Writing classes for kids and teens

Creative and academic writing courses


Kids and teens receive extended practice in creative and academic writing at classes listed here. Creative and academic writing techniques instilled in students in these after-school and weekend programs help them write better essays, articles, stories, and poetry. Tutoring programs are also offered in the list below. Under the lists, learn more about the benefits of writing programs.  Read more

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    LOLART SCHOOL   
    LOLART has specific intent to empower learners with more than just tangible/academic skills. Creativity is taught and learned at our Art classes and Camp at 3 Locations in GTA and we share the joy of greater advancement!

    Henry Farm, Toronto; Willowdale, Toronto
    Arts: Arts & Crafts
    • Ages 3.5 to 18 (Coed)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $30
    virtualprogramcoed 30 3.5-18 3Henry Farm, TorontoWillowdale, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Power of Words Academy   
    Enrichment Writing & Public Speaking Programs offered year round for kids 7-15. Select in-person classes (North York and Mississauga Campuses) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom).

    Don Mills, Toronto; Markham; Mississauga
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 7 to 14 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program
    • from $250
    daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed 250 7-14 6Don Mills, TorontoMarkhamMississaugaOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs   
    Brain Power (IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL) is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA.

    Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Oakville; Vaughan
    Education: Instructor lead (group)
    • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
    • Program, Virtual Program
    • from $40
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    Sylvan Learning of Port Credit   
    With our personalised teaching and dedicated teachers, each and every unique student learns and grows!

    Mississauga
    Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
    • Ages 5 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program
    • from $30
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    Master Learning   
    Master Learning offers a high-quality and personalized online learning experience to each and every student in subject of English, Math, French.

    Richmond Hill
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 6 to 15 (Coed)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $252
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    After-school programs and classes with some writing instruction
    Camp Pathfinder   
    Historic boys' camp on Pathfinder Island, Algonquin Park. Est. 1914. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camping sports. Canoe trips a specialty. Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff, positive culture for boys.

    Algonquin Park
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $1,200
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    Little Mountain Learning Academy   
    Little Mountain Learning Academy is a well-recognized After-school Academic Enrichment facility on the UBC campus. We offer a wide range of English and Math programs from PreK to Grade 12.

    Vancouver
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 3.8 to 18 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $30
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    Rotherglen Summer Camp   
    Summer Camps will include Robotics, STEM, Art, Sports all taking advantage of our beautiful new state of the art facility. Registration is now open!

    Mississauga; Oakville
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 4 to 12 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $305
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    Sidney Ledson Institute   
    Trad./Innovative: AM- Math, English, STEM (entrepreneurship, financial literacy, coding, python, web)/ PM- 2-week workshops:Art & Architecture, Animals & Archeology, Ancient Civilizations & Astronomy, and Magic & Mystery

    Don Mills, Toronto
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 14 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $425
    daycampcoed4253-145Don Mills, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Canadian Contemporary School of Art   
    A contemporary art school that teaches skills and methods to inspire artistic expression for all ages. We offer painting, fashion design, filmmaking, animation, sculpting, architecture and more!

    Leaside, Toronto
    Arts: Visual Arts (multi)
    • Ages 1 to 17 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $40
    daycampcoed401-177Leaside, TorontoOnlineOntarioEast-York
    Debate Camp   
    For all students interested in public speaking, debating and Model United Nations. A well-rounded program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Debate day and overnight camps running June - August.

    Throughout British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario (8)
    Education: Debate
    • Ages 10 to 16 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $495
    daycampcoed49510-168Forest Hill, TorontoLawrence Heights, TorontoNorth Toronto, TorontoOttawaSt. CatharinesVancouverWest VancouverWindsorBritish Columbia, Nova Scotia, OntarioMidtown, North-York, Uptown
    Sylvan Learning Thornhill   
    Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing.

    Markham; Thornhill
    Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 18 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $350
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    Brick Works Academy   
    The Best Technology summer camp in the region! Your children and friends are super excited about our Lego Robotics, Minecraft Computer Camp, Pokemon Designer, and YouTube camps! In-person and virtual programs available

    Throughout Ontario (11)
    Education: STEAM
    • Ages 5 to 13 (Coed)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $250
    virtualprogramcoed2505-1310Forest Hill, TorontoKingsway Park, TorontoLansing , TorontoCambridgeGuelphHamiltonKitchenerLondonWaterlooOnlineOntarioEtobicoke, Midtown, North-York
    WillowWood School Camp and Summer School   
    WillowWood offers 3 different summer programs: camps for Grades 1-6, skills programs for Gr. 7-9 and high school credits for students in Grades 9-12.

    Don Mills, Toronto
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 6 to 17 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $300
    programclasscoed3006-1714Don Mills, TorontoOntarioNorth-York
    Reidmount Discovery School   
    Virtual Saturday classes, for all students who needs to excel, enhance or accelerate their academics. Our teachers will work to improve your child's grades from JK-Grade 12 for Math, English, Science, Writing and Coding.

    Throughout British Columbia, Ontario (6)
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 3 to 18 (Coed)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $600
    virtualprogramcoed6003-1815Harbourfront, TorontoBramptonBurlingtonMississaugaVancouverOnlineBritish Columbia, OntarioDowntown
    Belle Wood Equestrian   
    A traditional summer camp combined with all elements of Horses from horseback riding, leadership skills, fun & games, arts & crafts and so much more! Don't miss out at Belle Wood this summer

    Pickering
    Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    • Ages 8 to 15 (Coed)
    • Day Camp
    • from $645
    daycampcoed6458-1516PickeringOnlineOntario
    Prestige School Summer Programme   
    A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more.

    Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 3 to 12 (Coed)
    • Program, Virtual Program
    • from $430
    programclassvirtualprogramcoed4303-1217Willowdale, TorontoRichmond HillOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    La Citadelle Summer Camp   
    La Citadelle Summer Camp offers unique Programs that incorporate educational enrichment (French, English & Math), with an exciting array of activities, sports, fine arts & technology. Our Camps run for the month of July.

    York Mills, Toronto
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 2.5 to 12 (Coed)
    • Program
    • from $450
    programclasscoed4502.5-1218York Mills, TorontoOnlineOntarioNorth-York
    Panda Mandarin Language Programs   
    Panda Mandarin makes language learning FUN, ENGAGING, and AUTHENTIC. We teach Mandarin classes to children virtually & in-person, for all ages and skills. Come join us for a free trial and meet our amazing team!

    Bedford Park, Toronto; Mimico, Toronto
    Education: Language Instruction
    • Ages 2 to 13 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program
    • from $325
    daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed3252-1319Bedford Park, TorontoMimico, TorontoOnlineOntarioEtobicoke, Uptown
    LearningRx – Richmond Hill   
    LearningRx strengthens the cognitive skills critical to how students learn and perform. Our research-based program has helped high-performing students and those with LD, Dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, ASD, brain injuries and more!

    Richmond Hill
    Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
    • Ages 5 to 99 (Coed)
    • Program, Virtual Program
    • from $80
    programclassvirtualprogramcoed805-9920Richmond HillOnlineOntario
    Oxford Learning High Park   
    Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Veriety of programs for the students of all ages. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn!

    Bloor West Village, Toronto
    Education (multi)
    • Ages 4 to 12 (Coed)
    • Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program
    • from $100
    daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed1004-1221Bloor West Village, TorontoOnlineOntarioWest-End
    Vancouver Outdoor Society   
    Our mission is to join with youth and families on a journey to discover and develop their character identity to achieve their best potential.

    Squamish; Vancouver
    Traditional (multi activity)
    • Ages 7 to 20 (Coed)
    • Overnight Camp
    • from $149
    overnightcampcoed1497-2022SquamishVancouverBritish Columbia
    Budding Genius   
    30+ STEAM activities, academic courses to develop each child's inner innovative creativity! Robotics, AI, Coding (Java, Arduino, HTML, Python) Math, Abacus, University prep courses, open to the world and Canada Fr/En

    Education: STEAM
    • Ages 4 to 18 (Coed)
    • Virtual Program
    • from $190
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    What do children learn in writing classes?

    Kids and teens from Kindergarten to Grade 12 are welcomed in after-school writing programs. Classes teach kids fundamental creative and academic writing skills. Creative writing programs teach kids and teens to write through various forms such as short stories, poetry, and personal essays. Campers are encouraged to write original stories and learn how to create characters. Literary analysis is part of these programs, where students learn how to dissect a narrative’s themes, symbolism, and more. Literary devices are identified here, and children learn about techniques such as foreshadowing, allegory, and imagery. 

    This description is generalized. Consult camps above for specific details of their curriculum

    Academic writing classes help struggling students or those who want academic enrichment. Those in the latter group practice writing persuasive, comparative, and argumentative essays. Programs typically include research activities, and students learn research strategies and tips. 

    In writing tutoring programs, struggling writers receive extra guidance. Instructors work one-on-one with students, or in small groups, to identify specific areas of struggle. Extra credit courses and test preparation courses (for the OSSLT, SATs, etc.) are also offered, though they’re mainly targeted at high school students.

    At all writing classes, your child gains a deeper understanding of writing mechanics. Grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary exercises are offered. Courses improve technical aspects of kids’ writing. 

    Some advanced writing classes help students broaden their range and writing portfolios required for postsecondary education. Students may be invited to submit to writing competitions at the end of the program. Kids and teens increase confidence in their writing and become exposed to the professional writing industry.

    Prices for these classes begin at $50. Tutoring programs typically range around $150, though more intensive classes rise to $800. Public speaking and debate classes are included in the list above, where students learn how to write topical speeches.

    Why go to writing classes?

    Kids and teens gain writing skills in classes and courses above, and there are other benefits too:

    • Improve organizational skills. During the drafting and planning process, kids practice organizing ideas so that, during the writing process, the story or essay is clear to follow.
    • Benefits reading skills. With an enhanced vocabulary and insight gained into the writing process, your child will deepen their appreciation of novels, stories, and other writing. 
    • Develop a personalized writing process. The writing process consists of drafting, composing, and editing. Students learn how to personalize this writing process for their specific needs.
    • Small class sizes. At a typical writing class, kids and teens receive either one-on-one instruction, or smaller teacher-to-student ratios. Feedback is more personalized and specific to each student. 
    • Increased confidence and independence. Workshops in both creative and academic writing encourage kids and teens to share writing with others, accept criticism, and meet deadlines. Writing workshops improve children’s confidence in more than just writing.


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