What is the OSSLT?
What is the OSSLT?
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The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) assesses whether students have achieved the essential literacy skills required across all subjects until the conclusion of Grade 9. A passing score on the literacy test is a mandatory criterion for obtaining an Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
The OSSLT administration is scheduled to occur on December 1st Period One and Two.
The OSSLT administration is scheduled to occur on December 1st Period One and Two.
What to expect on the OSSLT
What to expect on the OSSLT
The video introduces the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) and outlines key details for students participating in it. The test is administered in fall and spring during the regular school day, aligning with The Ontario Curriculum standards for literacy up to Grade 9. Successful completion is a graduation requirement for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
The online OSSLT comprises two sessions, each lasting approximately 60 minutes. Session A includes reading selections and questions, while Session B involves reading a dialogue, answering questions, and writing an opinion essay. Students have access to various tools during the test, such as a text-to-speech reader and zoom features.
Preparation includes an introductory session, practice tools, and access to a practice test on EQAO's website. The test's alignment with the curriculum means additional preparation is not necessary. Individual Student Reports are provided to schools, offering outcomes and insights for improvement. Visit www.eqao.com for more information on the Education Quality and Accountability Office.
Parent Webinar
Parent Webinar
EQAO Webinar for Parents and Guardians: What to Expect on the OSSLT
Register for this free live webinar and learn about the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test. Participants will learn about the purpose of Ontario’s large-scale assessments. EQAO staff will explain the assessment format, highlight resources to support students, and answer questions from participants. The session is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a live Q&A with EQAO staff.
Monday, November 10, 2025 - 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (ET)
Resources for students to review and practice:
Resources for students to review and practice:
2023 OSSLT Practice Session A
2023 OSSLT Practice Session A
Click on the button below to access the practice form.
Online OSSLT Practice Test
Online OSSLT Practice Test
Experience the look and feel of the test. Click on the button below to access the site.
2023 Pre-Test OSSLT
2023 Pre-Test OSSLT
Access the Google form based practice tests below
2022 Pre-Test OSSLT
2022 Pre-Test OSSLT
Access the Google form based and PDF versions of practice tests below
Practice Tests iPad Compatible
Practice Tests iPad Compatible
This resources is avaiable from the "Educator's Playground Site"
Weekly Preparation Activities
Weekly Preparation Activities
This resources is avaiable from the "Educator's Playground Site"
WORKS CITED:
"EQAO Assessment Administration Guidelines." EQAO Knowledge Base, Vretta, https://eqao-kb.lswp.vretta.com/.
Smith, John. *Educational Assessment: A Comprehensive Guide.* Google Drive, 2023, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t22MraoSJHRA36wVVTYPCWxo755gb5OY/view.
Jones, Mary. "Using Buttons in the Classroom." *The Educator's Playground*, https://theeducatorsplayground.ca/buttons.
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