2019-20 Extra-Curricular Programming

For students in grades 8 through to grade 12 who require support with homework completion and preparation for tests and exams. Students work 1:1 with an experienced and knowledgeable teacher or instructor. We take a mindfulness approach by placing an emphasis on building confidence through self-reflection and self-regulation.

Scheduling: Private Tutoring is booked individually. Session are available Monday, Tuesday. Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Terms may be adjusted for high school semester schedules. 

A space for students in Grades 6 through 9 to complete their homework or projects and study for upcoming tests under the guidance of a teacher/mentor.  The teacher helps students beyond homework completion with motivation, study skills and organization.

Scheduling: Wednesdays,  3:30-5:30

A specialized, qualified, experienced teacher implements an individualized plan for your child based on their needs. Our specilists include those with qualifications in behaviour therapy, OT support, social skills, and more. 

With a therapeutic approach we use mindfulness to work on social, fine motor, and activity transitioning skills by placing an emphasis on building confidence through self-reflection and self-regulation. Skill-based teaching is used in reading, writing, and math while enriching strengths and building up areas of difficulty along with regular assessments and oral progress reports to parents.

Scheduling: Scheduled individually. Please Inquire.

For children aged 3-4 years. This program lays a strong foundation for a positive educational experience and a smooth transition to Kindergarten. Children may attend once or twice per week. Experienced educators spend time exploring literacy, numeracy, science and so much more with children through a natural and inquiry-based program. This program includes exploring skills within:

• • Literacy: phonics, writing skills through fine motor development, literature appreciation through storytelling
  • Early math concepts, including numeracy and patterning
  • Self-Expression and Creativity
  • Building independence, self-awareness and confidence
  • Cooperation and communication skills with peers
  • Cognitive Skills – Memory games, science experiments, sequencing, books, musical instruments, songs and games, visit police and fire stations, finger plays. 
  • Gross Motor Skills – Safe area for running, jumping, climbing, swinging, sliding, riding bikes, proper use of balls and bean bags, songs and games.

Scheduling: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9:30am-12:00 noon  (Choose 1 day, 2-days or 3-days)

Session progress reports (every 10 weeks) $72

Literacy and Math Assessment with report (Grades K-8) $135

These introductory music class crosses multiple instruments to help children develop an understanding of rhythm, beat, melody and the methods behind learning an instrument. These classes can be private or Semi-Private with friends or siblings. 

Scheduling: Classes can be scheduled during after-school and evening hours for  Monday or Wednesday.

Children love to move, sing, dance and make music so we designed a program just for them! Ideal for children 2-3.5 yrs, Acorn Music explores the fundamentals of sound through song and dance. Parents and children will explore sound through percussion instruments, sing-alongs, art activities and so much more!

Through a fun and engaging dance class, Bollywood Dancers will learn:

• Graceful coodination
• Balance & Posture
• Rhythm & Flexibility
• Body Awareness
• Strength development
• Confidence  Discipline
• Interacting with others

Scheduling: Wednesdays Ages 4-10 at 5:30-6:30pm and Adults at 7:30-8:30pm

Young children are natural dancers. This class helps them explore music and movement and the beauty of self-expression through familiar songs. The class will infuse elements of ballet, jazz, hip hop and lyrical dance while promoting individuality and confidence through movement. 

Scheduling: TBD

Students (Ages 4-6) will explore new ways to express their imaginations through various artistic mediums. The class content will vary depending on the interests and skills of the participant and many projects may extend over multiple weeks.

Scheduling: Mondays, 3:30-4:30

For children aged 3-4 years. This program lays a strong foundation for a positive educational experience through a natural and inquiry-based program based in the Arts. Children explore the world through Yoga, Mindfulness, Art, Music, limited only by their own imaginations.

This program includes exploring skills within:

• • Literacy: phonics, writing skills through fine motor development, literature appreciation through storytelling
  • Early math concepts, including numeracy and patterning
  • Self-Expression and Creativity
  • Building independence, self-awareness and confidence
  • Cooperation and communication skills with peers
  • Cognitive Skills – Memory games, science experiments, sequencing, books, musical instruments, songs and games, visit police and fire stations, finger plays.
  • Gross Motor Skills – Safe area for running, jumping, climbing, swinging, sliding, riding bikes, proper use of balls and bean bags, songs and games.

Scheduling: Saturdays, 9:00am-10:30 noon  (1.5hrs) Drop-off

Yoga Flow is all about having fun and starting the week with positivity, relazation and body awareness! We go through active poses in an easy to follow a sequence and learn simple mindfulness techniques to help us through the rest of the week. This series is suitable for all levels of yoga experience.

Scheduling: Mondays, 7-8pm

Instructor: Donna Reed (Island-Essence Yoga & Wellbeing)

A fun and free-flowing introduction to yoga for young children in a 30-min class. Our Early Educators are experienced in safely leading young children through Yoga sequences and poses in a fun and engaging way.

Ages 3-4, Sat 11:30am-12:00noon (Instructor: Doran Reed)

Ages 5-6, Sat 1:00-1:30pm (Instructor: Kelly Farrell)

Ages 6-8, Sat 1:45-2:15pm (Instructor: Kelly Farrell)