Tips from teachers
Playing and learning: how to make learning fun for children 3–6
Role-play, math and logic games for the child’s age, construction sets: how play builds empathy, thinking and fine motor skills.
Read: learning through play
Every KIDSUP article for parents, sorted by the question you have: rules, independence, speech, confidence, play and school.
This page collects all 14 KIDSUP articles for parents and sorts them by the question you have: rules and boundaries, independence, speech, confidence, play and creativity, readiness for school. 7 come from our teachers and show classroom practices for home; 7 are recommendations from psychologists about trust, routine and listening. Pick your question below.
Each question leads to one to three short articles.
Practices that work in class at KIDSUP and how to repeat them at home: play, speech, praise, chores, creativity, kindergarten readiness.
7 articlesRelationships at home: trust, boundaries, positive reinforcement, listening, routine, independence and involvement in learning.
7 articlesBy Natalia Stepanenko, head of KIDSUP. The kindergarten checklist is by the KIDSUP team.
Role-play, math and logic games for the child’s age, construction sets: how play builds empathy, thinking and fine motor skills.
Reading aloud, word-guessing games, synonyms and antonyms, talks at meals and on trips, and gentle correction of mistakes.
Praise that names the effort and the result, and mistakes treated as a chance to learn.
Crafts, reading and small tasks done together, plus regular “family hours” for motivation and a closer bond.
Tasks by age, from putting toys away to helping with cooking, kept positive and never used as punishment.
A corner where mess is allowed, pencils, paints and clay, and questions about the child’s work in place of grades.
Five areas for ages 4 and 5: language and listening, early math, fine motor skills, independence and self-care, emotions in a group.
Open, honest communication and time to talk with your child as the base of healthy development.
From small household tasks to simple decisions: letting the child feel important and capable.
Praise and encouragement for the behaviour you want to see, with less focus on punishment for mistakes.
Clear, consistent rules with the reasons explained help a child build self-discipline.
Active listening: show that you hear the child, value their opinion and notice their feelings.
A stable daily routine and predictable reactions give a child a sense of security and confidence.
Taking an active part in your child’s learning helps progress and shows your support and love.
KIDSUP programs in Kanata build the same skills in groups of up to 15 children or one-to-one.
| Program | Age | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early development | 3–6 | Group | $45 |
| Preparation for school | 4–8 | Group or one-to-one | $60 group, $40 one-to-one |
| Group classes | 4–8 | Up to 15 children | $60 |
| Individual sessions | 4–8 | One child, one teacher | $40 per session |
All programs run 9AM–1PM in English. Full list: programs and prices.
Rules and boundaries, independence and chores, speech, confidence and praise, routine, play and creativity, and readiness for kindergarten and school. There are 14 articles: 7 tips from teachers and 7 recommendations from psychologists.
Tips from teachers describe practices from KIDSUP classes to repeat at home. Recommendations from psychologists are about relationships at home: trust, boundaries, listening and a stable routine.
Keep rules clear and consistent and explain the reasons for them and their consequences. Praise the behaviour you want to see. Read Setting boundaries and Positive reinforcement.
Start with small household tasks and simple decisions so the child feels important. Toddlers can put toys away; older children can help with cooking or cleaning. See Support for independence and chores by age.
A stable daily routine and predictable reactions of parents give a child a sense of security and confidence. Stability for children.
Yes. Teachers meet parents regularly, and the centre holds workshops and seminars for parents. Call +1 613-867-7786 or send the enrolment form.
Send the form or call. We call back, answer your questions and agree on the program and start date.