Every small act of kindness matters and has the potential to make a huge impact in the lives of others. During our final week of summer camp, our theme was “Be The Change”. Students were inspired to share kindness with their friends and family and even...
We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.” ~ Franklin D. Roosevelt At Oak Learners, our mandate includes helping all learners reach their potential through creativity, confidence and community. This mandate goes...
Anxiety levels are up and test scores are down. Ontario students are experiencing record levels of stress, anxiety and suicidal rates are higher than ever before, but students are still under daily pressure to perform to meet provincial standards.
How do some eggs hatch when others don’t? Why are eggs different colours? Can I have a duck as a pet? Why do ducks have feathers? Where do ducks live in the winter? These are a few of the questions our students asked when we presented them with an incubator full of...
Written by: Kelly Letros – Behaviour Therapist During spring break, I was enthused to spend my week with children who had registered for a week-long camp program. Daily, they were running to and fro through the corridors of the centre, from one pre-planned...
Enjoy these highlights from our 2018 March Break Camp at Oak Learners! Our campers explored so many exciting things this week, including endangered animals, music from around the world, handmade snacks and treats and so many wonderful walks through our...
Written by: Kelly Letros – Behaviour Therapist It started in a small Canadian community with two teenagers standing up for a boy getting mocked for wearing a pink shirt. Pink Shirt Day this year is on Feb 28th. It is now celebrated in countries around the world,...
On February 24, 2018, a pair of Grade 6 students from Oak Learners walked in solidarity with thousands of people across Canada to raise money and awareness for the homeless as part of the Coldest Night of the Year. Amelie and Daniela became very passionate about...
As parents and educators, it is imperative that we recognize these unique learning styles in our children and allow them opportunities to engage in their learning through equally unique modes.
Please join us for our Grand Opening Celebration, to be held on October 3rd at 6:30pm at Oak Learners, located at 394 Royal York Road. We want to recognize the efforts of so many people who have contributed to the expansion and new home of Oak Learners. Sperry Bilyea,...
Our Fall programs kicked off this week and our new centre is full of life, love and music! Children in our Day School began exploring Healthy Bodies and came up with some fantastic questions they wonder about our bodies. They also took a trip to Mimico Library and...
Anxiety is one of the fastest growing concerns among school-aged children and youth in the school system these days. Many teachers and parents agree that children are under increasing pressure to perform in the classroom to keep up with standardized curriculum, all...
Recognizing the need for increased support for students experience difficulty in the school system, Oak Learners brings together professionals to provide an enriched and supportive learning environment for their students. On July 6th, 2017, Oak Learners launches...
Children are naturally good at learning – it’s what they do from the moment they are born! Children learn language, culture, social norms, and knowledge from everyone around them. For most children, learning doesn’t end when the school bell rings or when schools...
It is with great pride that we share our exciting news with you! Oak Learners is now a fully registered not-for-profit organization, enabling us to provide increased support and expanding programming to the vibrant families in and around our neighbourhood. We...
At Oak Learners we understand that every child learns differently and we love that! Each of the founding partners at Oak Learners have experienced the trials of parenting a child who needs something “more” than what is traditionally offered by both public and private...
On Sunday, December 11, 2016, Oak Learners was thrilled to welcome our friends and families together to celebrate the musical accomplishments of our students. We gathered at Placebo Place, a local lounge and live-music venue to listen to selections prepared by our...
Whether you are the type of person who wakes up ready to take on the world, or the type of person who needs time and space to prepare for the day, adding a few moments of mindfulness practice to your morning routine can make all the difference to your mindset for the...
Life is hectic! Meal planning, shopping, cooking and even finding time to eat together can be challenging. We worry or feel guilty if we don’t provide all the food groups, or if our children won’t eat them, never have time to read the food labels when shopping...
Oak Learners Mindfulness programs are inclusive of the whole person, mind, body and spirit, promoting a calm, focused, alert, aware and creative state of mind contributing directly to the development of cognitive, performance and executive functioning skills. Think...
Friday, October 7th was our first PA Day Camp of the new school year! Campers enjoyed a fun-filled day of music, mindfulness and outdoor exploration! Enjoy some photo highlights from our day! To register for the next PA Day Camp, on November 18th, click HERE...
Fresh, local organic fruits and veggies every week? Convenient pick-up? Affordable price? Yes, please!! Oak Learners is thrilled to be a NEW pick-up location for Active Organix. Each week, you have the choice to opt-in to a bag of delicious organic fruits and...
The book Augie and Me by R.J Palacio is a sequel to the book Wonder. The book Wonder is about a boy named August Pullman, who is in 5th grade. This boy has a severe facial deformity and has been home-schooled for his whole life. He is heading to 5th grade and his mom...
Friday nights for the Oak learners group have been eventful and exciting. From ribbons to slides, their activities have it all, and you’re invited. There is a concert sponsored by Oak learners at Mimico square that features local bands every Friday night from...
“In today’s rush, we all think too much — seek too much — want too much — and forget about the joy of just being.” ~Eckhart Tolle The human body functions at its peak when the mind and body work together to achieve calmness and synchronicity. That feeling you get when...
On June 12, 2016, our talented young students took to the stage at Amos Waites Park in Mimico to perform for family and friends. Here are some of our favourite moments! We were SNAP’D too! See more pics here: https://etobicoke.snapd.com/event/953671#/ ...
Every June, the talented students of Royal House of Music take the stage to perform for friends and family at the Hay Stock Music Festival. This year, we have changed venues and our newly renamed Oak Learners will be taking over Amos Waites Park in Mimico-by-the-Lake....
Registration for our unique Summer Programs is now open! There will be 4 amazing weeks of camps for children ages 6-12. Additionally, you can register for private music lessons and academic teaching all summer long! Summer Camps Include: A: July 11-15 – School’s...