Through structured activities, children will practice sitting in small groups, following teacher-led instructions, and transitioning between activities. This program prepares children for success in classroom environments and other group-based programs.
Program Details:
- Duration: April 13 – June 26, 2026
- Schedule:
- Ages 4-6 – Mondays, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1x/week)
- Ages 4-6 – Fridays, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (1x/week)
- Ages 7-9 – Mondays, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (1x/week)
- Ages 7-9 – Fridays, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (1x/week)
- Location: 1870 Birchmount Rd; Scarborough, ON
Goals of the Program:
- Practice sitting in a small group (4–5 students)
- Follow group instructions from a teacher
- Transition smoothly between activities and locations
- Learn to wait with the group during transitions
- Separate from caregivers with confidence
- Request items and activities from the teacher
Eligibility:
Your child is ready for this program, if they:
- Are “group ready” (able to stay in a room with peers without engaging in behaviours that may pose a risk to themselves or others, such as high rates of aggression, self-injury, or elopement)
- Are able to follow some simple instructions with help
What to Expect:
- A structured and supportive environment for skill-building
- Engaging activities that promote group participation
- Hands-on guidance from experienced professionals
- Strategies to help children transition smoothly between tasks