Kindergarten (ages 4–5)
Developmentally appropriate learning focused on curiosity, critical thinking, communication, inclusion and early learning.
At a glance
- Grades
- JK – 5
- Board
- Independent
Tuition & admissions
- Tuition
- $2,400 /year
Admissions process
Families are encouraged to schedule a school tour or contact the school for a one-on-one discussion. No formal diagnosis is required for enrollment. Optional skills-based assessments are available to help families understand their child's needs.
Academics & learning
- Curriculum
- The school describes a Ministry of Education-accredited curriculum from Kindergarten through Grade 5. Programming may be modified, alternative or accommodated based on the child’s needs and assessment, and integrates ABA with academics and school-readiness skills. Kindergarten emphasizes curiosity, critical thinking and communication; elementary programming supports cognitive, emotional, social and physical development.
- Accreditation
- Received Ministry of Education approval in 2023. · Offers a Ministry of Education accredited curriculum for Kindergarten to Grade 5.
Course descriptions
Elementary (ages 6–11; Kindergarten–Grade 5)
Individualized modified, alternative or accommodated curriculum supporting academic, cognitive, emotional, social and physical development.
ABA and individualized learning support
The school describes individualized programming developed with its BCBA team and family input, including one-to-one support and Natural Environment Teaching.
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Learning programs
Specializations
Autism Spectrum Disorder and related learning difficulties · Applied Behaviour Analysis · Individualized academic and behavioural programming · Communication, social and daily living skills
Learning support
Individualized and group instructional supports for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder · developmental disabilities · ADHD and Asperger’s Disorder · following ABA principles. Academic and behavioural plans are informed by assessments and each child's strengths and needs. · One-on-one and group instruction · Personalized education plans and ABA therapy support · BCBA-led program development and supervision · Speech-language therapy and occupational therapy · Augmentative and alternative communication support · Skills-based assessments and collaboration with families
Outdoor activities & education
- Community and nature trail excursions: The organization’s respite-support programme mentions community and nature-trail excursions facilitated by Instructor Therapists. This is a support-service activity, not a confirmed regular school-day outdoor curriculum.
About the school
Shining Stars School is an inclusive alternative school in Mississauga, Ontario, serving children ages 4–11 in Kindergarten to Grade 5 with diverse learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. It combines individualized academics with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) support.
Location & school highlights
Location
- Located in Clarkson
- Mississauga
- Ontario.
What makes the school distinct
- Integrates ABA with a modified, alternative or accommodated curriculum.
- Individualized programs developed with the Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst team and family input.
- Combines one-on-one therapy with Natural Environmental Teaching.
- No formal diagnosis is required for enrollment.
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