We are particularly passionate about students embarking on their first years of high school on a positive note by teaching them the academic skills and habits that are integral for achievement. Our Grade 9 Enhanced Pathways Program focuses on high expectations, excellence, engagement, equity, and belief.

Students who have traditionally selected between the academic and applied level courses are placed in all academic level programming. This allows students the opportunity to learn and grow before making a pathway choice. With class sizes capped at 26 and a collaborative school-wide approach to elevate learning, we BELIEVE in your child and have HIGH expectations of them!

Due to our successes with the Grade 9 Enhanced Pathways Program, we have now continued this pathway into Grade 10.

The ISP (Intensive Support Program) at Oakwood Collegiate allows students to thrive in a safe and caring environment. Students follow the Alternative TDSB Developmental Disabilities Curriculum. Learning expectations are separated in four main instructional areas: Communication skills, Functional Academic skills, Activities of Daily Living skills and Social Skills. Additionally, students take part in Gross Motor and Art classes. There is a strong emphasis in the teaching of independence, intrapersonal, interpersonal and vocational skills.

Our students take part in organized school events and contribute to Oakwood’s overall community and culture.

Oakwood's Co-Operative Education program supports senior students earning credits through work placements. We have developed a diverse range of Co-Op placements in our local community, which includes schools, arts organizations, community agencies and small businesses.

Additionally, co-op placements are a requirement for both the Sports and Arts & Culture SHSMs.