At Keystone School, we understand that every student’s academic journey is unique—especially for international students navigating a new education system. Our comprehensive academic planning services are designed to provide personalized guidance and support, ensuring a smooth transition into Canadian education while helping students achieve their academic and career goals.
Is Keystone School Accredited?
Keystone School in Toronto is fully accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education, ensuring that we meet the highest standards of academic excellence. Students graduate with the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), a credential recognized by universities worldwide for its rigor and quality.
Additionally, Keystone School is proud to be a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. This reflects our commitment to offering a globally recognized curriculum that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and intercultural understanding. We aim to achieve full authorization for the IB Diploma Program by the 2026-2027 academic year, providing students the choice to pursue this internationally respected program.
Graduation Requirements
Our Academic Coordinators assist all students, beginning in grade 9, with academic planning to ensure that they are working toward all of the graduation requirements at the outset of their academic journey.
In order to obtain their diploma, students must complete:
- 17 Compulsory credits
- 13 Optional credits
- 2 Online Learning Credits
- 40 hours of community service
- OSSLT
30 Credits
- 4 credits in English (1 credit per grade)
- 3 credits in Mathematics (Grade 9, Grade 10 and 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12)
- 2 credits in Science
- 1 credit in Technological Education (Grade 9 or Grade 10)
- 1 credit in Canadian History (Grade 10)
- 1 credit in Canadian Geography (Grade 9)
- 1 credit in the Arts
- 1 credit in Health and Physical Education
- 1 credit in French as a Second Language
- 0.5 credit in Career Studies
- 0.5 credit in Civics and Citizenship
- 1 credit from the STEM-related course group
Chosen from Keystone’s course offerings and calendar.
For more information, please visit the Ministry of Education website here.
OSSLT
The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) is a compulsory standardized test for secondary school students in Ontario who wish to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The OSSLT is written twice a year in all public, private and Catholic secondary schools in the province of Ontario.
Community Service
Every student must complete a minimum of 40 hours of community involvement activities as part of the requirements for an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
The purpose of the community involvement requirement is to encourage students to develop awareness and understanding of civic responsibility and of the role they can play and the contributions they can make in supporting and strengthening their communities.
Students transferring from abroad or from other provinces:
Students must complete all graduation requirements in Ontario to be eligible to graduate with an OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma). The 30 credits are to be taken during the 4 years of high school, between grades 9 and 12. When a student transfers into Keystone School, all credits from previous schools will be assessed as per their transcripts (to be included with their online application form). Equivalencies will be granted based on their previous schooling.
For example: Sebastian applies to Keystone for grade 11. He has completed grade 9 & 10 in Mexico. Given that he has successfully passed the required courses in grades 9 & 10 in Mexico, he will be granted the equivalent credits in Ontario. Those equivalent courses will show as transfer credits in his transcript.
Academic Guidance
Keystone School provides personalized academic guidance to help students navigate their educational journey. Our dedicated advisors work closely with students to select courses, plan for university admissions, and achieve their academic goals.
Where do Keystone graduates go?
Learn where Keystone School graduates continue their academic journeys. Our graduates are accepted into top universities worldwide, pursuing diverse fields of study. Explore how Keystone’s comprehensive education prepares students for success in higher education and beyond.
Discover more about Keystone School graduates’ destinations.
IB Candidate School
Keystone School is proud to be an International Baccalaureate (IB) candidate school. We are committed to offering a globally recognized education that fosters critical thinking, international-mindedness, and a passion for learning. Discover more about our IB journey.
Learn more about International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
