Education programs are geared for children looking to learn outside the classroom. This includes kids of all ages, from kindergarteners to high schoolers. Educational programs are offered after-school, on weekends, during holidays, on PA days, and at other times. There are also educational camps offered during the summer—both day and overnight camps. Read more
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 Sylvan Learning of Mississauga Centre Mississauga
We offer low monthly rate programs in Readng, Writing, Math, Homework, Science Study Skills and Advanced Reading Strategies. Our STEM related programs and camps receive great popularity. Read more...
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 Budding Genius - Central Mississauga Mississauga
We're the coolest, most innovative kid program! more than 20 activities: Robotics (AI, Binary code..) Math tutoring, Lego, Harry Potter camps, Technical drawing for engineers,coding, website design, animation(in En & Fr) Read more...
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 Don Mills, Toronto; Markham
Creative Writing & Drama Camps | Reading Comprehension, Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, in addition to in-class camps, we are offering online courses for kids ages 7 to 14. Read more...
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 Thornhill; Markham
Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Read more...
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 Markham; Brampton
SV Robotics Academy is a project based learning program for bright and curious students! We help students find their love for learning, innovate and participate in numerous events year round! Read more...
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 Mississauga; Downtown West, Toronto; Markham
The fastest growing STEM camp in Toronto and the GTA, offering programs in Robotics and AI, Coding, Programming, Advanced Math, Practical Science, 3D Printing and Modeling. Read more...
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 No Fuss Tutors - In Home Tutoring Oakville; Markham; Lawrence Heights, Toronto
Private In-Home Tutoring | Throughout the GTA | $30 Per Hour | Math, English, Science & More | Grade 1-12 | Rated 5 Stars on Google | Try Your First Hour on Us Read more...
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 Thornhill; Mississauga; Richmond Hill
Toronto's leading robotics club teaching students 7 years and older how to build and program robots following a STEM-focused curriculum. Year-round after school/weekend program and premier March Break and Summer Camps. Read more...
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 Thornhill; Bayview Village, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto
LSA - where children become leaders in our new technological age. S.T.E.M, finance and leadership skills are mastered through fascinating camps, lessons and programs. Year-round programs for all ages across the G.T.A! Read more...
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 Brampton; Downsview, Toronto
Be creative, have fun and meet new friends in our March break and Summer camps in Brampton and Toronto. Dynamic programming includes: Lego Robotic's, sports, arts & crafts, workshops, field trips & indoor playground fun! Read more...
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 Bloor West Village, Toronto
Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Read more...
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 Ontario (14)
Fun French day camps and overnight trips in Ontario for kids aged 4-14. Year-round 1-on-1 online tutoring and weekly e-classrooms in French, as well as school workshops and overnight school trips for francophones. Read more...
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 Windfields, Toronto
Topkids Education Center provides tutoring in academics, music, art, drama, public speaking, virtual sports, and more! Take advantage of our free trial class! PA Day, March & Winter Break, and Summer Camps too! Read more...
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 Focus Learning Academic Centre York Mills, Toronto
An enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. Read more...
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 Leaside, Toronto
Featured in BBC. A camp where kids learn about Entrepreneurship, Money Management, Innovation, Debate Camp and even get to create their own board game! Read more...
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 Brain Power Enrichment Programs Vaughan
With more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Read more...
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 Burlington
Sylvan STEM Camps are high quality, low ratio camps with LEGO Robotics, Coding, Science Experiments, Engineering builds and more hands-on STEM activities. REMEMBER Effective summer tutoring is also available for JK-Gr.12 Read more...
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 Thornhill; Scarborough Village, Toronto
Canada’s leading Robotics, Coding and Game Design club. Our program is different and unique as we combine robotics and game/animation design to teach students Entrepreneurship Skills and Artificial Intelligence. Read more...
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 Oakville
Innovative programming with a focus on STEM. Summer camp, after school, birthdays and more. Courses for all ages in coding, game design, circuitry, toy engineering, the arts, VR, robotics, 3D printing, cooking and more! Read more...
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 Thornhill
Balance of Learning and Fun! Learn hands-on science, enriched mathematics, English/ESL, photography & movie making, orchestra, theatre and more. Fun outdoor sports, games and field trips. Read more...
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 Oakville; Mississauga
Academic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Read more...
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 Guelph
Join us for a week of building Lego® robots & an introduction to video game design and programming! Your child will learn problem solving skills all while making friends & having fun with STEM! Read more...
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 Sylvan Learning Centre Brantford Brantford
Personalized math, reading and writing programs that make a difference and build confidence. Check out our monthly STEM Club that will boost confidence and inspire a love for STEM. Read more...
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 Oakville
At Sylvan of Oakville, we have STEM Summer Camps, STEM Club, tutoring in JK-Gr. 12 math, reading, and writing, as well as SAT/ACT prep courses. Read more...
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 Mississauga
Mississauga Code Club offers quarterly coding, digital media, and robotics courses for kids, youth &girls of age 8-17. The growing enrollment in our courses reflects high quality and community’s trust in our offerings. Read more...
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 York University; Science Engagement Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Sentinel Park, Toronto
Science Engagement Programs offers interactive and hands-on STEM experiences for youth in grade 3-12. Elementary programs include Science Saturdays, March Camp, and SciX. Secondary programs include Helix and Spark Lab. Read more...
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 Kortright Summer Nature Day Camp Vaughan
An outdoor adventure day camp surrounded by nature just north of Toronto for ages 4 to 16. Each week campers experience outdoor cookouts, crafts, games, activities, campfires and live animals. Read more...
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 Engineering For Kids York Region Aurora; Richmond Hill; Thornhill
A fun and educational STEM camp full of hands on engineering activities:Aerospace, Electrical engineering, Mechanical toy making, Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Robotics, Coding, Minecraft, 3D printing,... Read more...
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 Vancouver; North Vancouver
Customized and creative week-long camps that help students (grades 3-5) with learning disabilities develop new skills through fun, hands-on camp programs with a high instructor and camp counsellor to camper ratio. Read more...
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 Markham
We specialize in providing a holistic solution for children's science and technology innovation, we have 27 patents for robots and maker products, providing a wild range of educational products for different age groups. Read more...
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 International
Based in Switzerland, Swiss Education Academy offers short courses during the summer for 10-20-year-old students, from language camps to discovering the culinary arts to an introduction to the world of hospitality. Read more...
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 Burlington
MapleShine Education, located on the boundary of Burlington and Oakville, is a comprehensive learning center for both children and adults. Read more...
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 Pickering; Whitby; Ajax
Fun-based Summer/March Break Camps, After school programs and workshops that integrates STEM with the 4C skills of Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking and Creativity; and real world applications. Read more...
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 Deer Park, Toronto; Davisville Village, Toronto; Annex, Toronto
Cutting-edge Direct Instruction and academic support centre in Toronto offering 1-to-1 individual support for students K-12, innovative group classes and standardized test preparation for SSAT, SAT, and ACT. Read more...
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 London
Sylvan EDGE camps and classes will introduce your child to new and fun experiences in the world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). Tutoring & homework help also available. Read more...
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 Danforth Village, Toronto; Wychwood Park, Toronto; West Toronto Junction, Toronto
Educational Fun! 40+ schools, 5 camps in GTA. Small-size camps, girl-friendly curriculum. STEM and Coding camps include: Game Makers, Toy Makers, Slime Makers, Movie Makers, App Makers, Doll Makers and Space Makers. Read more...
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 Lawrence Heights, Toronto
Focused on developing social skills, emotional/self-regulation and self confidence. Programs are interactive, skills, and strength-based, consisting of games, team building; role-plays, art, discussions, take-home tasks. Read more...
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 1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft
Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Read more...
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 Burlington; Hamilton
Girls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More! Read more...
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 Bedford Park, Toronto; Richmond Hill; Oakville
At Hatch, children build coding skills and critical programming capabilities. It's a self-paced environment where kids work toward individualized goals. We teach real coding and students build real computer applications. Read more...
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 Bot Camp - Specialty Robotics Programs Willowdale, Toronto
Founded by FIRST Robotics world champion Shawn Lim, Bot Camp is a best-in-class robotics program for students 10 and up. Summer, March Break, PA-Day camps. After-school and weekend workshops. Competitive robotics teams. Read more...
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The McMichael provides an unmatched backdrop for children, youth and family programs. For details on Children's Camps, Art Classes, Accessible Studio Workshops and Family Days, visit mcmichael.com today! Read more...
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 The Beach, Toronto
A technology camp that offers kids the opportunity to touch on a full range of fun and engaging technology classes and activities that encourage kids to use their creativity to be the technology makers of the future. Read more...
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 Mississauga; Milton
Robotics and coding after-school, weekend, competition, and summer camp classes that are virtual classes for students from Grade 2 to 12. Serious STEM learning with a unique curriculum and wholesome support system! Read more...
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 Markland Wood, Toronto
Arts-focused camps, classes and workshops supporting a creative learning environment where children, teens and families are encouraged to explore and enrich their lives through the arts. Read more...
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 Rocky Mountain House
Heartbeats and Hoofbeats - A unique stay where you immerse yourself in our horse culture! Take lessons, learn new skills and practice out in the fields and forests of our beautiful Ranch. Just Ride! Read more...
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 Ontario (7)
With a mixture of sports, arts, and nature based programs, you are sure to find the perfect camp or program for your child! High Five and OCA Certified. Visit www.king.ca for more information. Read more...
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 Royal Ontario Museum Summer Club South Annex, Toronto
Diverse Toronto summer camp (with March Break programs) offering kids programs in science, history, art, environment and more. Read more...
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 Leaside, Toronto; Bloor West Village, Toronto
Empowering the makers of tomorrow! MakerKids specializes in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs with highly trained instructors. We run camps, after-school programs, private classes and more. Read more...
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 Ontario (5)
With locations in Leaside, Etobicoke, London, Oakville, Richmond Hill, Oshawa, Waterloo and Ottawa, RP4K introduces kids and teens to the fundamentals of computer programming. FREE 45 min trial class. Read more...
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 Life Coaching by Gunjan Juneja Mississauga
Traditional coaching provided physically/online/telephonic where children set their goals & coach empowers them to push their boundaries to achieve those goals. Try a free 1/1 session to experience what coaching offers. Read more...
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 Vancouver
During this week-long camp, campers learn techniques in design, draping, sewing, and illustration, work on a real-world fashion project, and receive the opportunity to visit the city's most exclusive showrooms. Read more...
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 Animation Portfolio Workshop Boot Camp Hillcrest Village, Toronto
A week long workshop that introduces hand-drawn animation and character design. Read more...
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 The Beach, Toronto
Kids Karate Summer Day Camp, PA Day Camps, March Break Camps. After school martial arts, Karate and fitness programs. Read more...
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 Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Minden
Get outside this summer and discover your full potential! As Ontario's leading nature connection organization, our outdoor day and overnight camps empower kids to explore nature, try new things and build resilience. Read more...
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 Ajax; Guelph; North Toronto, Toronto
A unique summer experience, Where Sports Meets Education and campers get to engage in both STEM Learning & Basketball or Soccer Development. Each week we offer a unique experience for continued growth and engagement. Read more...
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 Brampton; Vaughan; Bendale, Toronto
Computer Coding and Robotics Classes for Students - SK to Grade 12. Our After school & weekend programs give eager young minds early exposure to stimulating activities that will kick start their futures! Read more...
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Education programs and classes are offered all across Canada. Whether you live in a big city or a small town, you're sure to find one close by.
There are many different types of education programs and classes in Canada. In fact, as new areas of inquiry emerge, this list keeps on expanding. Below, we list some of the main after-school and weekend education programs you might consider. Keep in mind, this isn’t even close to an exhaustive list.
Education programs can be a great option for many kids and teens. They’re offered at different times, for various age groups, and to meet many different types of learning needs and goals.
These programs have some obvious academic benefits. Some key ones are listed below:
Education programs also have some less obvious perks. These are benefits many kids receive from going to education camp, which you may not anticipate.
Like other extracurriculars, education programs can teach you some important life skills (source: Top 8 Benefits of Extracurricular Activities for High School Students). These can be invaluable through the school years and well beyond.
Choosing the right education program is a challenging decision. Another way to check out some of the options available to you is through the Our Kids camp and program expo, held in Toronto each winter. You’ll find many education camps and programs there. You’ll also find numerous other types of camps and programs at the expo, should you decide to go in another direction.
After doing some initial research, you should narrow down a list of education programs potentially suitable for your child. Having done this, you’ll want to learn more about each of these programs to help you find a good match. Make sure to ask each program some crucial questions:
You can then dig deeper. Let’s say you’re interested in an after-school math program for your child. Here are some questions you might ask:
And these are just some questions to get you started. What’s most important to ask questions that are most relevant to your child. Thinking about their specific needs and goals should help sharpen your focus:
For more information about choosing the right education program, consult these other Our Kids resources:
In addition to education programs, there are other ways to provide your child with stimulation and engagement outside of school. A few of the main options are outlined below.
Sports programs: athletics can develop the whole child, teaching skills such as discipline, teamwork, communication, and confidence. They’re also a great way to have fun. You might consider these sports programs:
Arts programs: from the performing arts to the visual arts, these after-school programs are ideal for artsy and creative kids. They can also be a great way for your child to broaden their horizons. You might consider these programs:
Technology programs: if you have a child interested in computers and technology, there is a wide range of options that may suit their needs. After-school technology programs are offered for many different levels and age groups. You might consider the following:
Education camps: there are numerous education camps offered in the summer. This includes day and overnight camps, offering full- and part-time educational programming. You might consider these education camps:
Motivation is the key to getting the most out of your child’s education program. Choose a class wisely, and allow your child to help you make the decision. Having friends in the same program is another way to increase motivation. Try to keep your child excited and inspired. If they stay motivated and have fun, they're more likely to be successful.
Remember also to balance your child's time. Allow sufficient time for educational responsibilities at school, their education program, and additional extracurriculars. And of course, make sure they have plenty of downtime! You don’t want them to become stressed or burned out.
