Grades 9 – 12
The Rhetoric Program
High school is when classical education really differentiates itself from other educational models. King Alfred Academy emphasizes student presentation across all subjects.
Course of Study
What Students Study
Every subject is taught from a distinctly Christian worldview. Core subjects build over four years, with each course preparing students for the next.
Rhetoric
The capstone course, spanning all four years, develops clear, persuasive communication in speaking and writing. Grade 12 students complete a Senior Thesis consisting of formal written essays and an oral defense before a panel.
Options
Beyond the Classroom
Grade 12 Co-op
Grade 12 students may participate in a co-op program with school-approved placements, earning credits toward the KAA diploma.
Dual Credit – Christian Halls
Through Christian Halls, students earn university credits from South Eastern University (accredited in the United States). Credits are currently available in Theology, Literature, and History, with plans to add Math and Science, potentially leading to a 2-year University Associate’s Degree.
Accreditation
About the OSSD
King Alfred Academy is unaccredited and does not offer the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). This is a deliberate choice, and we help every student plan for what comes next.
What This Means for Students
Freedom to offer an authentic classical curriculum.
Independence from government control over curriculum content.
Courses designed to foster wisdom and virtue while maintaining academic excellence.
University and college admissions that require the OSSD involve extra steps. KAA assists with documentation and planning.
After Graduation
Post-Secondary Paths
01Path to University
Students assemble portfolios and apply much like homeschool students. Each university differs in its requirements, and KAA assists with documentation. Students may write the CLT, SAT, or ACT, and the dual credit program strengthens university applications.
02Path to College
Colleges require the OSSD or an equivalent, so students write the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) test at age 18. Students research their program’s requirements and may augment their coursework accordingly.
03Path to Trades
Upon turning 18, students write the CAEC test to qualify for trades schools. The dual credit program helps meet Ontario Academic Course requirements where needed.
Cromwell Hall
Cromwell Hall is a Christ-centred post-secondary institution offering a liberal arts education with intellectual depth, spiritual formation, and vocational skills through small group tutorials and expert guidance.
Apply to the High School
Submit an admission inquiry and we will be in touch about the program and next steps for your student.