Reggio Emilia-inspired inquiry and projects
Children investigate questions arising from their interests through independent and small-group projects, hands-on exploration, rich materials, and educator guidance.
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Atelier Kids
15 Oakmount Road, Toronto, Ontario, M6P 2M3
At a glance
- Grades
- NS – PS
- Gender
- Coed
- Board
- Independent
Tuition & admissions
- Tuition
- $133 – $137 /year
Admissions process
Book a call to learn about the Annex and High Park programs or register for the waitlist. New-family onboarding includes educator contact and visits before starting.
Academics & learning
- Curriculum
- Inquiry-based, play-based curriculum inspired by Reggio Emilia and guided by Ontario's pedagogy. Integrates science, language, math, music, creative arts, movement, outdoor exploration, and garden-to-table learning, alongside communication, self-regulation, conflict resolution, and friendship skills.
- Student–teacher ratio
- Toddlers: 5:1; preschool: 8:1. These are guaranteed minimum staffing ratios, which the centre states it typically exceeds.
- Class size
- Tuition
- Accreditation
- Reports licensing through the Ministry of Education, Toronto Public Health, Toronto Fire, and Toronto Building Code, with regular inspections and compliance with required policies.
Course descriptions
Creative arts and expression
Art and studio work, music, movement, and creative materials are used to support expression, imagination, and early learning.
Early science, language, and mathematics
The arts-based program weaves science, language, and mathematics into play and project work rather than listing separate grade-level courses.
Daily routine and care
The published schedule includes arrival and free play, project work and outdoor exploration, meals, rest or quiet activities, afternoon projects and outdoor time, and pick-up/free play.
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Learning programs
Specializations
Reggio Emilia-inspired early-childhood education · Creative arts · Outdoor education · Inquiry-based learning
Languages
English
Learning support
Educators provide gentle guidance during independent and small-group projects. Family onboarding includes pre-start visits · and classroom transitions are planned collaboratively with families and educators · honouring friendships and educator relationships.
Student life
Arts
Creative arts are a core program pillar. Arts-based learning integrates music · drawing · movement · rich materials · and hands-on projects · with opportunities to revisit and develop children's interests.
Facilities
Spacious, home-like classrooms with natural materials and large windows. · Purpose-built facilities designed in 2019. · Hospital-grade air filtration, security systems, and door-code access. · Projectors, microscopes, light tables, and cameras for interactive learning. · Natural playground, backyard, and garden.
Outdoor activities & education
- Regular nature exploration and forest walks.
- The school lists museum and gallery visits as community-learning excursions.
- The school names these as outdoor/community adventure destinations.
- Community excursions extend learning into arts, culture, and local life; dates and frequency are not published.
About the school
Atelier Kids is a Toronto early-childhood care community offering full-day and part-time, Reggio Emilia-inspired programs. Its inquiry-based, arts-focused approach supports holistic development through play, creativity, movement, and nature.
Location & school highlights
Location
- High Park: 15 Oakmount Rd, Toronto, ON M6P 2M3, with outdoor learning in the nearby woods of High Park.
- Annex: 34 Madison Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 2S1.
What makes the school distinct
- Reggio Emilia-inspired inquiry-based learning guided by Ontario's pedagogy.
- Outdoor education and creative arts are two core program pillars.
- At least two hours outdoors daily, year-round.
- Low educator turnover and a built-in support team; no reliance on temporary staffing agencies.
- Fresh, organic, ethically sourced meals through Real Food for Real Kids, paired with family-style dining and a garden-to-table curriculum.
- Family onboarding informed by attachment theory, including visits before starting.
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