How do the courses work?
All course assignments, quizzes and discussions are available in each online classroom. Students use email to send assignments to their teacher and receive feedback.
How long is the course and can it be completed early or extended?
Courses at eSchool are self pacing and designed to be completed in 3 months, however students can accelerate through the course. If a student encounters special circumstances that prevent them from completing their course on time, they may purchase extensions to lengthen the duration of the course in one or two month increments up to a full 12 months from their original start date.
Is a textbook required?
Most courses at eschool are designed to work with required supplementary materials such as textbooks. The textbooks selected for courses at eSchool are approved by the Ministry of Education in Ontario and are used throughout Ontario schools. Required textooks may be an additional cost. Students should contact their local centre to confirm if the cost of required materials such as books are included in the price of their course.
How long will it take to receive a textbook? Where is the textbook sent?
We will send the textbook directly to the student so they have it along with their username and login information for their Wednesday start date.
What does a student need to register?
Students must provide a copy of their Ontario Student Transcript (OST) or credit counseling summary showing pre-requisite achieved, along with a secondary piece of ID – their birth certificate, drivers license, etc. Their parents (under 18) will also need to sign a permission form.
How long will it take to process a registration?
Registrations received by 5pm on Friday are processed and students are able to begin their courses the following Wednesday by 6pm. Once a registration has been processed, students are sent an email that will include their start date, information on how to access their course(s) and when textbook(s) will be received.
Can a student register directly with eSchool? What is the cost for eSchool courses?
Courses at eSchool are available only through approved educational locations. By combining our courses with the additional support available through our partners, students will have access to crucial one on one personal support as required. Tuition fees for eSchool courses vary depending on the location of the approved education centre.
How are I.E.P / I.P.R.C. (Individual Education Plan) student accommodations met?
Students with special learning needs excel at eSchool! Students work at their own pace without classroom distractions. Individual Education Plans (IEP's) and relevant medical reports should be submitted at the time of registration so that eSchool teachers can best accommodate any special learning needs a student may have.
Can Adult Students over 18 receive credits for life experience?
Yes, Students who were 18 before February 1, 2004 and have attended high school in Ontario can qualify for up to 12 Maturity credits and may be granted further equivalent education credits at the principals discretion.
If you turned 18 after February 1, 2004 or you've never attended an Ontario High school you may be eligible for up to 16 Grade 9 and 10 credits following an individual assessment. For more information, please review our maturity/equivalency credit information form.
Students New to Ontario and/or Ontario High School
If you've never attended an Ontario High school you may be eligible for Ontario credits following an individual assessment. For more information, please review our maturity/equivalency credit information form.
How do Students and Parents contact the teacher?
Students, parents (if the student is under 18), and any support team members each receive a copy of the teacher's contact information including email address, online office hours, and phone number.
When does a student receive a midterm mark?
The student will receive a copy of their midterm mark by email once they have submitted the first 50% of their course. A copy at that time is also sent to the students 'home' school.
When can a student write the exam?
Upon completion of all course material (activities, tests, discussion postings, independent study unit, etc), the eSchool teacher will give permission for the final exam to be scheduled. The student will receive an email from eSchool letting them know that they can proceed to book the final exam. There is a 5 day waiting period between a student booking their final exam and the expected examination date.
How long will it take to receive a final mark?
Final marks take approximately 10 business days to be released. A copy will be sent to the student by email and a copy will also be sent directly to the students 'home' school
A student wants their marks sent to OUAC/OCAS, a University or College?
A copy of the final mark can be sent by fax or courier to OUAC/OCAS or any University/College. Please note that while OUAC/OCAS will accept faxes, many colleges or universities will not. Copies can be sent by fax or courier at a cost of $25 for the first location and $10 for each additional institution.
Does eSchool have a refund credit policy?
eSchool takes great care in trying to control tuition costs for students. It takes a lot of time to process a student's registration and ensure they have an Ontario College of Teachers certified teacher available for them. Therefore eSchool does not issue refunds to students. However, if a student is temporarily unable to continue in a course, we can place it on Hold for up to a maximum of 6 months from their original start date. When a student resumes their course, the remaining study time is made available.
