Overview

In the after school academy program, children have an opportunity to explore their areas of interest. Whether they enjoy sports, reading, music or arts and crafts, the children will have the opportunity to experiment and develop their skills in all of these options and more!

Goals

• Develop healthy bodies and minds
• Enhance creativity and imagination
• Expand knowledge and improve reading abilities
• Improve hand-eye coordination, balance and motor skills
• Develop a variety of skills through exposure to extra-curricular options

Key Components

• A large art studio for the children to get creative and imaginative
• A large gym with various sporting equipment
• A library full of books that will spark your child’s interest
• Various options for the children to explore after their school day

Options:

Yoga:

The benefits of Yoga for young children is immeasurable! Yoga will instill:

• a positive attitude
• an ability to self-calm
• a sense of mind and body coordination
• a sense of peace
• a sense of self confidence

Gym:

Our physical education program focuses on improving motor movements, balance and coordination. We aim to develop the children’s motor skills and abilities while having fun and staying active!

Home Economics:

In the home economics program, children will participate in preparing simple snacks such as fruits, vegetables and various whole grain foods. They will learn about the 5 food groups and about healthy eating. This option is designed to expose children to nutritious food options, to heighten their senses and to increase independence and confidence!

Arts and Crafts:

Our art program focuses on building our students creativity and confidence. Children are encouraged to explore, use their senses and share and reflect on their creations. We integrate our art work with the other subjects in our curriculum so that the children get the most out of their learning experience. Art time is a great opportunity for children to develop their motor skills and their hand eye coordination.

Introduction to Jiu Jitsu:

Parents will have the option to enrol their children in the Jiu Jitsu Bully Proof program (registration fee to be paid directly to Gracie Jiu Jitsu).  Options Academy staff will take children enrolled in the program down to the Jiu Jitsu facility once per week.

Jiu Jitsu is a form of martial arts that focuses on non-violent self-defense techniques. This program focuses on verbal assertiveness and provides the children with the confidence they require to deal with bullies they may encounter as they grow.

e2 Young Engineers:

The e2 Young Engineers Program is based on scientific and mathematical principles that allow children to learn how to build various masterpieces using LEGO along with motors, gears and batteries in a fun and exciting way.  This program utilizes an Edutainment (Education + Entertainment) approach while introducing children to theoretical and practical knowledge in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematical Fields!

Swimming:

Parents will have the option to enrol children in the True Blue Swim School program (registration fee to be paid directly to True Blue Swim School).  Options Academy staff will take children down to the swim program one day a week.  This program is subject to availability.

True Blue Swim School provides children with excellent opportunities to develop life-saving water safety and survival skills.  The program also facilitates children to become competent swimmers in a tension free, fun and exciting environment.  All swimmers receive incentives throughout their aquatic education that celebrate their small successes throughout their Swim School Journey, such as t-shirts, tattoos, certificates, medals and trophies.