Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO)

The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is an agency in Ontario, Canada, responsible for assessing the educational performance of students in publicly funded schools. It conducts standardized tests in subjects like math and literacy, mainly for students in grades 3, 6, and 9. These assessments help measure student achievement, inform parents and educators, and guide the government in making decisions about education policies. EQAO results aim to improve the quality of education and ensure students are meeting provincial standards, ultimately supporting better educational outcomes for all.