Our Services
Educational Consultation
Are you concerned that your child may not achieving to the best of their abilities or at grade level expectations? Are you confused or frustrated with your child’s IPP? We can help!
At Exceptional Abilities, we provide support as parents navigate all the educational choices and supports available for their child. We assess achievement and explain and improve IPP goals, can recommend testing to determine if there is a learning disability or strength, and suggest modifications that may be used at home and school.
Want some support? We can attend school meetings with you to ensure your child’s needs are being met.
Tutoring
Tutoring – Reading
We offer individual and group sessions depending on the needs of your child. We have the flexibility of you coming to us, meeting at a mutually agreed upon location (such as the public library), or in your home. Though we prefer in-person sessions, we also support virtual learning.
When you contact us, we don’t focus on what should have been done. Let’s talk about your child’s exciting future and move forward!
We offer complete grade level assessments in reading, including:
• Provide books to read at home and homework when appropriate to continue the intensive work throughout the week
• Assessment recommendations (screenings for Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, ADHD)
• Strategy suggestions for both school and home settings
• Understanding the text (comprehension) rather than just decoding (just reading the words)
Tutoring – Math
Mental Abuse To Humans! Not!! M A T H does not have to be your favourite subject, but if your child is struggling with any aspect of math, it is best to get help sooner rather than later. Math is taught as a spiral in its instruction, meaning that each unit builds upon itself each progressing year. As a result, we want to ensure have strong foundational knowledge and have skills to be successful.
We have certified teachers with a passion for math and can teach your child in a way they understand!
We can recommend assessment for Dyscalculia (yes, it is a real thing!), and provide strategies to make math easier for your child. We can recommend math classes at the high school level so your child has options for their post secondary education. We also work on study skills and exam prep (PAT’s, Diploma, and final exams).
Tutoring – Science
Our certified teachers have a specialization in science at all grade levels. They can assist with exam preparation, note taking, and understanding of units in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Workshops & More
Parent Workshops - Reading
We will be offering 2 reading workshops for parents in the fall. Our goal is to help parents of young readers better understand the different ways children learn to read in order to better assist their child in developing a love for reading. Our targeted audience is for K-3 parents, though all parents and professionals are welcome to attend. More information will be posted soon!
Small Group Classes
We offer small group classes in both reading and math on Saturdays. We believe that students collaborating with other students who also struggle helps to not only boost their confidence, but also forms friendships these students may be missing in a school setting. Classes run weekly for 6 weeks. More information will be posted in the fall.
Workshops/Support for Employers and Employees
Are you an employer that wants to provide a more inclusive environment for your employees? Are you a prospective employee who has struggled to obtain or maintain a position in the workforce? We offer workshops and one-on-one sessions to develop more inclusive working environments and improve the relationship between employers and employees. We also offer programs to develop skills in resume writing, interviewing, and workplace etiquette. Please inquire for availability and pricing.
Presentations to Schools, Recreation Centres, Sports Organizations, Daycamps, and Other Extra-Curricular Groups
We offer a wide variety of educational presentations to help educate staff on how a specific diagnosis presents in a child and how best to support this child and make their program more inclusive to all children. We also present to all age groups on details about specific challenges, answer questions and debunk myths, and educate peers on how to be supportive. Please inquire for availability and pricing.