Appletree Learning Centre
3090 Bloor St W M8X1C8 Toronto, ON, Canada

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If you've been looking for engaging ways to keep kids reading, writing, exploring, and learning at home, here are some great resources from Reading Rockets! #learningcentre #directinstruction #reading #learning #writing #etobicoke #toronto #the6ix #MiltonON #brampton

If you think your child is struggling with executive functioning issues, there are specific strategies and tools that can make everyday life easier for you and your child. Here are a few strategies you can use to support your child. #executivefunctioning #ADHD #LearningDifferences #learningcenter #toronto #etobicoke #milton #brampton

It's not unusual for your kid to feel burned out after months of remote learning. Here are expert strategies for a few common online learning struggles.

You may have heard the term Executive Functions before, but what exactly does it mean? Executive Functions are a set of mental skills that allow us to plan, organize, make decisions, pay attention, regulate emotions, and get tasks done. We all use these skills to solve problems, evaluate the decisions we make and manage life tasks. For example, Executive Functions let you organize a trip, a research project, or a writing assignment for school. Research suggests that these s...kills are essential for students to succeed in school and for adults to succeed in life. Some children and adults, have weaknesses in their Executive Functions, and regardless of how bright they are, they struggle to complete schoolwork and stay on top of things they’re responsible for. Trouble with Executive Functions is often easy to miss because many parents don't know what signs to look for in their child. Here is what you might see if they struggle in these areas. If you think your child has difficulty with Executive Functioning, Appletree can help. Contact us today for more information. #executivefunctioning #adhd #learningdifferences #learningcenter #toronto #etobicoke #milton #brampton

Have you ever thought about teaching your child to read? It isn't easy, and you probably have many questions. Where do I start? How do I teach vowel sounds? How do you explain that sometimes the letter c says /s/ as in ice and other times it says /k/ as in cat? Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons is a complete, easy to follow, step-by-step Direct Instruction based program that teaches children necessary pre-reading skills such as rhyming, blending and sound-symbol a...ssociations before teaching them to read words and stories. The best part? All you'll need is twenty minutes a day! Visit your local bookstore to get your copy today! Contact us at Appletree if you'd like to book some time with a director to learn how to deliver this program at home. #learningtoread #learningcenter #toronto #etobicoke #brampton #milton

If your child is struggling with math, Appletree can help. We use the Canadian, award winning JUMP Math program available for K-8 students because it aligns with our philosophy and initiatives. At Appletree, we believe that every child can learn math and love it! JUMP provides intervention and additional practice on essential math concepts. This evidence-based curriculum helps to replace math anxiety with an understanding and love of mathematics. Through careful scaffolding,... continuous assessment and a variety of creative instructional approaches, JUMP facilitates ‘guided inquiry’ for our math students. JUMP Math corresponds to provincial grade level expectations. Here are a few tips from the founder of JUMP Math, John Mighton, on the best ways to help kids when they're struggling with math at home. #JUMPmath #mathhelp #learningcenter

Reading to your child at any age will boost their brain development, your bond, and so much more. And all it takes is a few books, motivation, and a little time. Here’s why it's so important and how to get started. #reading #literacy #learning #learningcentre #LearningDifferences #dyslexia #specialeducation #toronto #etobicoke #milton #miltonon #brampton

If you think your child may be dealing with social or emotional challenges right now, here are some tips from Dr. Jerome Schultz on how to address them. #LearningDifferences #learningdisabilities #mentalhealth #specialeducation #learning #learningcentre #toronto #etobicoke #miltonon #brampton

Praise can have a powerful affect on kids who learn and think differently by empowering them and motivating them to keep trying hard. It can also fuel them to find strategies to overcome challenges. Some kinds of praise are more helpful than others. The right kind of praise can boost confidence and motivation, but research has shown that some types of praise can actually backfire and make kids doubt their abilities. Here are some great ways to empower kids through praise!... #learningdifferences #learningcenter

Project Follow Through began in 1968 under the sponsorship of the US federal government and was the most extensive educational experiment ever conducted. It was charged with determining the best way of teaching at-risk children from kindergarten through grade 3. Over 200,000 children in 178 communities spanning a full range of demographic variables were included in the study, and 22 different models of instruction were compared. Project Follow Through had strong safeguards to... assure that the participating districts actually implemented the approach it adopted. Evaluation of the project occurred in 1977, nine years after the project began. The results were strong and clear. Students who received Direct Instruction had significantly higher academic achievement than students in any of the other programs. They also had higher self esteem and self-confidence. No other program had results that approached the positive impact of Direct Instruction. Subsequent research found that the DI students continued to outperform their peers and were more likely to finish high school and pursue higher education. Appletree specializes in the delivery of Direct Instruction programs. All of our teachers have received training in the methodology of Direct Instruction. Contact Appletree today to learn more about the benefits of Direct Instruction, and how we can help support your child's academic needs! #projectfollowthrough #directinstruction #di #education #learningcenter #toronto #Etobicoke #brampton #milton

In special education, there's too much emphasis placed on the deficit and not enough on the strength. - Temple Grandin These snowflakes were handmade by our s...tudents, and include names of famous people with learning disabilities on them. Be sure to visit @Kingsway_BIA on Instagram and vote for our window! Celebrating the exceptionalities that make us all unique. Happy Holidays from Appletree Learning Centre. #education #specialeducation #learningdisabilities #learningdifferences #learningcentre #toronto #etobicoke #miltonon #brampton

While math can be fun and challenging for some children, it can be a very different experience for others. For many students, working with numbers and math concepts can lead to math anxiety. At Appletree, we believe every child can learn math and love it! We use the award winning, Canadian JUMP Math program available for K-8 students. This evidence-based curriculum helps to replace math anxiety with an understanding and love of mathematics. For more information on our JUMP M...ath program or to enroll your child, visit our website. #JUMPMath #mathanxiety #mathhelp #directinstruction #learningcenter #toronto #Etobicoke #brampton #Milton

Maintaining high levels of engagement can be challenging and with distance learning in place, many students must now be engaged in a way that’s new to them. Here are 8 tips to help your child stay focused.

Appletree specializes in the delivery of #directinstruction programs. All of our teachers have received training in the methodology of Direct Instruction. This type of method has many advantages, and is very important to the success of our students. Contact Appletree today to learn more about the benefits of Direct Instruction, and how we can help support your child's academic needs. **Now offering in-person and virtual sessions in Etobicoke, Milton & Brampton!**

The 2020-2021 school year at Appletree is here! Though things may be a bit different this year, we are doing everything we can to provide our students with a safe learning environment that allows for routine and stability in these uncertain times. We are now offering in-person and online sessions. Call us today to learn more about Direct Instruction programming and how Appletree can support your child's learning needs. Check out these tips to help prepare your child for virtual learning this year!

In these trying times, we at Appletree are doing everything we can to help your children continue to advance their skills while school is out. We are offering all our services online now see you online soon!

Appletree Learning Centre Toronto is currently seeking an Ontario Certified Teacher for the remainder of the 2019/2020 school year. We are a busy, expanding, fast-paced learning centre providing specialized support to amazing students! As a team of Special Education teachers, we are committed to delivering remedial programs in literacy and math to struggling learners and students identified with various Learning Disabilities. All instruction is one-on-one and takes place at o...ur centre. Teachers are required to take detailed notes during their sessions to track student progress. All teaching materials and extensive training in Direct Instruction (DI) programming will be provided. We are looking for someone available on Fridays from 3-7 pm and Saturdays from 12:30-4:30 pm. Compensation ranges from $25 to $28 per hour. If you would like to learn more about our centre, please visit www.appletree-learning.ca. Thank you, Melissa Dias, Managing Director

Reading is the process of taking in and understanding information from written language. Much has been learned in recent years about the different components of reading, and the more we learn about how the reading process works, the more complex it appears. Decades of research on reading has shown that the following components are necessary in order to learn to read fluently and with understanding: Phonological Awareness, Phonemic Awareness, Alphabetic Principle, Orthographic... Awareness, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. Appletree specializes in the delivery of research-based remedial reading programs. The Reading Mastery and Corrective Reading: Decoding programs are back by over 50 years of extensive research. If your child is having difficulty learning to read, contact us to learn more about how the programs we offer can help boost their confidence and explicitly teach them the foundational skills they need to become fantastic readers!

Executive Functions are cognitive processes that allow people to plan, organize, make decisions, pay attention and regulate behaviour. Research suggests that Executive Function skills are essential for students to succeed in school and adults to succeed later in life. If your child exhibits difficulties organizing their school work, completing homework and assignments, managing their materials, time and attention, controlling their emotions and making decisions, Appletree Learning Centre can help. Contact us today!

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Happy New Year!! We hope everyone had a restful holiday! Our winter term in now under way. If you are interested in learning more about how we can support your child, please contact the centre today!

A great opportunity for youth to interact with peers and learn social skills.

Wishing our staff and students a safe and happy Halloween

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! This video briefly provides an introduction to the real challenges dyslexic children face while also acknowledging their strengths and potential. A fantastic video to share with children!

Hi Everyone! Appletree Learning Centre Toronto is currently hiring teachers for the 2019/2020 school year. We are looking for 2 teachers who are interested in a part-time teaching opportunity. We are a busy, growing, fast-paced centre providing specialized support to amazing students! As a team of special education teachers, we are committed to delivering remedial programs in literacy and math to students who have been identified with Learning Disabilities, ADD/ADHD or those ...working below grade level. All instruction is one-on-one and takes place at our centre. We are looking for 2 teachers who are available Monday - Friday from 4-8pm (guaranteed a minimum of 20 teaching hours). All teaching materials and paid training in Direct Instruction programming will be provided. If you would like to learn more about our centre, please visit www.appletree-learning.ca If you are interested in the position, please send your resume to me at [email protected]. Thanks!

And that's a wrap! A very successful 2018-2019 school year for our staff and students. We have greatly enjoyed teaching each and every one of you this year. Cheers to a great summer !! Just a reminder, summer sessions begin Monday, July 8!

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This position provides valuable experience for teachers to work with a variety of learners. Using a holistic approach, teachers will implement remedial academic programs chosen to match each child’s individual strengths and needs. This is a great position in a fantastic and fast paced environment. The position provides extensive and invaluable experience teaching students one on one. We will provide training in research-validated programming for exceptional learners - this is... wonderful experience for any future classroom teacher! This is a part-time, contract position. All teaching takes place at our centre. Teaching programs and resources are provided. Qualifications: * Individuals must be very positive, intuitive, and nurturing to support struggling learners * Ontario College of Teachers Certification (Junior/Intermediate or Intermediate/Senior) is a requirement * Special Education Part 1 Additional Qualification, and experience with students with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD an asset * Experience teaching math from grades 4 - 10, as well as experience teaching math to students who are performing significantly below grade level * Adaptable, flexible and motivated Available teaching hours fall between: - 3:00 - 8:00 Monday - Friday - Saturdays 8:30 - 4:30 We are looking for teachers who are available to work a minimum of 2 evenings per week. A valid Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening is required. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter via email.

Some of our wonderful teachers being great sports on Sports Day