Kindergarten children learning and playing at Inventive Minds Academy in Thornhill

Our Programs

Junior & Senior Kindergarten

A play-based and academically rich program for children aged 4 to 6 years, building the skills, confidence, and curiosity needed for Grade 1 and beyond.

Overview

Preparing your child for Grade 1 and a lifetime of learning.

Our Junior and Senior Kindergarten program serves children aged 4 to 6 years, blending play-based learning with structured academic readiness to prepare every child confidently for Grade 1 and beyond.

Building on the foundations laid in our Preschool program, JK and SK children engage with a progressively richer curriculum covering literacy, numeracy, science, French, music, and the arts — all within an environment that respects their individuality and celebrates their growing independence.

Children receive portfolios and report cards at the end of each academic term. Our Registered Early Childhood Educators work closely with families to ensure a seamless transition to Grade 1. We serve families across Thornhill, Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan.

What Our Program Covers

  • Literacy development including reading readiness, phonics, writing, and comprehension skills.
  • Numeracy foundations covering number sense, basic operations, measurement, and geometry.
  • Science and discovery through hands-on experiments, observation, and inquiry-based learning.
  • French language development through immersive, play-based daily activities.
  • Music, visual arts, and creative expression integrated throughout the curriculum.
  • Physical literacy and gross motor development through structured movement and outdoor play.
  • Social-emotional learning covering self-regulation, empathy, cooperation, and conflict resolution.
  • Grade 1 readiness skills including classroom routines, attention, and independent task completion.

Why Families Choose Us

What sets our Kindergarten program apart.

  • Licensed and regulated by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the CCEYA Act.
  • Blended play-based and structured academic curriculum delivered by Registered Early Childhood Educators.
  • Four academic terms with portfolios and report cards at the end of each term.
  • Strong Grade 1 readiness focus covering literacy, numeracy, and classroom independence.
  • French language development and music integrated into daily programming.
  • Free extracurricular activities included: piano, ballet, gymnastics, golf, and more.
  • A not-for-profit organization committed to whole-child development.
  • A dedicated Family Coordinator supporting every enrolled family from day one.
  • Getting Started

    How Enrollment Works

    01

    Book a Tour

    Visit our Thornhill facility to meet the educators, explore the kindergarten environment, and learn how we prepare children for Grade 1 through our blended approach.

    02

    Enrollment Meeting

    Your dedicated Family Coordinator meets with you before your child's first day to understand their strengths, interests, learning style, and any academic or developmental considerations.

    03

    Settling-In Period

    Every child transitions at their own pace. We work closely with families during the first weeks to ensure each child feels confident, secure, and excited to learn.

    04

    Four Academic Terms

    The program runs across four terms: Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Each term builds progressively on the last with intentional curriculum planning aligned to kindergarten learning expectations.

    05

    Portfolios, Report Cards and Grade 1 Transition

    Families receive a detailed portfolio and report card at the end of each term. As children approach Grade 1, our educators work with families to ensure a smooth and confident school transition.

    Get in Touch

    Let's find the right path forward — together.

    • Book a free, no-obligation tour with our admission team.
    • Located in Thornhill, we welcome families from across the Greater Toronto Area.