Testimonials

Mindware changed our daughter's life. She was the kind of kid in the public system who was struggling, but didn't cause chaos in the classroom so she was being left behind. She couldn't read and was not keeping up to appears academically, This was impacting self-esteem and she was becoming really hard on herself. We decided shortly before the school year to investigate alternatives and found Mindware. Within three months of being at the school, she was improving academically, but more importantly, she was becoming herself, socially and personally. She is more confident and what she's capable of and even supporting other students. She now tells us when she grows up she wants to be a teacher at Mindware. We are so grateful we found a place that could help her thrive. -Robin

Robin, Parent of a Grade 4 MindWare Student

Mindware changed our daughter’s life. She was the kind of kid in the public system who was struggling, but didn’t cause chaos in the classroom so she was being left behind. She couldn’t read and was not keeping up to appears academically, This was impacting self-esteem and she was becoming really hard on herself. We decided shortly before the school year to investigate alternatives and found Mindware. Within three months of being at the school, she was improving academically, but more importantly, she was becoming herself, socially and personally. She is more confident and what she’s capable of and even supporting other students. She now tells us when she grows up she wants to be a teacher at Mindware. We are so grateful we found a place that could help her thrive. -Robin
Mindware Academy has been truly life-changing for our son, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a supportive and specialized learning environment. From the very beginning, the staff have shown an exceptional understanding of their students, providing a patient, compassionate, and individualized approach to learning. With small class sizes, the teachers build meaningful connections with each child, tailoring lessons to develop essential skills in a way that truly resonates. It’s also wonderful to see so many students working toward similar goals, fostering a sense of belonging and encouragement. The leadership at Mindware is outstanding. The principal’s depth of experience is evident in every aspect of the school, and Bryan, the Senior Supervisor and Lead of Regulation Support, is an invaluable member of the team. Their expertise and commitment make a tremendous impact on the students' growth, both academically and emotionally. Our son loves all of his teachers and enjoys so many aspects of the school. Some of his favorite classes are Peace Circle and IR, where vital life skills are developed in a supportive and engaging way. Before coming to Mindware, we struggled to find a learning environment that truly met his needs. Now, he is happier to go to school and is actually learning. The difference has been remarkable, and we couldn’t be more grateful to be part of the Mindware Academy community.

Angela, Parent of a Grade 4 MindWare Student

Mindware Academy has been truly life-changing for our son, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a supportive and specialized learning environment. From the very beginning, the staff have shown an exceptional understanding of their students, providing a patient, compassionate, and individualized approach to learning. With small class sizes, the teachers build meaningful connections with each child, tailoring lessons to develop essential skills in a way that truly resonates. It’s also wonderful to see so many students working toward similar goals, fostering a sense of belonging and encouragement. The leadership at Mindware is outstanding. The principal’s depth of experience is evident in every aspect of the school, and Bryan, the Senior Supervisor and Lead of Regulation Support, is an invaluable member of the team. Their expertise and commitment make a tremendous impact on the students’ growth, both academically and emotionally. Our son loves all of his teachers and enjoys so many aspects of the school. Some of his favorite classes are Peace Circle and IR, where vital life skills are developed in a supportive and engaging way. Before coming to Mindware, we struggled to find a learning environment that truly met his needs. Now, he is happier to go to school and is actually learning. The difference has been remarkable, and we couldn’t be more grateful to be part of the Mindware Academy community.
MindWare Academy offers a nurturing and supportive environment where my child with a learning disability (learning dysphasia and verbal apraxia) has not only thrived academically but also developed a strong sense of self-confidence and belonging. Since attending MindWare Academy we have seen a drastic change in his academic abilities and social confidence. The school emphasizes identifying and nurturing each student's strengths and celebrating their accomplishments, promoting a positive learning experience as well as prioritizing the social and emotional well-being of its students (for example Peace Circle and Journey Jam, weekly theme group discussions), creating a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive and are taught to communicate effectively and with respect. MindWare Academy is not only a school for kids to learn but where they are encouraged to build community, which I ( as a parent) believe is equally important in a child’s academic path/experience. We are thrilled and proud that our son is experiencing and contributing to a positive and enriching school environment.

Jemile, Parent of a Grade 7 MindWare Student

MindWare Academy offers a nurturing and supportive environment where my child with a learning disability (learning dysphasia and verbal apraxia) has not only thrived academically but also developed a strong sense of self-confidence and belonging. Since attending MindWare Academy we have seen a drastic change in his academic abilities and social confidence. The school emphasizes identifying and nurturing each student’s strengths and celebrating their accomplishments, promoting a positive learning experience as well as prioritizing the social and emotional well-being of its students (for example Peace Circle and Journey Jam, weekly theme group discussions), creating a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive and are taught to communicate effectively and with respect. MindWare Academy is not only a school for kids to learn but where they are encouraged to build community, which I ( as a parent) believe is equally important in a child’s academic path/experience. We are thrilled and proud that our son is experiencing and contributing to a positive and enriching school environment.
At my old school no one understood my handwriting and it was hard to read. I had a tutor but that didn't help me at all but signed me up for MindWare Academy. At MindWare they taught me how to read and write and now I can read chapter books. I hope you love MindWare Academy. Come to MindWare Academy!!

Grade 5 MindWare Student

At my old school no one understood my handwriting and it was hard to read. I had a tutor but that didn’t help me at all but signed me up for MindWare Academy. At MindWare they taught me how to read and write and now I can read chapter books. I hope you love MindWare Academy. Come to MindWare Academy!!
Our son has fit right in at Mindware Academy and the staff are great. Highly recommend checking them out if you can.

Rick, Parent of a Primary MindWare Student

Our son has fit right in at Mindware Academy and the staff are great. Highly recommend checking them out if you can.
"I am happy to have you updated on the accomplishments of my beautiful little girl. At present, she hopes to attend graduate school and has two offers for a place in the Masters programs for Chem Eng. She has submitted a research proposal and is hoping to obtain funding for her graduate research. She has a fighting chance and I thank Mindware for that.”

Parent of a MindWare Graduate

“I am happy to have you updated on the accomplishments of my beautiful little girl. At present, she hopes to attend graduate school and has two offers for a place in the Masters programs for Chem Eng. She has submitted a research proposal and is hoping to obtain funding for her graduate research. She has a fighting chance and I thank Mindware for that.”
“As soon as my daughter walked through the doors of MindWare, her eyes smiled for the first time in years and she said with a determination my husband and I have never heard,"Mommy, I'm coming here." It was a statement; she was certain. Instantly she was where she belonged and we knew she would finally fit in. My only regret with MindWare was that we became a part of their family too late. Although our time is over at MindWare, it will never be forgotten. We had our daughter be her true self for 2 full years. A decision we will never regret as parents. The approach to learning and teaching at MindWare was unlike anything I had ever seen. The teachers took the time to connect and get to know our daughter and she felt so happy and comfortable going to school each day, she was actually excited. She wasn't just a student at MindWare, she was a member of their small, caring, community that quickly became like her family. Thank you to the entire staff for teaching my child like one of you own.”

Luciana, Parent of a MindWare Graduate

“As soon as my daughter walked through the doors of MindWare, her eyes smiled for the first time in years and she said with a determination my husband and I have never heard,”Mommy, I’m coming here.” It was a statement; she was certain. Instantly she was where she belonged and we knew she would finally fit in. My only regret with MindWare was that we became a part of their family too late. Although our time is over at MindWare, it will never be forgotten. We had our daughter be her true self for 2 full years. A decision we will never regret as parents. The approach to learning and teaching at MindWare was unlike anything I had ever seen. The teachers took the time to connect and get to know our daughter and she felt so happy and comfortable going to school each day, she was actually excited. She wasn’t just a student at MindWare, she was a member of their small, caring, community that quickly became like her family. Thank you to the entire staff for teaching my child like one of you own.”
“From the moment our son was introduced to Mindware, he had finally found a school he could call his own. We’ve been thrilled to watch him make close friends and find a place there. Mindware’s small class sizes have meant that he is enjoying learning again - which hasn’t happened for years.”

Brian & Janice, Parents of a Grade 7 Student

“From the moment our son was introduced to Mindware, he had finally found a school he could call his own. We’ve been thrilled to watch him make close friends and find a place there. Mindware’s small class sizes have meant that he is enjoying learning again – which hasn’t happened for years.”
“My favorite class at Mindware is math, and I didn’t like it at my old school. I also love playing with my friends at recess and going to the park.”

Caeden, Grade 7 Student

“My favorite class at Mindware is math, and I didn’t like it at my old school. I also love playing with my friends at recess and going to the park.”
“Mindware's exceptionally caring and qualified educators made our son realize his potential, and that a learning disability is not a disability at all. Mindware's staff create a safe, structured and nurturing environment, addressing the academic and social needs of each individual child, while embracing uniqueness and encouraging inclusivity. ”

Sandy, Parent of a MindWare Graduate

“Mindware’s exceptionally caring and qualified educators made our son realize his potential, and that a learning disability is not a disability at all. Mindware’s staff create a safe, structured and nurturing environment, addressing the academic and social needs of each individual child, while embracing uniqueness and encouraging inclusivity. ”
“Before MindWare, I hated school. I was falling behind and just gave up on doing things in class, and nobody even noticed. At MindWare though, I looked forward to school and actually learned things that I didn't think were possible! I realized if I work hard, I can do whatever I want to do!”

Ben, MindWare Graduate

“Before MindWare, I hated school. I was falling behind and just gave up on doing things in class, and nobody even noticed. At MindWare though, I looked forward to school and actually learned things that I didn’t think were possible! I realized if I work hard, I can do whatever I want to do!”
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