Half Day Jk / Sk Extended Program

Did you know the new Kindergarten curriculum in Ontario is play based? This means that your child will be learning through play, which is why many children entering grade one are struggling to read and write. At High Five Academy our Kindergarten program is educational based. We focus on reading, writing, math and science because we believe these skills are the foundation of learning and achieving success in school. By enrolling your child at High Five Academy, your child will have a head start that will benefit them for the rest of their academic life. They will be entering grade one being able to read, write sentences, add and subtract numbers well ahead of their peers.

Yes, High Five Academy is registered and recognized with the Ministry of Education under the private school sector. This September we are offering, for the first time, our Half-day Kindergarten program and Grade 11 & 12 High School Credit Courses.

Did you know Kindergarten is not mandatory in Ontario? In the public school, Kindergarten lasts 6 hours. At High Five Academy, classes are 4 hours long. This is because we believe younger children benefit from shorter classes. After a few hours, young children have less attention in school and are unable to absorb what they are learning. Since our program is an academic based program and there is a lot of learning, 4 hours is a substantial amount of time. Also, our program starts at 10:00 am, giving your child the chance to get a healthy sleep and leaving them to feel more focused and refreshed for class. Studies have been proven that children who begin class at a later time are able to accomplish more, and see greater success in their learning.

Yes. There will be 2 physical fitness breaks and a ½ hr outdoor recess time, after lunch. We believe that physical fitness is part of healthy development (healthy body, healthy mind). If the weather is very cold outside, we do not take the small children outside.

Yes. You have the option of enrolling your child in the After School Program which runs from after school- 6:00pm.

No, it is not. You have until the end of August to enrol your child in the Kindergarten program. You can also transfer your child from another program throughout the year.

An alarming number of children are experiencing poor self-image and anxiety in this day and age. By teaching children to make daily affirmations, it helps them to gain a greater sense of self-love and promote positive inner thoughts. When this happens, they maintain a more positive self-image and build an inner strength to face daily challenges. In addition, the breathing techniques help children learn to relax their minds and bodies. This not only helps their concentration and focus, it also helps them manage stress and anxiety in a more effective way. 

Nowadays, children live busier lives and feel more pressure than ever before. Yoga provides a great benefit to children because it promotes their sense of calmness and relaxation. It builds their ability to concentrate and focus. In addition, it promotes daily physical activity, in a non-competitive environment, which reduces any pressure to perform or win. 

Learning stations are set up by the teacher to expand on lessons and give students an opportunity to experience hands on learning. Children are able to explore, investigate, manipulate, make mistakes and try again. By applying what they have learned, children develop a deeper understanding of the lessons they are taught, rather than focusing on memory.

Please book a time to speak to Ms. Didi for a more in depth overview of the program.