EQAO/OSSLT Information

General Administration Dates 2025–2026 School Year

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)
Fall 2025 - Tuesday, November 5, 2025 to Tuesday, December 2, 2025, with individual student results reported on or by the end of January 2026.
Spring 2026- Monday, March 23, 2026 to Monday, April 20, 2026, with individual student results reported on or by the end of May 2026.

Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics
Winter 2026 - Wednesday, January 7, 2026 to Friday, January 30, 2026, with individual student results reported after each student has completed the assessment.
Spring 2026 - Thursday, May 28, 2026 to Wednesday, June 24, 2026, with individual student results reported after each student has completed the assessment.

Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) 

Successful completion of the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) is a graduation requirement for all high school students in Ontario.  The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) measures whether students are meeting the minimum standard for literacy across all subjects. The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is employing a computer-based online OSSLT to eligible students across the province. The assessment must be completed in person at the student’s school on a school board owned device.

Below is a list of resources for students to access in preparation for the OSSLT:

Literacy Lessons

OSSLT Practice Test

Student Tips Sheet

Slideshow-Preparing and Supporting Students for the OSSLT

OSSLT Framework

Best Regards, 

Ms. Williams Ms. Dailey

Department Head of English Vice Principal
williamsch@hdsb.ca daileya@hdsb.ca