Sprouts:
Social-Emotional Learning Groups
We Make Learning Fun!
What is The Sprouts Program
A play-based social-emotional learning group for young children who benefit from extra support with confidence, emotional regulation, friendships, communication, and school readiness.
Neurodivergent children, including those with ADHD, autism, learning differences, and anxiety, are welcome.
Children will have opportunities to:
Build confidence and independence
Practice friendship and communication skills
Develop emotional awareness and coping strategies
Strengthen flexibility during transitions and changes
Learn through play, exploration, and connection
Build school readiness and group learning skills
Practice cooperation, problem-solving, and self-advocacy
Groups are small (6-8 children), space is limited!
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Why Play-Based Learning?
Play is how young children learn best.
Through games, imaginative play, movement, art, sensory experiences, and guided social interactions, children naturally develop the skills needed for emotional regulation, communication, confidence, and learning.
Our team intentionally embeds evidence-based social-emotional learning goals into engaging play experiences, helping children learn without feeling like they are in a classroom.
Therapist-Supervised & Purposefully Designed
While sessions are fun and engaging, every activity is designed with a purpose.
Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches from child development, social-emotional learning, play therapy, developmental psychology, and neurodiversity-affirming practice to support each child's growth.
Activities are carefully selected to build skills while preserving what matters most—joy, curiosity, and connection.
Program Term Details
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Sept 21st - Dec 14th (12 weeks)
Cohort A: Saturday AM 10:30am-12:30pm
Cohort B: Saturday PM 1:30-3:30pm
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Jan 10th - March 28th (12 weeks)
Cohort A: Saturdays 10:30am-12:30pm
Cohort B: Saturdays 1:30-3:30pm
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April 11th - June 20th (10 weeks)
Cohort A: Saturdays 10:30am-12:30pm
Cohort B: Saturdays 1:30-3:30pm
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Summer Program Term: July 7th - Sept 3rd (9 weeks)
Kindergarten Readiness focus
For children 3-5yrs old (6yr olds requiring additional support may be considered)
Inclusive for neurodivergent children and learning needs.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays -10:30am-12:30pm
Where: 145 Main Street, Toronto (Main & Gerrard)
Children 5+ may be eligible to join our summer camp for a full day option
Costs & Fees: our therapy based program is $55/hr or $110 per session
Insurance coverage may apply, we accept OAP funding
Our program is facilitated by child & youth therapists with expertise in child development, psychology and behavioural sciences.
All group programs are supervised by a Registered Social Worker
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4-6 years old that are experiencing social, emotional or learning exceptionalities. Children that may have ADHD or ASD are welcome!
Our Summer Kindergarten Readiness program accepts 3 year olds entering kindergarten! -
Sessions will be hosted at Willow Tree Mind & Wellness Centre
145 Main Street, Toronto
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This is a drop off based program
Sessions are a combination of rotating Adult led and child led activities to ensure a fun and balanced learning experience. Some activities include:Circle Time
Structured Natural environment Teaching
Play Stations
Experiments
Gross Motor Time
Group Social Games
Music and Art
Social Emotional Learning and Mindfulness
And more!
Our staff provide a 4:1 ratio of support with 1:1 time built into every session.
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Our Group Therapy rate is $55 an hour.
Each 2 hour session being $110.00.OAP funding is accepted.
Extended health benefits for Social work may apply.
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Our groups are facilitated by Child and Youth Therapists and/or social workers with expertise in child development! We always have 1 lead and 1 supporting staff member in each group.
All of our group programs are supervised by a registered social worker.
FAQ
Limited spots in each group available, spaces fill fast!