About Cedarcrest

Who We Are

Who We Are
Cedarcrest Academy is a Canadian online private secondary school dedicated to providing international students with access to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) pathway.

We support students from Canada and around the world, with a particular focus on students in India and other international markets who are seeking a flexible Ontario secondary school education. Our approach is designed to help students understand their academic options, plan their courses, and work toward their educational goals.

Whether students are currently studying under CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, or another education system, Cedarcrest Academy provides an alternative pathway that can support their individual academic journey.

Our goal is to provide students and families with clear academic guidance, flexible learning opportunities, and the support they need throughout their secondary education

Our Educational Philosophy

Our Educational Philosophy
At Cedarcrest Academy, we believe that every student’s secondary education journey is unique. Our educational approach focuses on providing students with flexibility, clear academic planning, and the guidance needed to make informed decisions about their future.

We recognize that students come from different educational systems, academic backgrounds, and countries. For this reason, we aim to understand each student’s individual circumstances and help identify an appropriate academic pathway.

Through online learning, academic support, teacher interaction, and ongoing progress monitoring, we strive to create a learning environment that encourages students to take an active role in their education while receiving the guidance they need along the way.

Ontario Education

Ontario Education
Ontario education provides students with a structured secondary school pathway designed to support their academic development and preparation for future post-secondary studies.

For international students, an Ontario secondary education can provide an opportunity to study within the Ontario education system while planning toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).

At Cedarcrest Academy, students can receive guidance on course selection, academic planning, credit requirements, and graduation pathways. Our goal is to help students understand the Ontario education system and make informed decisions based on their academic background and future plans.

OSSD pathway

OSSD pathway
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is Ontario’s secondary school diploma. Cedarcrest Academy provides international students with a pathway to complete their secondary education through the Ontario curriculum.

Students may begin their journey by providing information about their current grade, curriculum, subjects studied, previous academic results, existing credits, English proficiency, and desired graduation timeline.

Based on the student’s academic background and goals, the Cedarcrest academic and counselling team can help determine appropriate courses and next steps. Where applicable, previous academic studies and credits can be considered as part of the student’s academic planning.

Students can then progress through their selected courses, complete required academic work and assessments, monitor their progress, and work toward their graduation requirements.

Why Students May Consider An Ontario Education

Why Students May Consider An Ontario Education
Students choose different educational pathways based on their academic background, learning preferences, and future goals. An Ontario education may be considered by students looking for a flexible alternative to their existing secondary education system.

For international students, an Ontario education can provide an opportunity to complete secondary studies within the Ontario education system while planning for future post-secondary opportunities in Canada, the United States, or other international destinations.

Cedarcrest Academy supports students by helping them understand course options, plan their academic pathway, monitor their progress, and prepare for their intended future studies.

Our focus is on providing students and families with clear information and academic guidance so they can make informed decisions about their education.

International Student Information

International Student Information
Cedarcrest Academy welcomes students from international education systems who are interested in exploring an Ontario secondary education pathway.

We have a particular focus on supporting students in India and other international markets. Students currently studying under CBSE, ICSE, NIOS, or other education systems can explore whether an Ontario education may be an appropriate pathway for their academic goals.

Our international student support includes guidance on academic backgrounds, course planning, credit requirements, graduation timelines, and future post-secondary planning.

Students and parents can begin by sharing information about their current education, subjects, academic results, English proficiency, existing credits, and intended field of study. Our admissions and counselling team can then review the information and help determine the appropriate next steps.

Cedarcrest Academy is committed to providing clear, transparent information and individualized academic guidance throughout the student’s journey.