63(&,$/$'9(57,6,1*6(&7,21
"@BJRM3BGMMK
*8,'(
ZZZWRURQWRNLGVFRPIDFHERRNFRPWRURQWRNLGVWZLWWHUFRPWRURQWRNLGVSLQWHUHVWFRPWRURQWRNLGV
+RZWR8VHWKLV*XLGH
3OHDVHQRWHWKDW3')GRFXPHQWVGRQRWDOORZ\RXWRRSHQDOLQNLQD
QHZEURZVHU,I\RXDUHLQWHUHVWHGLQDFRPSDQ\IHDWXUHGLQWKLV
JXLGHSOHDVH
ULJKWFOLFN
RQWKHLUZHEVLWHOLQNDQGFKRRVH
RSHQLQ
DQHZEURZVHU
7KDWZLOODOORZ\RXWRYLVLWWKHLUVLWHDQG
UHPDLQLQWKLVJXLGH
Table of Contents
LISTINGS
1
Classes & Programs
22
Enriched Learning
25
Nit Pickers
28
Shopping Guide
CONTENT
24
Tips for a Smooth Transition Back to School
27
Back to School Supplies Checklist
31
Gear Up
&ODVVHV3URJUDPV
&ODVVHV7KH\¶UHHQULFKLQJWKH\JLYHSDUHQWVZHOOGHVHUYHGGRZQWLPHDQG
WKH\¶UHDJUHDWZD\IRUNLGVWRPDNHQHZIULHQGV7RURQWRDQGWKH*7$KDV
DQLQFUHGLEOHUDQJHRIFODVVHVDQGSURJUDPVIRUNLGVRIDOODJHV)URPEDVNHWEDOO
GULOOVWRVNDWLQJVNLOOVWKHUH
VDORWWREHOHDUQHGDWDQDIWHUVFKRRORU
ZHHNHQGFODVV'LVFRYHUSURJUDPVDQGUHFUHDWLRQDOIXQVXFKDV
PXVLFDUWGDQFHJ\PQDVWLFVVSRUWVWKHDWUHPDUWLDODUWVDQGPRUH
Classes & Programs
Durham
Ceramics Canada
385 Bloor St West Unit 4B, Oshawa, ON L1J 5Y5 | 905-728-6939 | www.ceramicscanada.com
Welcome to Ceramics Canada; the only walk-in family friendly fired arts studio in the Durham Region. Because
we're a fired arts studio, we offer so much more than paint your own pottery! We offer everything from painting
ceramics, to working with clay and glass fusing! We offer many different classes for kids. Kids can learn all the
different techniques of making or glazing ceramics pieces!
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
StageCoach Durham
410 North Scugog Ct, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3K2 | 866-778-7493 | www.stagecoachschools.ca
Welcome to StageCoach where we provide quality part-time training in the performing arts for kids and young
adults aged 4-16 years. Our aim is to nurture and develop potential through singing, acting, and dance training,
stretching young imaginations. We strive to meet the needs of every student and whether they attend for
confidence and fun or to pursue a career in the performing arts, all are given the opportunity to shine.
Zahra’s School of Middle Eastern Dance
570 Westney Road Unit 23A, Ajax, ON L1S 6V6 | 905-426-5265 | www.zahras.ca
Zahra's School of Dance specializes in unique dances for the unique person. This includes dance lessons
such as belly dance, Bollywood, hip-hop, Hawaiian, and more! The School has significant representation in the
International Belly Dance front and has hosted workshops and events which features international belly dance
celebrities and has participated in International Belly Dance organizations.
Durham Listings
The Ajax Riding Academy
2677 Audley Road North, Ajax, ON L1Z 1T6 | 905-683-505
We have a state of the art riding facility with group, private, and semi
private lessons.
Crock A Doodle Paint-It-Yourself Pottery
134 King St E, Bowmanville, ON L1C 1N7 | 905-419-2319
Enjoy the fun of pottery-painting in one of our bright studios.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 2
The Dakota Ranch
521 - B2 Sandford Road, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R1 | 647-230-8987
The Dakota Ranch is all about enjoying horses with a great group of
people. We're open to both occasional and die-hard Western riders
ages 13 to adult.
Inspirational Steps Dance Academy
10 Meadowglen Drive, Unit 5, Whitby, ON L1R 3P8 | 905-556-0226
Inspirational Steps Dance Academy has created a dance studio to
inspire the wonder and delight of dance. We offer dance classes to
kids of all ages and levels.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
Swagga Right Dance
467 Westney Road South, Unit 2, Ajax, ON L1S 6V7 | 289-314-8585
All of our classes offer a fusion of dance styles such as hip-hop, pop
and lock, urban contemporary, street jazz, house, dancehall, and
many more styles.
Halton
Art Glazed Over
561 Wedgewood Dr Units 9 & 10, Burlington, ON L7L 4J1 | 905-639-8002 | www.artglazedover.com
Welcome to Art Glazed Over; the only Burlington drop in Fired Arts Studio that includes paint your own pottery,
clay, ceramic, and glass fusing studio. More than just a paint your own pottery studio; we're a fired arts studio!
Whether you are looking for greenware, clay, glass, or accessories we have you covered! You can drop into
our studio anytime to create. We welcome all ages and are a family owned studio catering to families.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
Safari Science Classes
1290 Speer Rd. Unit 6, Oakville, ON L6L 2X4 | 905-901-4848 | www.safariscience.com/classes
Safari Science classes are a great opportunity for experiential learning at home, at an event, or at our location
in Oakville. Classes consist of an engaging lesson followed by a discussion and hands-on experience. Topics
can be about anything, choose from our pre-made classes or request a custom topic. We offer Parent & Child
Classes and Kids' Classes.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 3
Halton Listings
Artistic Dance Scene
1027 Speers Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 2X5 | 905-845-7272
Artistic Dance Scene offers classes for all ages and levels, with 3
different programs: recreational, competitive, and seasonal sessions.
Bronte Art Academy & Gallery
77 Bronte Rd, Unit 102b, Oakville, ON L6L 3B7 | 905-469-9937
Children to young adult classes are available, including P.A. Days.
Crock A Doodle Paint-It-Yourself Pottery
2501 Third Line, Oakville, ON L6M 5A9 | 905-464-3555
Enjoy the fun of pottery-painting in one of our bright studios.
Crock A Doodle Paint-It-Yourself Pottery
3450 Dundas St & Walker’s Line, Burlington, ON L7M 0A7 |
905-336-6366
Enjoy the fun of pottery-painting in one of our bright studios.
Speckles Art Studio
461 North Service Road, Unit 11B, Oakville, ON L6M 2V5 |
905-825-9994
We offer art programs for kids.
Peel
Alpha’s Discovery Club
170 Ambassador Drive Unit 9-10, Mississauga, ON L5T 2H9 | 905-564-2511 | www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com
Alpha’s Discovery Club is an Indoor Playground and Party Centre in Mississauga, serving Brampton, Oakville,
Milton, Georgetown, and Etobicoke. We also offer Kindermusik programs for children aged 0-10 years old.
These age-specific programs were created by Kindermusik International, the world’s most trusted brand in
musical learning for over 25 years.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
Living Arts Centre Family Programs
4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga, ON L5B 0A1 | 888-805-8888 | www.livingartscentre.ca
Our preschool, family, and children’s courses and workshops are a perfect way to introduce your child to the
arts and help them express their creativity. Courses offered include: Jr. Move and Create, Glass Hands and
Feet Workshop, Family Pottery, Family Dance Fusion, Move and Make Believe, Art Studio, and Creative
Dance for Kids.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 4
Peel
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Peel Listings
Bakersville
117 Queen St South, Unit 1, Mississauga, ON L3M 6B5 |
905-997-1701
Bakersville offers cupcake decorating classes for kids 6 years and up.
Our classes are designed to help kids create, celebrate, and enjoy the
art of baking and decorating!
Buckler Aquatics Mississauga
5200 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 1E3 | 416-499-0151 x222
We specialize in the Buckler Method of swimming instruction of
babies (6 months+) and in Red Cross programs.
Dream Large Basketball
295 Dunwin Drive, Unit 6, Mississauga, ON L5L 1J9 | 647-401-4162
Basketball training sessions designed for youth ballers looking to
make their school teams.
Forest Hill Training Centre Inc.
9759 Castlederg Side Rd, Caledon, ON L7E 3L5 | 647-467-7433
We are a private show stable and a semi-private riding school. We
offer personalized horse care and lessons tailored to each rider.
Kombat Arts Training Academy
6175 Tomken Road, Unit 2, Mississauga, ON L5T 1X3 | 905-804-8158
Canada’s premier mixed martial arts facility. We offer an exciting list of
programs and classes.
Mississauga Family Fitness
3100 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON L4Y 2A6 | 905-896-2430
A family fitness centre with a child-minding centre with a Play Zone
Interactive Youth Fitness area and kids’ pool. Swim lessons are
available.
SuperKids Karate Meadowvale
2820 Argentia Rd, Unit 2, Mississauga, ON L5N 8G4 | 905-826-5222
We offer martial arts programs for kids.
Toronto Central
Art Gallery of Ontario Children and Family Programs
317 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4 | 416-979-6608 | www.ago.net
AGO Children and Family Programs create an environment that is creative, non-competitive, and open-ended,
allowing young artist’s the freedom to explore their own potential and nurture their self-esteem, while building a
strong repertoire of techniques and skills. These courses and workshops are further enriched by regular visits
to the galleries and collections of the AGO, providing an exceptional opportunity for learning and creativity.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 5
Toronto Central
Avenue Road Arts School
460 Avenue Road, Toronto, ON M4V 2J1 | 416-961-1502 | www.avenueroadartsschool.com
A leader in arts education, the Avenue Road Arts School has been providing innovative and high-quality arts
classes in visual and performing arts since 1993. We know how to engage young and old in creative, exciting
ways and to draw out artistic talent in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. Classes are taught by professional
artists/educators, and small class sizes allow for individual guidance to students at all levels.
Classical Martial Arts Centre
4 Locations in Toronto, ON | 416-550-4658 | www.martialartstoronto.ca
A Classical Martial Arts program can provide essential skills needed to succeed in life. Classical Martial Arts
training is a fun, traditional way for kids to build confidence, be active, promote good health, build balance, and
more. It is a great investment for your child’s growth now, and for the future! There are several programs to
meet a diverse range of health and fitness needs for all ages (3-16 years old).
Evergreen Brick Works Family and Kids Programing
550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8 | 416-596-7670 | ebw.evergreen.ca
Join us for some family-friendly fun all year long! We offer a variety of activities and workshops that are just for
kids, to get them playing in the kitchen, the mud and in the garden. Open year-round, Evergreen Brick Works is
a community environmental centre that inspires and equips visitors to live, work and play more sustainably.
Visit our website for more info and registration!
Fun with Music Together
7 Locations in Toronto | www.funwithmusictogether.ca
Music Together® is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for infants, toddlers,
preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who love them. By emphasizing actual music experiences rather
than concepts about music, Music Together® introduces children to the pleasures of making music instead of
passively receiving it from CDs or TV. Classes are available year-round.
Gymboree Play & Music
1213 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4G 2Z8 | 416-410-6386 | www.gymboreeclasses.com
Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0 to 5 for over 30 years.
We offer a progression of developmentally appropriate play, music, and art classes for children and their
parents. First Month of Fun only $65*. Use code TRAIL65. *Offer expires 10/31/2013 and is available for new
families at participating locations only. Offer not valid on School Skills.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Improv Your Acting
115 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON M4K 1N2 | 647-688-9668 | www.improvyouracting.com
Do you have a 7-12 year old in your life that loves the camera, doesn't stay off the stage, or is constantly
hamming it up for relatives? Then send them to Improv Your Acting’s weekly kids classes to break them out of
their shell and to work with professional actors! Improv is a fantastic art form that teaches kids how to
communicate, work together, build confidence, and use their imagination at home and school!
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 6
Toronto Central
Kidnasium
745 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, ON M4P 2Z4 | 416-480-2608 | www.kidnasium.ca
Kidnasium is a children's recreational center that offers a variety of family oriented recreational gymnastics
programs that are both fun and educational. We work with each child to get them to a level where they can feel
confident in themselves and their abilities. Parent/Tot, Transition, Preschool, Kindergym, and Elementary Gym
programs are offered. From 18 months to 9 years.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Pawsitively Pets Classes
202 Parkhurst Blvd, Toronto, ON M4G 2G3 | 416-901-4776 | www.pawsitivelypetskidscamp.com
Pawsitively Pets encourages all children to explore their love of pets and animals. Working with animals is not
only a great learning experience for children, it allows them to build confidence, self-esteem, and respect for
living creatures. Our one-of-a-kind weekend programs will give your child the rare opportunity to spend time
with live animals and to develop the important skills of observation, classification, and communication.
Riman Arts Studio
141 Spadina Avenue (2nd Floor), Toronto, ON M5V 2K8 | 905-334-4715 | www.rimanarts.com
Riman Arts Studio is offering an observational drawing class for 12 to 17 year old students. The style is realism
and the method used is based on observational drawing. This course has 8 sessions. Each session is two
hours. The class will be held on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. It will start on August 17, 2013. It will
take place at the Influx Creative Space.
Sew in Love
404 Adelaide St West, Toronto, ON M5V 3C1 | 416-658-7608 | www.sewinlovetoronto.com
At Sew In Love, kids will learn the basics of hand and machine sewing in fun, creative, inspiring classes. No
experience is required. A maximum of 5 students per class ensures plenty of one-on-one time with an
instructor. We provide sewing machines, materials and tools needed in the class. For more information,
schedule and fees, visit our website.
The York Academy of Martial Arts
2081 Dufferin Street, Toronto, ON M6E 3R3 | 416-256-7463 | www.yorkama.com
Here, at York AMA, our children and youth karate classes offer an outstanding mix of traditional principles with
practical real world skills, which meet the needs of today’s kids, while at the same time keeping the classes fun
and exciting. Students in this program develop their bodies, minds, and spirits through training their blocking,
punching, kicking, and grappling techniques as well as traditional karate forms.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 7
Toronto Central
Young People’s Theatre Drama School
165 Front Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 3Z4 | 416-862-2222 | www.youngpeoplestheatre.ca
The YPT Drama School offers fun-filled and meaningful theatrical experiences. Our classes are led by
professional arts educators whose skills are always expanding through our professional development sessions
and their own professional experiences. We introduce young people to the theatre and also help them develop
into positive, social beings.
Toronto Central Listings
Academy of Artisans
555 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6A 1A5 | 416-322-9997
School of arts, crafts, and cooking. We offer programs for kids of all
ages. Classes include sewing, cooking, knitting, pottery, stained
glass, ceramics, baking, cartooning, gardening, basketry, and more.
City Dance Corps
489 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B4 | 416-260-2356
City Dance Corps is one of Toronto’s leading centres for dance
instruction. We offer kids and teen programs.
Core Studio
553 Queen St West, 3rd Floor, Toronto, ON M5V 2B6 | 416-545-7743
Core Studio offers yoga and pilates classes with mommy-and-me and
family yoga classes.
FitFix Junior
2409 Yonge Street, Suite 202, Toronto, ON M4P 2E7 | 416-322-6770
FixFit Junior fitness programs are the perfect complement to any
child’s existing sports and extra-curricular activities with a variety of
classes.
Gardiner Museum
111 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C7 | 416-586-8080
We offer kids clay classes and mom and tot classes.
Inica Dance Industries
9 Trinity St, Studios 313 & 314, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 | 888-236-6799
We provide leading professional instruction and entertainment in jazz,
tap, ballet, hip-hop, liturgical, contemporary, modern, and more.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
Mike’s Music Studio
87 Melville Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 1Y3 | 416-371-6278
We provide music lessons in guitar, piano, bass, and singing.
OIP Dance Centre
190 Richmond Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 1P1 | 647-477-5225
We bring the latest in dance classes, workshops, talent, and
performances.
Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6 | 416-586-8000
Programs: Saturday Morning Club, ROM Moms, and Tiny Tots.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 8
The Second City Training Centre
70 Peter Street, Lower Level, Toronto, ON M5V 2G5 | 416-340-7270
Youth and teen classes in improvisational programing and specialty
classes with a comedic focus. For grades 2 to 12.
Sew Be It Studio
2739 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4N 2H9 | 416-488-1607
Our studio offers sewing and fashion design classes for kids. We also
offer drop-in programs.
Toronto Botanical Garden
777 Lawrence Ave East, Toronto, ON M3C 1P2 | 416-397-1340
The Toronto Botanical Garden has an array of 17 award-winning
themed gardens spanning nearly four acres, designed to educate and
inspire. We offer indoor and outdoor learning experiences for kids.
Wanda’s Creative Clay
252 Soudan Avenue, Toronto, ON M4S 1W4 | 416-488-2529
Bring clay to life in after-school programs for kids of all ages.
Zodiac Swim School
Havergal Junior School Location, 460 Rosewell Ave, Toronto, ON
M4R 2H5 | 416-789-1989 x251
Swimming programs offered: Zodiac Tot Programs, Red Cross Swim
Kids Programs, and “In-Betweener” Programs.
Zodiac Swim School
Toronto French School Location, 318 Lawrence Ave East, Toronto,
ON M4N 1T7 | 416-789-1989 x251
Swimming programs offered: Zodiac Tot Programs, Red Cross Swim
Kids Programs, and “In-Betweener” Programs.
Toronto East
ACE Approach
59 Cambridge Avenue, Toronto, ON M4K 2L2 | 647-309-3226 | www.aceapproach.ca
The ACE Approach (Awareness and Consciousness Education) is a holistic program that nurtures selfawareness, problem solving, and relationship skills through YOGA, MEDITATION, and ARTS-BASED
ACTIVITIES. Taught by certified teachers, The ACE Approach offers participants concentrated time to be
creative, forge positive relationships, and explore practical ways to become happier and more peaceful.
Centre of Gravity Toronto East
1300 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, ON M4L 1Y7 | 416-938-6030 | www.centreofgravity.ca
Kids are introduced to the magic of circus under the guidance of professional circus performers. Activities
include the basic of juggling, stilt walking, tumbling, clowning, and aerial acrobatics. Other classes offered are:
Daytime Kids Circus Class, Kids Dance & Creative Movement, and Fine Art for Kids. For the little ones there's
Circus Tots, Kinder Cirque, Kids Dance & Creative Movement, and Music for Babies & Toddlers for Kids.
Fun with Music Together
7 Locations in Toronto | www.funwithmusictogether.ca
Music Together® is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for infants, toddlers,
preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who love them. By emphasizing actual music experiences rather
than concepts about music, Music Together® introduces children to the pleasures of making music instead of
passively receiving it from CDs or TV. Classes are available year-round.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 9
Toronto East
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Musical Munchkins
361 Danforth Ave., St. Barnabas Church, Toronto, ON M4K 1P1 | 416-419-4742 | www.musicalmunchkins.ca
Musical Munchkins provides an exciting opportunity for you and your child to enjoy the benefits of music.
Children and caregivers participate in a fun and stimulating musical environment. Musical activities include
songs with musical movement, tickling hand, finger and toe play with rhymes, musical puppets and props,
dancing with caregiver, age appropriate musical instruments, stories, and more. Ages from birth to 5 years old.
Sportplay
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 416-465-7439 | www.sportplay.ca
Sportplay provides multi-sport programs. We offer weekly multi-sport and sport specific classes during the
school year. Sportplay classes are active, comprehensive, physical education based, and delivered in a fun,
supportive, non-competitive environment. Kids will develop their gross motor and athletic skills while learning 8
different sports: baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, track and field, football, volleyball, and ball hockey.
StageCoach Toronto East
50 Gristmill Lane, The Distillery District, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4 | 416-844-2162 | www.stagecoachschools.ca
Welcome to StageCoach where we provide quality part-time training in the performing arts for kids and young
adults aged 4-16 years. Our aim is to nurture and develop potential through singing, acting, and dance training,
stretching young imaginations. We strive to meet the needs of every student and whether they attend for
confidence and fun or to pursue a career in the performing arts, all are given the opportunity to shine.
Toronto East Listings
400 Swim
Earl Grey Senior Public School, 100 Strathcona Ave, Toronto, ON
M4J 1G8 | 416-400-7946
400 Swim is an aquatic school. We swimming programs for preschoolers and kids.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 10
400 Swim
Satec at W.A. Porter Collegiate Institute, 40 Fairfax Crescent, Toronto,
ON M1L 4V7 | 416-400-7946
400 Swim is an aquatic school. We swimming programs for preschoolers and kids.
AquaCenter Swim School Scarborough
Goodlife Fitness, 3660 Kingston Road, Scarborough, ON M1M 1R9 |
647-947-4178
We provide high quality swim lessons and water activities for all ages
and swimming abilities in a enjoyable and safe environment.
Arts Express
54 Twenty Fifth Street, Etobicoke, ON M8V 3P3 | 416-239-3093
Arts Express offers in-school drama, dance, art, and computer
classes for children in grades JK to 8.
Beaches Conservatory of Music
1224 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M1N 1P3 | 416-694-4792
At the Beaches Conservatory, we provide music lessons for all ages
and levels.
Buckler Aquatics Scarborough
500 Coronation Dr, Toronto, ON M1E 2K2 | 416-499-0151 x223
We specialize in the Buckler Method of swimming instruction of
babies (6 months+) and in in Red Cross programs.
Diva Diverse
777 Warden Avenue, Unit 201, Scarborough, ON M1L 4C3 |
416-433-6333
Diva Diverse offer kids’ dance classes: hip-hop, jazz, lyrical, and
DivaCise (variety class).
Diverse Dancers Inc.
777 Warden Avenue, Suite 201, Toronto, ON M1L 4C3
Diverse Dancers Inc. is the best mobile and in studio dance
experience across the GTA that focuses on fun dance fitness.
Framing Dames
362 Old Kingston Road, Scarborough, ON M1C 3B6 | 416-287-2025
Framing Dames is a children’s art classes with drawing, painting, and
more.
Just For Kicks Soccer
445 Midwest Road, Unit 35, Scarborough, ON M1P 4Y9 |
416-285-5425
Just For Kicks Soccer offers soccer classes for kids and toddlers.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
LucSculpture School and Studios
663 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, ON M4S 1W4 | 416-461-7936
Learn French while doing art. LucSculpture School and Studios also
offers pottery, mixed media, illustration and cartooning, sculpture, and
much more.
Starling Music
Servicing Toronto North, East, and West, ON | 416-305-0703
Starling Music offers private lessons for children and teens in the
comfort of your home.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 11
TAC Music and Arts
273 St George Street, Toronto, ON M5R 2P8 | 647-876-7062
TAC Music and Arts is dedicated to providing lessons in art and music
in an innovative way.
Ted Reeve Skating and Hockey School
175 Main Street, Toronto, ON M4E 2S7 | 416-200-9746
A not-for-profit corporation established in 1969 to promote, teach, and
provide the fundamentals of skating and hockey.
Vital Precision Dance Company Inc.
276 Main Street, Toronto, ON M4C 4X5 | 416-699-8277
W offer a full schedule of classes and variety for all ages and abilities.
Toronto North
Fairyland Theatre Dance Academy Toronto
1183A Finch Ave W Unit 2, Toronto, ON M3J 2G3 | 416-663-1700 | www.fairylandtheatre.com
Fairyland Theatre Dance Academy provides high quality dance lessons for children of all ages. Our training
programs include KinderDance, pre-ballet, ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, and more in Richmond Hill. This unique
way of dance is very interesting to children, is more accessible and appropriate and brings them tons of fun!
We offer Competitive and Recreational programs for girls and boys ages 3 and up.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Kidnetix Yorkdale
100 Bridgeland Ave. Unit #1, North York M6A 2V1 | 416-904-2556 | www.kidnetix.ca
Welcome to Kidnetix! GTA’s premier indoor play centre. Kidnetix is a clean safe and comfortable place for you
to sit back and relax while your children explore in our never ending maze of tunnels, wobblers, climbing walls,
slides, activity panels, and games that will have them playing for hours. Kidnetix offers an Edu-Play Program,
structured so your child will learn through hands on activities and interactions while having fun!
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
Mess for Fun
43 Martin Ross, Unit # 3, North York, ON M3H 5S4 | 416-736-7101 | www.messforfun.com
Mess for Fun is an indoor playground and ceramic studio. We offer a safe, spacious, peanut-free, environment
with a designated play area and ceramic studio. While the kids play, the adults can sit back and relax or play
along with the children. Let us teach your kids to paint ceramics effectively using a variety of techniques and
styles. All materials, paints, and ceramic pieces included. Call to register.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 12
Toronto North
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Sportplay
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 416-465-7439 | www.sportplay.ca
Sportplay provides multi-sport programs. We offer weekly multi-sport and sport specific classes during the
school year. Sportplay classes are active, comprehensive, physical education based, and delivered in a fun,
supportive, non-competitive environment. Kids will develop their gross motor and athletic skills while learning 8
different sports: baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, track and field, football, volleyball, and ball hockey.
Young Rembrandts
5576 Yonge Street, PO Box 10073, Toronto, ON M2N 0B6 | 416-907-0750 | www.youngrembrandts.com
Young Rembrandts is based on an acclaimed, step-by-step drawing method that works hand-in-hand with our
original, innovative curriculum developed by a team of artists and educators. We offer after-school classes to
pre-school children (3-1/2 to 5 years) and elementary-age children (6 to 12 years) at host locations such as
preschools, daycares, and elementary schools. All classes are listed on our website.
Toronto North Listings
Beach Blast
15 Leswyn Rd, Toronto, ON M6A 1J8 | 416-633-5929
Beach Blast has over 50,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor sandbox
courts. Drop-ins available.
Buckler Aquatics North York
562 McNicoll Ave, North York, ON M2H 2C9 | 416-499-0151 x221
We specialize in the Buckler Method of swimming instruction of
babies (6 months+) and in in Red Cross programs.
Chamelea Center
26 Limestone Crescent, Unit 2, Toronto, ON M3J 2S4 | 416-827-5706
Our classes will introduce your children into the world of modern
science, history, and art.
HoopDome
75 Carl Hall Rd., Toronto, ON M3K 2B9 | 416-633-4667
HoopDome is a state of the art, multi gymnasium basketball-only
facility. We offer after-school basketball program.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
Starling Music
Servicing Toronto North, East, and West, ON | 416-305-0703
Starling Music offers private lessons for children and teens in the
comfort of your home.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 13
Sword Players
5 Kodiak Crescent, Unit 2, Toronto, ON M3J 3E5 | 416-630-8116
Fencing classes for kids ages 8 to 12.
Toronto West
Centre of Gravity Toronto West
213 Sterling Road, Unit 100 (South Entrance), Toronto, ON M6R 2B2 | 416-938-6030 | www.centreofgravity.ca
Kids are introduced to the magic of circus under the guidance of professional circus performers. Activities
include the basic of juggling, stilt walking, tumbling, clowning, and aerial acrobatics. Other classes offered are:
Daytime Kids Circus Class, Kids Dance & Creative Movement, and Fine Art for Kids. For the little ones there's
Circus Tots, Kinder Cirque, Kids Dance & Creative Movement, and Music for Babies & Toddlers for Kids.
The Children’s Art Studio
601 Christie Street, Studio #163, Toronto, ON M6G 4C7 | 647-808-8590 | www.childrensartstudio.ca
Dig in and get messy at the Children's Art Studio! Children experience and harness the creative process by
exploring a wide range of materials and methods including clay, watercolour painting, printmaking, and
sculpture. Students also learn about the great art masters while making art using story telling, factual
information, and their own imagination! Classes are structured suitably for each age group.
Fun with Music Together
7 Locations in Toronto | www.funwithmusictogether.ca
Music Together® is an internationally recognized early childhood music program for infants, toddlers,
preschoolers, kindergarteners, and the adults who love them. By emphasizing actual music experiences rather
than concepts about music, Music Together® introduces children to the pleasures of making music instead of
passively receiving it from CDs or TV. Classes are available year-round.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0 | 905-893-1121 | www.mcmichael.com
The McMichael offers unique arts and crafts programs throughout the year. For over 15 years, experienced
and highly skilled educators have shared their passion and knowledge with children between 4 and 15 years of
age. Students can learn the basics of drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and more. The McMichael also
offers a number of programs and classes for children with special needs and learning disabilities.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 14
Toronto West
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Neighbour Note
43 Dorval Road, Lower Unit, Toronto, ON M6P 2B7 | 416-533-7791 | www.neighbournote.ca
Neighbour Note offers fun and affordable music lessons in the comfort of your home throughout Toronto.
Private lessons include: guitar, piano, bass, drums, percussion, saxophone, voice, cello, and more. Group
lessons are also available. Our teachers are among Toronto's most talented and highest educated musicians.
The first lesson is always free.
Sportplay
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 416-465-7439 | www.sportplay.ca
Sportplay provides multi-sport programs. We offer weekly multi-sport and sport specific classes during the
school year. Sportplay classes are active, comprehensive, physical education based, and delivered in a fun,
supportive, non-competitive environment. Kids will develop their gross motor and athletic skills while learning 8
different sports: baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, track and field, football, volleyball, and ball hockey.
StageCoach Toronto West
16 Baby Point Road, Toronto, ON M6S 2E9 | 416-255-2511 | www.stagecoachschools.ca
Welcome to StageCoach where we provide quality part-time training in the performing arts for kids and young
adults aged 4-16 years. Our aim is to nurture and develop potential through singing, acting, and dance training,
stretching young imaginations. We strive to meet the needs of every student and whether they attend for
confidence and fun or to pursue a career in the performing arts, all are given the opportunity to shine.
Suitcase Theatre Kingsway
2850 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke, ON | 647-654-PLAY | www.suitcasetheatre.com
Suitcase Theatre is a not-for-profit children’s theatre company that was founded by the original producer and
creator of Mr. Dressup. We are currently offering the following mom-approved programs: Drama Tykes (2
months to 3 years old) and Drama Stars (ages 4-5 and 6-8). These programs focus on drama, improv, comedy,
singing, dancing, and the visual arts. Located at All Saints Kingsway Anglican Church.
Suitcase Theatre Swansea
95 Lavinia Avenue, Toronto, ON | 647-654-PLAY | www.suitcasetheatre.com
Suitcase Theatre is a not-for-profit children’s theatre company that was founded by the original producer and
creator of Mr. Dressup. We are currently offering the following mom-approved programs: Drama Tykes (2
months to 3 years old) and Drama Stars (ages 4-5 and 6-8). These programs focus on drama, improv, comedy,
singing, dancing, and the visual arts. Located at Swansea Town Hall.
Toronto West Listings
Art Works Art School
238 Jane Street, Toronto, ON M6S 3Z1 | 416-766-0662
A community based art school that introduces teens and kids to the
enriching world of art.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 15
Creative Children’s Dance Centre
2968 Dundas St West, Toronto, ON M6P 1Z2 | 416-762-9200
We offer pre-school dance programs for 3-5 year olds, dance and
musical theatre classes for kids, and intensive training programs.
Garrison Creek Art Education Centre
65 Muir Avenue, Toronto, ON M6H 159 | 416-531-5991
Art, music, and play. We offer classes and programs for kids.
Glitter Pie Art Studio
Style Studio, 344 Westmoreland Avenue, Unit 104A, Toronto, ON
M6H 3A6 | 647-351-3594
The Pie offers art classes for kids.
High Park Family Fun Place
2203 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6S 1N4 | 416-762-3999
The centre offers classes in art, music, and signing.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
Le Dolci
1006 Dundas St. West, Toronto, ON M6J 1W6 | 416-262-3400
Le Dolci is Toronto’s fun, foodie studio. We offer kids cupcake
decorating classes.
Light Up The Floor
80 Advance Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2TF | 416-234-5074
We are a Dance Fit Studio! We offer zumba for moms, babies, little
ones, and kids. Other programs include: hip-hop, salsa, reggaeton...
Lowe’s School of Music
2932 Dundas St West, Toronto, ON M6P 1Z2 | 416-766-5437
Offering private lessons in: accordion, banjo, bass, clarinet, drums,
flute, guitar, keyboard, mandolin, piano, saxophone, and many more
instruments.
The Music Embassy
55 B Browns Line, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3S2 | 416-898-2726
The Music Embassy provides well-rounded music education to kids.
We provide private instruction in piano, vocals, guitar, trumpet...
The Pottery
498 Runnymede Road, Toronto, ON M6S 2Z5 | 416-690-9475
We offer children’s after-school pottery classes. Help your children
explore and develop their creativity.
Stand Up Dance
14 Markham St, Toronto, ON M6J 2G1 | 416-899-7811
Stand Up Dance offers kids’ dance classes
Starling Music
Servicing Toronto North, East, and West, ON | 416-305-0703
Starling Music offers private lessons for children and teens in the
comfort of your home.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 16
York
88 Keys Richmond Hill
9011 Leslie St. Unit 310, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3B6 | 905-881-2893 | www.88keys.ca
88 Keys located in Richmond Hill is an early childhood music education centre for newborn to 8 years
specializing in research based curriculum Yamaha, Kindermusik, and Suzuki teaching philosophies. We're
celebrating our 11th anniversary as Toronto’s leader in music education. Coming in September 2013: Art
Classes!
ACE Approach
35 Stoddart Dr., Aurora, ON L4G 2G2 | 647-309-3226 | www.aceapproach.ca
The ACE Approach (Awareness and Consciousness Education) is a holistic program that nurtures selfawareness, problem solving, and relationship skills through YOGA, MEDITATION, and ARTS-BASED
ACTIVITIES. Taught by certified teachers, The ACE Approach offers participants concentrated time to be
creative, forge positive relationships, and explore practical ways to become happier and more peaceful.
Allegro Academy of Music and Art
2900 Steeles Ave East #217, Thornhill, ON L3T 4X1 | 905-881-2226 | www.allegroacademyofmusicandart.com
At Allegro Academy of Music and Art you will be offered MYC classes - Music for Young Children. In MYC,
children meet in small groups, in their own age category, once a week for an hour, accompanied by an adult
who participates in the program. We also offer Drawing and Painting/Sculptures and 3D Work/Miscellaneous
crafts classes.
Fairyland Theatre Dance Academy Richmond Hill
57 Newkirk Rd. Unit 4, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3G4 | 416-663-1700 | www.fairylandtheatre.com
Fairyland Theatre Dance Academy provides high quality dance lessons for children of all ages. Our training
programs include KinderDance, pre-ballet, ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, and more in Richmond Hill. This unique
way of dance is more accessible and appropriate and brings kids tons of fun! We offer both competitive and
recreational programs for girls and boys ages 3 and up.
Gymalaya Newmarket
16945 Leslie St. Unit 32, Newmarket, ON L3Y 9A2 | 905-868-8200 | www.gymalaya.com
Gymalaya, Newmarket's newest gymnastics club, offers recreational gymnastics classes with state-of-the-art
equipment designed specifically for young children. The kid size proportions of the equipment help motivate
the children, enhance their performance, and increase safety. Programs offered include: TotGym, KinderGym,
JuniorGym, AcroGym, SeniorGym, and Girls FitGym.
Gymalaya Vaughan
8051 Keele St. Unit 1, Vaughan, ON L4K 1Y9 | 905-760-5655 | www.gymalaya.com
Gymalaya, Vaughan's newest gymnastics club, offers recreational gymnastics classes with state-of-the-art
equipment designed specifically for young children. The kid size proportions of the equipment help motivate
the children, enhance their performance and increase safety. Programs offered include: TotGym, KinderGym,
JuniorGym, AcroGym, SeniorGym, and Girls FitGym.
Harmony at Home
Servicing the GTA, ON | 416-837-9051 | www.harmonyathomemusic.com
Harmony at Home Music offers music lessons in the comfort and convenience of your home! Harmony at
Home music teachers travel to your home for lessons. All teachers are friendly and qualified, and have
experience teaching children. We encourage kids to share with us their musical tastes, which can then be
incorporated into the lesson plans, allowing them to be part of the process.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 17
York
Little Kickers
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 905-903-5437 | www.littlekickers.ca
At Little Kickers the focus is very much on fun – an international network of informal yet professionally run
soccer classes where enthusiastic boys and girls (18 months–7 years old) are given a head start in sport. Our
Little Kickers learn the basic skills of soccer through creative games while building their confidence,
coordination, control, and social skills.
The Music Guru
42 King’s Cross Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2S9 | 416-992-8167 | www.themusicguru.ca
The Music Guru is a music school which offers lessons on all instruments from the comfort of your own home!
We currently service residences within the Greater Toronto Area, including: Peel Region, York Region, and
beyond. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Contact us today to learn how you can get your first
lesson free!
Sportplay
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 416-465-7439 | www.sportplay.ca
Sportplay provides multi-sport programs. We offer weekly multi-sport and sport specific classes during the
school year. Sportplay classes are active, comprehensive, physical education based, and delivered in a fun,
supportive, non-competitive environment. Kids will develop their gross motor and athletic skills while learning 8
different sports: baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, track and field, football, volleyball, and ball hockey.
York Listings
A Bit at a Time Coaching & Horsemanship
11726 Kennedy Rd, Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5 | 647-213-4495
A Bit at a Time Coaching & Horsemanship aims to provide
individualized coaching and horsemanship lessons to students.
Addicted to Sports Inc.
22 Golden Gate Circle, Woodbridge, ON L4H 1N4 | 416-277-6016
Addicted to Sports provides drop-in sports programs for kids.
Allegro Dance School
8403 Yonge St, Suite 201, Thornhill, ON L3T 6R2 | 905-889-9799
We offer a variety of dance classes for kids and teens: ballet, jazz,
hip-hop, acrobatics, musical theatre, and pre-dance.
AquaCenter Swim School Concord
2200 Rutherford Rd, Unit 8, Concord, ON L4K 5V2 | 905-417-2525
We provide high quality swim lessons and water activities for all ages
and swimming abilities in a enjoyable and safe environment.
AquaCenter Swim School Newmarket
1215 Stellar Drive, Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B8 | 905-895-2782
We provide high quality swim lessons and water activities for all ages
and swimming abilities in a enjoyable and safe environment.
AquaCenter Swim School Vaughan
Goodlife Fitness, 7700 Keele Street, Vaughan, ON L4K 2A1 |
289-622-1616
We provide high quality swim lessons and water activities for all ages
and swimming abilities in a enjoyable and safe environment.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 18
DLM Dance and Entertainment
250 Trowers Road, Unit 5, Woodbridge, ON L4L 5Z6 | 416-937-3567
DLM Dance and Entertainment offers the latest in hip-hop, break
dance, jazz, and ballet.
Early Years Play & Party
163 King Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 2W1 | 289-234-2700
We are one of the largest indoor playgrounds in Richmond Hill. We
offer karate classes and mom and tot programs.
GIA’s Music School Inc.
10815 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3E3 | 905-883-5550
At Gia’s Music School, we focus on giving the students the tools with
the right teachers to develop their qualities through music.
Gracie Woodbridge & Bravado MMA Academy
53 Woodstream Blvd #6, Woodbridge, ON L4L 2X6 | 905-265-0950
We teach Gracie Jiu-Jitsu for kids ages 3 and up.
Harmonic Expressions
50 Ballymore Dr, Aurora, ON L4G 7E6 | 416-508-1780
Harmonic Expressions offers traditional as well as adaptive music
lessons both in home and in studio.
Harmonic Melodies Music Inc.
17120 Leslie Street #5, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8K7 | 905-836-8261
Harmonic Melodies Music is the new state-of-the-art music school in
Newmarket. We offer diverse programs.
Kendal Aquatics
130 Racco Parkway, Thornhill, ON LAJ 8X9 | 905-707-7946
Kendal Aquatics offers swimming lessons and other swim related
programs to participants of all ages.
Kids Great Minds
Various Locations in the GTA, ON | 855-543-7473
Kids Great Minds is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to
teaching kids about digital technology.
Living Rhythm
45 Steepleview Crescent, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9R3 |
647-444-3786
Living Rhythm is a company dedicated to building community spirit,
promoting wellness, and bringing people together through music.
Lynrich Arts
300 John Street, Unit 275, Thornhill, ON L3T 5W4 | 905-771-0411
We offer a variety of art classes, activities, and services to fulfill all
your child’s artistic and creative needs.
Markham Gymnastics Club
60 Riviera Drive, Unit 9, Markham, ON L3R 5M1 | 905-475-0364
Markham Gymnastics Club offers lessons in recreational programs
through to National Stream Competition.
Musical Fitness
385 Enford Road, Unit 1, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3G2 | 647-297-1492
Musical Fitness involves different types and styles of music, dance,
gymnastic, aerobic elements, martial arts, and yoga exercises.
Paintlounge Markham
3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3 | 416-900-2633
Paintlounge provides a fun social painting space for kids of all ages.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 19
Petits Chefs Academy
9661 Jane Street, Unit 1, Maple, ON L6A 3X5 | 289-553-4445
Cooking sessions and classes at Petits Chef Academy are a great
opportunity to sharpen life-skills and stir-up creativity.
Reality Combat Fitness
1220 Stellar Drive, Unit 202, Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B9 | 905-853-1717
We offer over 50 classes a week in everything from martial arts and
karate to salsa, ballroom, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, breakdancing, and
much more!
Richmond Hill Gymnastics Club
475 Edward Ave, Unit 12, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 5E5 | 905-884-6175
A non-profit organization, providing gymnastics programs for boys and
girls, both recreational and competitive.
SuperKids Karate Markham
50 McIntosh Drive, Unit 113, Markham, ON L3R 9T3 | 905-470-7740
We offer martial arts programs for kids. We place strong emphasis on
developing the necessary fundamental skills for children of all
different ages.
Synergy Elite Cheerleading
60 Riviera Drive, Unit #9, Markham, ON L3R 5M1 | 416-809-1891
Synergy Elite Cheerleading is a competitive cheerleading club. We
offer classes for kids.
Victoria International Ballet Academy
7 Bradwick Drive, Vaughan, ON L4K 2T4 | 905-707-7580
At the Victoria International Ballet Academy, we provide after-school,
weekend, and evening programs. We offer ballet, character (folk)
dance, stretching, hip-hop, art, and music.
The Wave Pool
Lois Hancey Aquatic Centre, 5 Hopkins Street, Richmond Hill, ON
L4C 0C1 | 905-508-9283
The only indoor wave pool within the Greater Toronto Area - a year
round sun and surf destination. The Wave Pool offers swimming
programs for kids.
Your Fired Ceramics
10178 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 1T6 | 905-737-8944
Kids will have fun being the creator of their very own unique and oneof-a-kind ceramics. You’ll love that it’s affordable!
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 20
(QULFKHG/HDUQLQJ
6HDUFKLQJIRUVRPHHGXFDWLRQDORRPSKIRU\RXUNLGV"(QULFKHGOHDUQLQJ
HQYLURQPHQWVHQFRXUDJHNLGVWREHFRQILGHQWFXULRXVDQGLQGHSHQGHQW*LYH
\RXUFKLOGHYHU\DGYDQWDJHZLWKDIWHUVFKRRODQGZHHNHQGWXWRULQJ
VHVVLRQVHGXFDWLRQDOSURJUDPVKRPHZRUNKHOSODQJXDJHFODVVHVDQG
PRUH&XOWLYDWHDORYHIRUOHDUQLQJLQ\RXUFKLOGUHQ
Enriched Learning
Magic Languages
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | 647-766-2363 | www.magic-languages.com
Magic Languages is a educational project we created to teach efficiently a language (Spanish and French) for
kids and babies of age 1 to 12. We give the lessons by integrating them in amazing activities, games, and
original songs but with a specific methodology to learn the language. In our active classes, students magically
learn the language.
MathWhisperer
Online & In-Home Services, ON | 1-866-239-7684 | www.mathwhisperer.ca
MathWhisperer provides today's busy families with convenient and personalized tutoring sessions in
mathematics and science for their children between the ages of 12 and 18 using the latest e-learning tools
(online). Our teachers are professionally certified teachers with a passion. Also, all of our tutoring sessions are
recorded, archived and accessible to parents after each session.
Spirit of Math Schools
Locations Across the GTA, ON | 416-223-1985 | www.spiritofmath.com
Spirit of Math Schools is an elite after-school system of schools designed specifically to meet the needs of
high-performing students from grade 1-11. For over 25 years, SMS has been taking kids from the top of the
class to the top of the nation. Our students consistently place on national and international mathematics
honour rolls and our alumni go on to the top universities - many on scholarships.
Sylvan Learning Thornhill
8220 Bayview Avenue, Suite 201, Thornhill, ON L3T 2S2 | 905-764-6284 | www.tutoring.sylvanlearning.com
For more than 30 years, Sylvan has helped more than two million students learn to read, write, calculate, and
organize themselves to reach their potential inside and outside of the classroom. More importantly, Sylvan has
helped children develop a love of learning and a confidence that they carry throughout their lives. Help your
child catch up, keep up, or get ahead.
Enriched Learning Listings
Genius Education Centre
20 Wertheim Crt, Unit 43, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3H7 | 647-556-3380
Designed to increase students’ skills and overall learning ability.
Ma Classe!
431 Roncesvalles Ave, Unit B, Toronto, ON M6R 2N3 | 416-532-7280
We offer after-school Core French classes for kids (grades 1 to 6).
Oasis Academy
3016 Danforth Ave, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M4C 1M7 | 416-686-9751
Dedicated to professional educational services to children and youth.
PlayLab
151 Bloor St West, Suite 1100, Toronto, ON M5S 1S4 | 416-840-3935
An educational program with fun, play, and teamwork at its core.
Tutors on Call
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON T2P 3Y7 | 888-887-5889
Quality one-on-one tutoring in the convenience of their own home.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 23
Tips for a Smooth Transition Back to School
As Summer winds down, it’s time to turn our thoughts back to the school year. It would be
tempting to leave things to the last minute but this year, why not go for a more organized
approach? Here’s a quick list for getting back into the groove... with ease!
1. Inventory your child’s wardrobe and only buy what’s necessary.
2. Create a family station where you can find all that you need as you head out the door.
3. If not already done, clean last year’s backpack or purchase a new one.
4. Purchase and organize classroom supplies. Re-use previous years’ supplies.
5. Set up an in/out box for school forms.
6. Create a homework station.
7. Hang a family calendar and colour code everyone's activities.
8. Discuss goals for the year.
9. Institute a night quiet/reading hour.
10. Start re-adjusting to a school-year bedtime and routine mid-August.
Happy Back to School!
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 24
1LW3LFNHUV
Nit Pickers
Check Head Lice Off Your Back to School List
Durham Lice Care
Servicing Durham Region, ON | 905-706-5013 | www.durhamlicecare.com
Durham Lice Care offers a safe, effective, and 100% guaranteed head lice removal treatment
process. We are parents too, and we understand how disruptive and annoying dealing with head
lice can be. Our combination of all-natural, non-toxic products lead to the fast removal of the
parasites, and provide our clients with the best service possible. Complete lice and nit removal in
the comfort of your own home!
The Lice People
50 Ritin Lane, Unit 23, Vaughan, ON L4K 4C9 | 905-760-9292 | www.thelicepeople.com
The Lice People offers full service lice removal and treatment in the comfort of your own home.
Or, our York Region lice treatment salon provides a child-friendly environment where parents can
relax while the family is screened and treated. We are one of the only lice removal companies in
Canada, certified and trained in the Shepherd Method™. The only way to guarantee thoroughly
clean, lice free hair, and to provide our clients with the best service possible!
Lice Squad York Region
Servicing York Region, ON | 905-893-9888 | www.licesquad.com
A private, safe and professional place to have your families head lice issues solved. Providing
head checks, lice removal, and follow up services along with environmental care education and
prevention tips. No pesticides are used. Lice Squad only utilizes tools and products that get the
job done right the first time. Add to that our free information and education tools and you have a
complete one stop shop for all your head lice needs and questions.
Nitwits Toronto Lice Clinic
1232B Lawrence Ave East, Toronto, ON M3A 1B9 | 416-546-4455 | www.nitwits.ca
For expert consultations and professional head lice removal treatment service, make an
appointment with Nitwits Toronto Lice Clinic. With superior lighting, hydraulic chairs, and the full
range of product inventory, we provide the ideal environment for effective head lice removal. Or,
have the convenience of a professional expert visit your home. Nitwits is so confident of our
results that we guarantee our services, provided.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 26
Back to School Supplies Checklist
Summer is flying by and pretty soon it will be time to hit the office supply stores to get all
your back to school shopping done! Why not get a jump-start on your shopping this year
and beat the crowds. Use our practical back to school supplies checklist to make sure
you don't forget anything! You'll be glad you got it done early! Don't forget to scout out
the back to school deals and when you find them, stock up for the school year so you
don't run out and have to buy at full price!
Agenda/day planner
Assignment book
Back pack
Binders
Calculator
Clipboard
Colouring crayons
Composition books
Computer paper
Construction paper
Crayons
Dictionary
Dividers
Duo-tangs
Erasers
Filler paper
Folders
Geometry set
Glue sticks
Highlighters
Index cards
Lined notebook paper
Lock for your locker
Locker accessories
Lunch box
Markers
Memo book
Note books
Paper clips
Paper hole punch
Pencil case/supply box
Pencils
Pencil sharpener
Pens
Rubber bands
Ruler
Post it notes
Poster boards
School glue
Scissors
Spiral notebooks
Stapler
Stationery
Tape
Thermos
Thesaurus
Typing paper
USB Keys
White out
Happy Shopping!
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 27
6KRSSLQJ*XLGH
&RPH$XJXVWLW¶VWLPHWRFROOHFWWKHERRNVDQGVFRXUWKHVWRUHVIRU
HYHU\WKLQJRQ\RXUOLVW,I\RXKDYHDFKLOGLQVFKRRO\RXNQRZWKDWEDFN
WRVFKRROVKRSSLQJFDQEHDVWUHVVIXOH[SHULHQFH:H¶YHJRW\RXFRYHUHG
IRUKDVVOHIUHHEDFNWRVFKRROVKRSSLQJVRWKDW\RXDQG\RXUFKLOGFDQ
HQMR\WKLV\HDUO\ULWXDO6KRUWRQWLPH"6KRSRQOLQH
Shopping Guide
Eta Toys
975 Bayview Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9V0 | 905-508-1440 | www.etatoys.com
At Eta Toys, we design and distribute toys that stimulate creativity with future in mind. Playing experience
shapes the ability to imagine and create. We travel the world to find and design unique toys that foster
creativity with valuable ideas for better playing experience. All of our toys provide kids with positive intellectual
and emotional stimulation.
Fenigo
Online Shopping | 519-954-7877 | www.fenigo.com
Fenigo.com is your Canadian source for everything for a litter-less lunch. We take pride in our great customer
service, competitive prices, and one of the greatest selections of litter-less lunch products in Canada! You can
be confident that everything available on Fenigo.com is safe, even the products made of plastic. All products
are BPA-, PVC-, Phthalate-, and Lead-free.
KidSpot
9505 Keele St., Vaughan, ON L6A 1W3 | 905-553-KIDS (5437) | www.kids-spot.ca
KidSpot is an exciting new concept that enables customers to personalize kids’ gifts in any way they would like.
Utilizing unique embroidery technology, KidSpot allows to custom any product. We carry kids and babies’ bath
wear (towels, hooded towels, bathrobes), baseball caps, body suits, linens, blankets, stuffed animals (bears,
cows, lambs, frogs...), growth charts, photo albums, money banks, back packs, and much more!
The Littlest Gift Boutique
Online Shopping, ON | www.thelittlestgiftboutique.com
VIP access to our BACK2SCHOOL promo exclusive through Toronto4Kids! New school year, new gear! The
owl trend is popular among kids and what better way to store their stuff than in a cute purse? Adjustable strap
with plenty of room for their supplies. Phone accessories, apparel, watches, and plenty more! Special promo
for a limited time. While quantities last. Please see our website for more details!
Lovable Labels
Online Shopping, ON | 866-327-5683 | www.t4k.lovablelabels.ca
Lovable Labels provides parents with personalized labels, tags, safety products, and more. Our durable labels
withstand the dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, and, the greatest test, your child! Our great line of labels
include regular and slimline stickers, clothing labels, shoe labels, iron-ons, and bag tags. We also carry
personalized safety products, such as allergy alert medical labels, medical wristbands, and kids bands.
Personalized Storybooks Canada
Online Shopping | 866-269-6396 | www.personalizedstorybooks.ca
Get your kids reading and in the back to school spirit with a personalized story book from Personalized
Storybooks Canada. One of the leading personalized gifts retailers in Canada, all our books are hand made
with hard wipe-clean covers, quality printing, and easy to read large type. Each book consists of 24 pages,
including illustration pages. Fairy tales can come true... especially when the story is about you!
Sprouts Closet
3255 Lawrence Ave East, Unit 3, Scarborough, ON M1H 3A3 | 416-574-3384 | www.sproutscloset.ca
Sprouts Closet is a quality consignment shop for kids centrally located in the east end of Toronto. We are a
clean and friendly place to buy all things kids. The clothing and items we sell are in excellent condition and
meet all health and safety standards. You will find great items at a great price. There is something new every
time so come by often. Contact us to sell your kids stuff too!
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 29
Shopping Guide
Stuck On You
Online Shopping, BC | 866-904-9790 | www.stuckonyou.ca
Choose from the huge selection of name labels, kids' labels, clothing labels, and school labels from Stuck On
You Canada. Not to mention our personalized bag tags and medical alert tags for kids. With a wide variety of
designs, colors, fonts, sizes, pictures and products, you are sure to find plenty of creations to enjoy. Get
organized for back to school!
The Toddler Trunk
Servicing the Greater Toronto Area, ON | www.toddlertrunk.com
The Toddler Trunk is an online social marketplace for parents to buy, sell, and trade baby and kids stuff. Save
money and re-use at ToddlerTrunk.com. We help busy parents save money as well as de-clutter their homes.
You choose the best stuff for your kids or help other families get the best by passing on your pre-loved kids'
stuff! You are also welcomed to post free things to our forum in an effort to de-clutter.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 30
*HDU8S
Gear Up
Our Back to School Shopping Top Picks
SuperME
www.supermehero.com
From the outside, it is a sleek and stylish backpack. But just as quick as a superhero can
transform identities, this backpack converts into a superhero cape by simply pulling the hidden
cape out of a pocket at the top of the backpack. The included eye mask completes the
transformation from merely cool backpack to superhero cool. Light as a feather, superhero strong,
awesomely insulating, totally water-resistant, and personalizable!
Beatrix New York
www.beatrixny.com
Beatrix New York is devoted to creating cool, contemporary stuff for kids. Their products combine
a childlike love of whimsy and imagination with a grown-up sense of modern design and style.
Beatrix's colourful and beautiful bags and lunch boxes are adorned with cute mod-looking animals
like dinosaurs, owls, lions, and frogs. They hold everything a child needs for a busy day.
Everything is PVC, lead, phthalate, and BPA free.
Lunchskins
Shop at www.raspberrykids.com
Lunchskins Reusable Bags are a parent’s favourite! These bags are perfect for sandwiches and
snacks on the go, school lunches, and can also be used for pencils, crayons, erasers, and many
other school supplies. Available in a variety of hip patterns and colours, these multi-use baggies
are the answer to reducing plastic. Lunchskins Reusable Bags come in 3 sizes: Sandwich,
Snack, and Sub.
Esthex
www.esthex.com
Using unique, charming patterns and super-soft and durable materials, the company's backpacks
encapsulate the magic of those first school years. Loved by both kids and kids-at-heart, Esthex’s
backpacks are washable and made from strong canvas so they can hold anything. They will keep
your child company at school and most importantly, they are always smiling! A very cute toddlersized backpack.
Funbites
Shop at www.raspberrykids.com
Make lunch time fun time with Funbites! Funbites Food Cutters quickly cut food into small bite
sized pieces. Each comes with a matching popper to instantly pop out the fun shaped pieces of
food. Funbites are made from a durable high performance material and are top-shelf dishwasher
safe, and BPA free. Perfect for making creative bento box lunches! Comes in 3 shapes: squares,
triangles, and hearts.
MadPax
www.madpax.com
Expect rock star status when form meets function! These super hip, punk, wild, and fun 3D
backpacks by MadPax are perfect for your little trendsetter. MadPax creates cutting edge, origami
inspired backpacks and lunch boxes perfect for back to school. Kids of all ages can avoid
anonymity with a style that says they are one-of-a-kind. Comes in 4 sizes of funk! They are
available in many colors.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 32
Gear Up
Our Back to School Shopping Top Picks
Boon
www.booninc.com
Sometimes stomachs rumble in jungle, so pack their snacks into Boon’s adorable and functional
snack boxes and containers. Their products keep food fresh and are easy to clean. Load them up
with your child’s favourite veggies, fruits, and other munchies and go on safari. Or to school. They
also sell utensils. All their products are BPA, phthalate, PVC free so they’re safe and made just for
your little ones.
Crocodile Creek
www.crocodilecreek.com
Beautiful yet practical, these sturdy backpacks are just the right size for younger children.
Constructed of durable high-quality materials and designed to help keep active kids organized
and ready to go. Bold colours and designs, Crocodile Creek products conform to all of the
appropriate safety standards. You can also buy matching food jars, lunch boxes, and stainless
steel drinking bottles.
KidSpot
www.kids-spot.ca
KidSpot is an exciting new concept that allows you to personalized kids’ products in any way you
would like. Bright, colourful, personalized, and totally ready for action! KidSpot offers personalized
backpacks, lunch boxes, stainless steel bottles, folders, notebooks, and many more back to
school accessories. There’s something for everyone with tons of styles and colours to choose
from.
Skip Hop
www.skiphop.com
Make school-time fun time with back to school products from Skip Hop! Friendly animal faces
invite smiles on a playful, practical backpacks, lunch boxes, utensils, and bottles for school. And
with many adorable animals to choose from – the newest being the precious fox and elephant –
there’s something for every kid. The hardest part is choosing which one! Everything is made with
strong and durable materials, perfect for kids on the go.
Vapur
Shop at www.raspberrykids.com
Vapur is the first collapsible water bottle designed to fit to your child’s backpack, gym bag, or
lunch box. Carrying bulky water bottles around everyday can be a pain for kids, especially when
they are empty. Unlike rigid water bottles, Vapur is foldable and can be rolled, folded, or flattened
and tucked away. This means it goes more places and fits in tighter spaces than any other bottle.
Perfect for kiddos!
Dabbawalla
www.dabbawallabags.com
Dabbawalla backpacks and lunch boxes are the fun and functional way for adventurers of all
ages to tote lunch and gear in style. Designed to withstand whatever your little one can throw at it
(or in it), but still look cool. Flexible, strong, and built to last, Dabbawalla products are sized
specifically for pre-school and early elementary school kids. They are also crafted from from
materials that are 100% toxic free.
Toronto4Kids 2013 Back to School Guide | 33