Accessing Remote Learning

2027–28 school year

Students who are currently attending school In-Person will be able to request Remote Learning for the 2027 - 2028 school year through the Out-of-Area Admission process, beginning in January 2027. Applicants will be seated where space is available according to theOut-of-Area Admission prioritiesOut-of-Area Admission priorities.

Secondary Out-of-Area Application:

Program: select Remote Learning
School: Virtual Secondary School

Elementary Out-of-Area Application:

Program: select Remote Learning
School: Virtual Elementary School

• Students in Grade 8 attending Virtual Elementary School will not need to apply to attend Virtual Secondary School; they will be transferred automatically. Students wishing to return to in-person learning for Grade 9 will need to complete a “Return to In-Person” request form.
• Students in remote learning wishing to return to in-person learning at any other regular transition time should contact their designated school by address to register to attend.
• Students attending Virtual Secondary School opting to take Cooperative Education will only be permitted to complete virtual coop placements.

• Students receiving in-person support through a Special Education Intensive Support Program (ISP) can access ISP support in remote learning through the IPRC process. No Out-of-Area Admissions application is required.
• Intensive French Language Programs, LEAP, Alternative Schools, and Student Interest Programs continue to be available in-person only.

The TDSB is transitioning to a Virtual Elementary School model for students in Grades 4 to 8, which is being phased-in over the next three years:

• 2027 - 2028: Grades 3 - 8
• 2028 - 2029: Grades 4 - 8

All students who opt for remote learning must actively reside in Ontario throughout the year for the time of instruction. Students who apply will be required to make an in-person appointment to provide proof of residency in Ontario at the beginning of the school year. Students who do not provide proof of residency in person, will be demitted from remote learning. Students who move outside of Ontario during the school year will also be demitted from remote learning.

To develop the classroom community, enhance student engagement, and build connection with one another, students are expected to have their cameras on during class time. Students are expected to fully participate and attend class regularly.

Students who reside outside of the City of Toronto, whose home school board does not offer a remote learning option, may apply to attend Remote Learning in the TDSB through Out-of-Area Admissions. In the event of non-attendance, students will return to their home board.