If you are like many of us and have found yourself homeschooling or distance learning with your kids once again,…
Even when booking an online class, shopping locally is a smart idea. It means post-pandemic your child can make…
After the past six months of flying by the seat of our pants, it’s almost time for our kids to start the 2020-2021…
This has been a very strange year for students and teachers alike. We ended the 2019-2020 school year from the…
These winter programs for Toronto kids are all about nature. Book early, since they are some of the few 2021 in-person…
This year more than ever, we could all use more kindness! World Kindness Day in November is observed in many countries….
School and program closures were difficult for everyone, but for a lot of children with special needs, these disruptions…
When it comes to preparing kids for the real world beyond school, it’s not necessarily the writing, reading,…
As parents, it’s so easy for us to rely on the school system to teach our children what they “need” to be…
The numbers of COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Ontario and as our kids head to school every day—in-person…
What is curriculum night and why should you go? Ten reasons not to miss this important event this school year.
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These fall 2020 after-school and weekend programs are a great way to explore a hobby or supplement your child’s…
September is just around the corner. And while most school boards across Ontario have delayed start days to as…
As we gear up for the 2020-2021 school year, as parents we are making decisions we’ve never had to face before….
School’s out, but with many in-person camps cancelled this summer (some camps will still operate, but spots…
Whether your kids are heading back to the classroom in person or are continuing with virtual learning in September,…
You may be worried that your child will fall behind in schoolwork during this time of school closures, but calm…
Kids have a great opportunity this summer to take part in camps that may not have worked for them, location-wise,…
The school year is coming to a close and while this school year didn’t go exactly as planned, it’s still worth…
This school year has been anything but normal. Kids have been home from school for the last 3 months, and we’ve…
Are your kids getting tired of the same old online science lessons? Are you looking for a fun way to re-engage…
Are your kids in French Immersion, but you don’t speak a word of French? Or do they simply love counting…
Below are some excellent online resources you can make use of during school closures. Many have also been recommended…
With a two month break from school many parents are on the look-out for helpful tips and tricks to keep their kids…
Tutoring is a great solution for so many different reasons. Even if your child is doing well in class, tutoring…
Looking for a tutor in Toronto? These learning centres and individuals offer one-on-one tutoring for kids either…
Does your child need extra help with homework? Is your child struggling in school or with a particular subject?…
Working in the tutoring field, one of the most common questions I am asked by friends, family, and prospective…
Does your kid claim they “hate” to read? You’re not alone. Here are five helpful tips for encouraging non-readers…
If you’ve heard of psychoeducational assessments — also called simply educational assessments — you might…
Natalie has have found specific approaches to dealing with negative behavioural patterns in gifted children can…
Coding has become a buzzword in education in recent years, with coding classes for kids popping up seemingly everywhere,…
Enroling your child in private school requires careful thought and extensive research, but it need not be stressful….
Smaller classes just sound better—but are they, really? In Canada, class size has been top of mind the past…
Now that we’re shopping for back-to-school, it’s time to start thinking about after school programs. We’ve…
The Our Kids’ Private School Expos are not only a quick and efficient way of finding out about private school…
It’s that time again! In addition to all the shopping for new lunchboxes, backpacks, and school clothes, here are…
Not ready to pick up the kids when the last bell rings? Start the school year right with these after-school programs…
A selection of OEYCs across the GTA offering free drop-in play for babies and toddlers, workshops and support groups…
We know, we know, school hasn’t officially begun yet, but there’s no harm in starting to think about what sort…
Too often, science is seen as ‘too difficult,’ ‘not fun’ and ‘geeky’ by kids. So here are 5 incredible exhibits…
Great resources in Toronto and the GTA for fostering a love of reading. Get kids involved in book clubs, age-appropriate…
When I was a kid, the only thing that took the sting out of back-to-school and the end of summer was heading to…
We are so excited with the plethora of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) programs on offer in Toronto….
School will be back in session in the blink of an eye and kids will go from running wild and free to sitting behind…
Toronto has many programming options designed for children with special needs. The following are some excellent…
It’s time to start thinking about the back-to-school season. The key to getting your kids into the school spirit…
As the end of the school year approaches, a list of the best gifts for teachers—from teachers themselves!
With back-to-school in full swing, one topic on the minds of many families is homework: how to get it done, how…
Parents: here’s what teachers really want to tell you about your child, about school, and about being your child’s…
From a math expert and founder of a Toronto math and science tutoring studio, six expert tips on helping kids improve…
Education is something we parents take very seriously…and when choosing schools, there are so many things to…
Get a jump on the new school year with our back-to-school checklist for parents. Everything you need to prepare…
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There is a significant gap between what children are told is important for their future career success and what…
This post is sponsored, but the opinions expressed are our own. Help! We’ve Got Kids is a free resource, supported…
While students are eagerly anticipating a few weeks away from the classroom this December, parents are looking…
One of the greatest benefits to digital technology is also one its biggest drawbacks – ability to learn autonomously….
