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Grades 6 — 12 — Toronto, ON (Map)
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REVIEW OF Ontario Virtual School BY student, Ashar Kashif

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  • Date of Review
    September 16, 2026
  • Grades
    Gr. 12 (current)
  • Gender
    Male
  • Enrollment
    Day Student

(5) Student Experience

I would say I love Ontario Virtual School. The main thing I like about it is the flexibility. I can work on my courses when it fits my schedule, and I don't have to worry about going to a regular classroom every day. I also like being able to go back to lessons and review things if I don't understand them the first time. One thing I wish I knew before starting was how much self-discipline online school takes. You have a lot more freedom, but that also means you have to be responsible for keeping up with your work. It can be easy to put something off and then end up with a lot to do. If I could change one thing, I would probably add more interaction with teachers and other students. Having optional live meetings, study sessions, or more opportunities to ask questions in real time would make online school feel a little less independent. Overall, I think OVS is a good option if you like working independently and want more flexibility. It takes some getting used to, but once you get into a routine, it can be a really convenient way to study.

The Best Part

The best part about being a student at Ontario Virtual School is the flexibility. I like being able to work at my own pace, manage my schedule, and have more control over when and how I complete my schoolwork.

Suggested Improvements

I wish there were more opportunities for live interaction with teachers and other students. Optional study sessions or live Q&A meetings could make online learning more engaging and less independent.

Hidden Details

Something that might surprise a new student is how much responsibility you have for managing your own time. You need to stay organized and motivated because nobody is reminding you about everything.

(5) School Leadership

(5) Teaching

(5) Academics

(4.5) Extracurriculars

(4.5) Students

(4.5) School Life

(4.5) Community

(5) School Location

(5) Admissions

 

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Student, Navroop Kaur (2026)

Gr. 11 to Gr. 12 — I had a really great experience completing SBI3U through Ontario Virtual School, and I’m very happy with my experience with OVS. I finished the course with a 97%, which I’m very proud of! The vid...

(4.9)

Student, Rejoice Boateng (2026)

Gr. 12 — My experience at Ontario Virtual School has been very positive. I really appreciate the flexibility of online learning, especially being able to organize my study time around my personal schedule. The...

(4.7)

Student, Alyson Chen (2026)

Gr. 12 — I completed the SCH4U (12 Chemistry) course here. The lessons, gradebook, and coursework were well organized. Everything was relatively easy to find, and if I couldn't find it, my teacher, Ms. Eshaque...
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