dirk Xu

Academic Principle

Our dedicated and professional team is committed to creating an open, student-centered learning environment. We focus on deepening sub and fostering collaboration ject understanding, developing practical skills, —helping each student reach their full potential while providing reliable supports.

Gregory McNiven

Gregory McNiven

English Department

Curriculum Design and Teacher Training

Senior Consultant

Bachelor of Arts,Western University

Sorayaw Mehraban

Sorayaw Mehraban

Mathematics Department/Science Department

Bachelor of Science (Honours , University of Toronto