Welcome to Summer 2026! Exceptional Abilities is thrilled to offer inclusive, skill-building summer programs designed for neurodiverse and neurotypical children in a supportive, structured environment.
WHAT DO WE OFFER in 2026
Locations
Wildwood (SW): Weekly programs (registered by the week).
Dalhousie (NW): A “centre” approach where participants rotate through three different programs each day to sample a variety of experiences.
Staffing & Structure
We maintain a 1 leader + 1 aide per 10 participants, with additional supports added based on group needs.
Programs are registered for a full week (no single-day registration).
Schedule
Time: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (varies slightly by program/location).
Optional pre/post care: 8:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–5:00 PM for extra $50/week.
What to bring: Lunch + snacks, and indoor/outdoor footwear (program-specific notes apply).
2026 FEATURED PROGRAMS
Executive Function Junction
A structured, supportive week focused on organization, routines, and independence. Children practice planning, task initiation, working memory, time management, self-regulation, and flexible thinking through games and hands-on challenges.
Great for: kids who struggle with transitions, routines, and getting started or finishing tasks.
Fun Experiments & the World Around You
A sensory-rich science adventure where curiosity becomes skill-building. Daily themes (space, weather, volcanoes, earth mysteries, engineering) strengthen planning, follow-through, organization, and problem-solving.
Puppet Play Makers
A creative communication program using puppetry and reader’s theatre to support speech, language, and social skills. Kids build confidence, practice articulation, learn non-verbal cues, and plan/rehearse performances in a fun, low-pressure setting.
Young Entrepreneurs
An interactive week where kids design products/projects, learn basic budgeting and marketing, and practice planning, organization, teamwork, and decision-making.
Word Wizards: Storytelling Magic
A storytelling studio that builds expressive language, vocabulary, speech skills, and social understanding through group storytelling, writing, and performance, supported by SLP/OT guidance.
Upcycling Makers Lab
A hands-on maker program turning recycled materials and thrift finds into creations while practicing sequencing, flexible thinking, collaboration, and independence.
How To Be A People: Life Skills & Social Learning
A practical program teaching the “hidden rules” of everyday life: conversation skills, etiquette, personal space, self-advocacy, and real-life independence skills (like tying shoes, sewing a button, setting a table). Support spans social communication, executive function, OT skills, and speech/language development.
Half-Day Camps
Our 4-5-year-old half-day camps are designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and nurture a love of learning through play-based, hands-on experiences. Each day includes a mix of creative arts and crafts, sensory play, early literacy and numeracy games, music and movement, and imaginative play.
Children also participate in activities that support social skills and executive functioning skills such as cooperation, communication, and friendship, organization and focus, along with daily outdoor play to promote physical development and well-being.
Pricing & Payment
- Early Bird: $425/week per participant until April 2, 2026
- Regular: $475/week starting April 3, 2026
- Pre/Post care: $50/week
- Half-day programs for 4-5 y.o. – $375/week with pre-care available for extra $25/week
Payment is due at the time of registration.
- E-transfer: invoices.exceptionalabilities@gmail.com
- Credit card payments are subject to a 3.5% transaction fee
Cancellation policy
- 100% refundable until April 15, 2026
- 50% refundable until June 1, 2026
- No refunds from June 1 to end of camps (doctor’s note required for refunds after June 1)
- All refunds subject to a $50 administration fee
Questions? Email us anytime at summer.exceptionalabilities@gmail.com