Students attend a weekly outing to the local community centre where they participate in swimming lessons led by a qualified swim instructor. Students learn foundational swim skills for the level they are evaluated at. Student have the opportunity to learn water and poolside safety and well as community integration skills.

Students learn to move their bodies in new ways while developing strength and flexibility! Students will also be introduced to mindfulness practices and calming breathing techniques.

Student learn to move their bodies while working on rhythm and timing skills. Dance classes address an abundance of skills including gross motor coordination, bilateral coordination, sequencing and so much more!

Just like our regular campus programs, summer camp in Mississauga focuses on holistic development. Every child has unique abilities, interests, and challenges. Carefully crafted camp activities aid progression with developmental benefits that last beyond the camp schedule.

• Students develop self-confidence through supportive activities and meaningful relationship-building. Students are challenged outside of their usual comfort zones when attending summer camp in Mississauga. Specialist camp instructors help students discover new abilities and gain confidence in their skills.
• Summer camp in Mississauga is a social experience where cooperation and communication are at the forefront. Students make new friends and strengthen their interpersonal skills. A safe and supervised summer camp in Mississauga is the perfect way for students to practice the communication skills developed during specialist sessions at Oakwood Academy.
• Students benefit from emotional growth in new situations. Summer camp in Mississauga can benefit self-regulation and resilience.

Camp options vary throughout the year, and we recommend parents closely watch our camp page or reach out to our office for information on upcoming events. We provide the best opportunities for summer camp in Mississauga with programs carefully crafted around our unique students at various stages of academic, physical, social, and emotional growth.

Safety is a priority at Oakwood Academy. Summer camp in Mississauga is secure and nurturing so every student feels comfortable and encouraged to explore and socialize.

Our Mississauga summer camps carry over many of the principles of our DIR® (Developmental, Individual-Differences, Relationship-Based) approach. We are the only recognized DIR school in Canada, and we carefully structure our camp programs to reflect the strengths and benefits of this model.

We emphasize the understanding of every child’s unique needs in our camp programs and implement specific measures to ensure programs are inclusive and accommodating.

• Staff are trained and qualified to work with children who have various learning and developmental profiles.
• Activities are tailored to developmental levels, interests, and sensory needs, ensuring a challenging and supportive experience for students.
• Every aspect of the camp environment is designed for safety, accessibility, and comfort.

Enjoy the confidence of knowing that specialist Mississauga summer camps are available, safe, and supervised by experienced professionals.

The well-being of our students is crucial to our Mississauga summer camps and other programs during the year. Each camp has a dedicated and highly trained team of educators, support staff, and therapists to monitor and guide campers throughout their experience.

• Small group sizes ensure every child gets personalized attention and support for their individual needs.
• We maintain consistent schedules and routines to promote a sense of safety and grounding throughout the camp day.
• We communicate with updates to parents and share insights and highlights from Mississauga summer camps. Our camps are designed for fun and learning with academic and personal benefits. We ensure you are informed about your child’s experiences.

Browse through our current and previous summer camps in Mississauga and you will find a variety of activities and programs focused on various areas of education and development. From theme-based programs to social skills and transition programs, we ensure that summer camps in Mississauga complement learning from the classroom.

Students gain new skills while reinforcing and improving existing ones.

• Camp challenges can enhance problem-solving and social cooperation where students think critically, find solutions, and progress towards shared goals.
• Students gain more independence during camp experiences as they try new activities to develop self-reliance and adaptability.
• Creativity and exploration are encouraged during Mississauga summer camps.

Students with unique developmental needs will find school camp to be a formative experience.

Empowering and encouraging, summer camps in Mississauga are a wonderful change of pace and scenery to help students work on their development plans, build relationships, practice their skills and abilities, and gain new experiences.

Enroll your child in one of our summer camps in Mississauga and see how our unique events reinforce our therapy sessions and all-day learning programs. Fresh experiences help students unlock their potential, and there is no better way to try something new than summer camps in Mississauga.