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Like a tree, every child grows at their own pace and in their own direction. Our private tutors nurture from JK through University.

Back to School Round Up

The back to school season doesn’t start on the first day of school. It starts with shopping and preparing for a successful school year.

Explore Nature Together: Flower Walks

Explore nature as a family! Short walks can be a lot of fun and build environmental care and awareness.

Marker Painting: How to use up old markers

At Oak Learners we love doing art! So much so that we can run through a lot of markers. But, did you know that the markers aren’t really out of colour?! It’s true! You can take them apart, add the cores inside to water and make water colour paint. So, let's use up old...

β˜• Coffee and Connections

β˜• Coffee and Connections

β˜•Parent Coffee and Connections Are you a parent of a child enrolled at Oak Learners? We’d love to connect with you! Join us for a warmΒ and welcoming drop-in gathering where you can meet other parents, share stories, and build community. πŸ—“οΈ When: First Tuesday of every...

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Use up old markers before tossing them

Marker Painting: How to use up old markers

At Oak Learners we love doing art! So much so that we can run through a lot of markers. But, did you know that the markers aren’t really out of colour?! It’s true! You can take them apart, add the cores inside to water and make water colour paint. So, let's use up old...

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Six young children playing closely together in a sandbox, demonstrating the collaborative nature and science of small class sizes during outdoor learning.

The Science Behind 6:1 Learning Environments

Why Small Classes Change Big Feelings: The Science Behind 6:1 Learning Environments Did you know that school is emotional long before it’s academic? New routines, noisy rooms, and social rules all stress developing nervous systems. Understanding the science of small...

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Oak Learners Spring Concert

When: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, from 6:30–8PM Where: Amos Waites Park, 2441 Lake Shore Blvd. W. About: This year’s theme, "Sunshine and Showtunes," brings the energy and magic of the theatre straight to the waterfront. Whether you’re a die-hard Broadway fan or just...

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two children painting with colourful paint

Creativity & Children’s Mental Health | Oak Learners

Creativity Is Not β€˜Extra’: How Art, Music, and Making Support Children’s Mental Health Parents sometimes walk into Oak and say something like β€œI love that they’re painting and playing music… but is this really as important as reading and math?” Here’s the honest...

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ripping paper to create a collage, layers of paper laid on top of each other

Why Ripping Paper Is So Good for Kids

Benefits of RippingΒ  PaperΒ  Β Why Ripping Paper Is So Good for KidsΒ  As adults ripping paper is one of those things we call β€œmaking a mess” but for kids, it is one of those β€œthe best activities."Β  Give a child a stack of scrap paper and they’ll usually know exactly...

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Standard First Aid Cpr C Course

Standard First Aid Cpr C Course

This comprehensive two-day course offers first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training. This course is for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home or as a work requirement. This course meets legislation...

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Stay Safe Course June 29

Stay Safe Course June 29

Stay Safe Course Our Red Cross Babysitting course offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth 9-13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their...

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Stay Safe Course June 5

Stay Safe Course June 5

Stay Safe Course Our Red Cross Babysitting course offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth 9-13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their...

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Babysitting June 29

Babysitting June 29

Babysitting Course Our Red Cross Babysitting course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to children in different age groups, learning to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also...

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Babysitting June 5

Babysitting June 5

Babysitting Course Our Red Cross Babysitting course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to children in different age groups, learning to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also...

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two young children holding hands

Summer Camp for Shy & Anxious Kids

Friendships Under the Trees: How Summer Camp Supports Shy or Anxious Kids You know that feeling when you want your child to have friends and fun in the summer… But you also secretly worry they’ll spend the first three days hiding behind the counselor or asking when...

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Open house Royal York Campus Oak Learners

Open House

Curious about Oak Leaners? May 28th Open House You're invited to explore Oak Learners at our Royal York campus May 28th from 4:30–6:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to tour the facilities, and learn how we can support creativity, confidence, community andΒ Β education...

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