Education in Ontario
From the early years through to postsecondary, children and students can get the skills and knowledge they need to reach their full potential.
A parent guide to our school system
Find information to help you support your child’s success and make informed decisions about their education.
Find information to help you support your child’s success and make informed decisions about their education.- School options for your child
- Know what your child is learning
- Stay informed about your child’s progress
- Safe and accepting schools
- Healthy schools
- Specialized resources and supports for your child
- Giving feedback and getting involved
Support learning at home
Help your child develop their skills and support their learning through everyday games and activities.
- Doing math with your child, kindergarten to Grade 8
- Math homework help for your child, grades 4-10
- Learning about financial literacy for Grades 4-12
Help your teen explore careers
Find out how your teen can get a jump-start in high school on a career that matches their interests while earning credits for their diploma.
- Skilled trades in Ontario schools
- Specialist High Skills Major program
- Cooperative Education
- Dual Credits
- Education and Career/Life Planning Program
Resources and parent guides
The following guides can help you understand and support your child’s learning.
Your child’s education journey
Early years learning
The focus in these years is to build strong foundations that are central to your child’s learning and growth.
Elementary school
The focus in these years is on developing strong literacy, math, science and social studies skills that build a base for all academic achievement.
High school
The focus in these years is to help your child narrow down their interests, support their unique needs for learning and prepare them for graduation and beyond.
Postsecondary
A postsecondary education helps your child build a rewarding career after high school.