OSSLT (literacy test)

2023 - 2024 OSSLT

The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) measures whether students are meeting the minimum standard for literacy across all subjects up to the end of Grade 9. Successful completion of the literacy test is one of the requirements to earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. All students learning in person across the province write this test. 

Resources to help prepare for the test can be found below:

SEM 1 Dates - Gr. 11 & 12

Nov. 16 (A,B) - Practice Test in Library

Nov. 23 - Booklet A - Library

Nov. 24 - Booklet B - Library

SEM 2 Dates - Gr. 10

April 9th - Practice Test in Library

April 23rd - Booklet A - Library

April 24th - Booklet B - Library

OSSLT RESOURCES

EDSS Student Guide: Everything you need to know about writing the OSSLT

SERTs (Special Ed Resource Teachers) will connect with all students who have IEPs in advance of the test to determine the appropriate accommodations needed for the day of the OSSLT. 

Options may include a small group setting, assistive or adaptive equipment, prompts to return the student to task, enlarged print or audio recordings. 

The most suitable accommodations will be determined based on the student's learning needs.