Graduation Requirements
Queensgate International School Diploma (OSSD)
Your Path to Success
At Queensgate International School, students must meet specific requirements to earn the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). These requirements ensure a well-rounded education that prepares students for future academic and career success.
The requirements vary depending on when students start Grade 9. Students beginning in 2023 or earlier need 30 credits, while those starting in 2024 or later need 31 credits including a new STEM requirement.
Beyond credit requirements, all students must complete additional requirements including financial literacy, literacy testing, and community service hours.
For Students Starting Grade 9 in 2023 or Earlier
Total: 30 Credits Required (18 compulsory + 12 optional)
Compulsory Credits (18 credits)
English
1 credit per grade
Mathematics
Including at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12
Science
Canadian History
Grade 10
Canadian Geography
Grade 9
The Arts
Health and Physical Education
French as a Second Language
Career Studies
Civics and Citizenship
Group Requirements
1 credit from each of Groups 1, 2, and 3
Group Requirements (3 credits total):
Optional Credits (12 credits)
- Earn 12 optional credits through courses in the school's program calendar
- Up to 4 credits from approved dual credit programs
For Students Starting Grade 9 in 2024 or Later
Total: 31 Credits Required (19 compulsory including STEM + 12 optional)
Compulsory Credits (19 credits including STEM)
English
1 credit per grade
Mathematics
Grade 9, Grade 10, and 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12
Science
Technological Education
Grade 9 or 10
Canadian History
Grade 10
Canadian Geography
Grade 9
The Arts
Health and Physical Education
French as a Second Language
Career Studies
Civics and Citizenship
STEM-Related CourseNEW
NEW REQUIREMENT
STEM-Related Course Options:
Optional Credits (12 credits)
- Earn 12 optional credits through courses in the school's program calendar
- Up to 4 credits from approved dual credit programs
Additional Graduation Requirements
Beyond credit requirements, all students must complete these essential graduation requirements
Financial Literacy
As part of the compulsory Grade 10 mathematics course, students must achieve a mark of 70% or higher to pass this requirement.
This ensures students have essential financial knowledge for their future.
Literacy Requirement
Students must meet the provincial literacy standard by either passing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) or completing the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course (OLC4O).
Queensgate offers the OLC4O course for students who need to fulfill this requirement.
Community Involvement
Complete a minimum of 40 hours of unpaid community service. This requirement helps students gain civic awareness, impact their communities, and explore career options.
Our Guidance Team provides a tracking sheet and assists with finding suitable activities.
About the OLC4O Course
The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course (OLC4O) is designed for students who need to fulfill the literacy requirement for graduation. This course focuses on developing the reading and writing skills necessary to succeed in school and beyond.
- Alternative to the OSSLT literacy test
- Comprehensive reading and writing development
- Offered to students who need literacy support
For more details on graduation requirements, credit planning, and the complete OSSD pathway, download our comprehensive guide.