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Our Mission:
“ The Papillon Learning Centre is dedicated to supporting both families and children in the
learning process by offering a collaborative approach between families and our centre. We
create a positive and encouraging environment, fostering confident life-long learners!”
About Us:
Amanda Reali
Program Director
B.A. Honours Psychology,
Master’s in Developmental Psychology and Education, Special Needs Instruction (in progress)
With over 7 years of helping families with children with autism, Amanda has dedicated
both her professional and academic careers gaining experience and education in the field of
autism, and special needs teaching.
After completing an Honours B.A in Psychology from the University of Guelph, Amanda
started her Master’s in Developmental Psychology and Education, with an emphasis on
Special Needs Instruction, from the University of Toronto. Additionally, Amanda will be
completing her required supervision, and writing the exam to become a Board Certified
Associate Behaviour Analysis (BCaBA).
It is through passion and dedication that The Papillon Learning Centre was opened.
After various experiences helping families with children with autism, Amanda started her
work as an ABA therapist. For the last 2 years, Amanda has received guidance and training
from some of the top professionals in the field. Working with a Board Certified Behaviour
Analysis, Amanda learned valuable tools to help children with autism succeed at their full
potential.
It is the dedication of The Papillon Learning Centre that we will create high quality
programs that are effective, supportive and fun. We believe that when given the
opportunity for children to learn in a positive and supportive environment, they will reach
the stars.
Our Staff is educated and experienced in the autism field. We provide on-site training to all
staff regularly; as well we encourage attendance at seminars and workshops at some of the
top organizations for autism.
We welcome you to our centre – and hope you will find everything you need!
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Our Programs:
At The Papillon Learning Centre, our programs are developed from top research in the field
of autism and special needs instruction. As well, we consult with Board Certified Behaviour
Analysts to ensure the targets and goals are appropriate and effective.
We offer a variety of programs, each with specific goals and teachings.
Specialized Programs:
Our specialized programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual child.
Whether it is assistance with life skills, academic skills or any combination, our programs
are created to target each goal.
Collaboratively with each family we create a list of goals to be met. Various assessment
tools and checklists will be used to determine where programming should begin.
Through specialized programs we can target the skills that may be missed in other
programs.
School-Enhancement or School-Readiness Programs:
It is important to begin school on the right foot! Our School-Readiness program offers
children who have yet to enter the educational system experience in a small-group
instruction setting. We offer teaching in a classroom setting, but with the direct support
needed. Through our programs, children will increase their beginning learning skills
needed to start school. They will increase their confidence for learning in a group setting,
and be able to apply these skills once they begin school.
For children with have already entered the educational system, we offer a SchoolEnhancement Program. Through small-group instruction, children will be able to focus on
specific targets that will help to increase their performance at school. Our focus will be to
foster “learning-to-learn skills” (attending, focusing, comprehension of instructions etc.) so
that children can succeed and learn in any situation they are presented with throughout
their schooling.
Social Programs (3 Levels):
It is important to remember that children sometimes need extra guidance and support
when it comes to learning the important skills that will foster positive social interactions.
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Sometimes these skills are not simply acquired, but need to be taught and practiced. Our
Social Programs offer 3 levels of social learning for children who require the extra
guidance. All programs can occur in a one-to-one setting and a small-group setting.
Our first level is dedicated to the beginning social interaction skills – how to play
appropriately, how to initiate play, sustaining play, expanding interests, increasing
imagination and developing appropriate social relationships. Children will learn in a fun
and effective manner and will expand their play skills to be successful in all situations.
Our second level is dedicated to intermediate interaction skills – appropriate
conversations, initiating and sustaining conversations, learning about interests of
ourselves and others, safety, and many more. Children will be taught the importance of the
skills and will develop the abilities to improve and maintain friendships.
Our third level of social programs is dedicated to advanced skills. This involves more
abstract thinking regarding what it means to be socially appropriate. Children will learn
how to take another person’s perspective, how other’s thoughts and ideas are different
from their own. As well, problem solving in real life will be a focus. These groups will also
allow children the support needed to discuss any current social issues they may be
experiencing, and how we can help to reduce these issues.
Creative Programs:
Personal expression is important for all interactions in life – it fosters developing
imagination, positive interactions, and learning. Through our expression we identify who
we are, what we want and increase our confidence.
Our creative programs help children increase their confidence in expressing themselves in
creative ways.
Through visual creative arts (drawing, painting, colouring) and music children can express
their thoughts, emotions, dreams and knowledge.
Through drama classes children can also express themselves creatively, and deal with real
life situations. As well, drama is perfect for younger children to help increase their
imagination and play skills.
IBI Therapy:
We offer in-centre and in-home IBI therapy sessions. Each program is developed after
completing an ABLLS-R assessment. We have junior (instructor) therapist who are
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responsible for implementing the program, which is overseen by a senior therapist. Our
programs are created through consultation with a BCBA.
Parent Programs:
At The Papillon Learning Centre we believe that in order to create effective and successful
programs everyone in the child’s life needs to be involved. We understand that sometimes
the learning process can be overwhelming, especially with the amount of information
available. For these reasons, we offer ‘parent programs’ that include a variety of different
programs to assist families in gaining knowledge, support and information they require.
We regularly offer informative information sessions on a variety of topics, such as:
Nutrition and health seminars, financial planning seminars, support groups, “coffee talk”
session where you can discuss and ask questions to professionals.
Additionally, we know that it is important for families to understand our teaching process,
and that everyone is on the same page therefore, we offer family training on our programs
and processes.
The Process:
Once you have made the decision to begin a program with The Papillon Learning Centre,
the process is as follows:
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1. Initial Consultation – this is a free consultation to determine the correct
programming for your child, as well as the general goals and targets. During the
initial consultation, schedules will be discusses, and all questions will be answered.
Families will be provided with the questionnaires to complete and general forms to
fill out.
2. Second Meeting – The program director will meet with the family again, to review
the goals, the contract and discuss any questions. At this meeting the child will also
need to be present. The program director will spend time with the child to develop
a relationship and observe. Depending on the programming, assessments may take
place as well.
3. Program Development – After the 2nd meeting, the program director will develop
the initial beginning programs tailored specifically for your child.
4. Program Begins – During the start of the program, reviews will be made and
programming will be adjusted as needed. The program will be consistently
supervised and therefore all changes will occur on a timely manner, if needed.
5. Parent Meetings – Depending on how many hours the program runs a week, will
determine how often there will be “team” meetings. At these meetings, all members
of the child’s team will be present. It is an opportunity to discuss the positives that
we see, as well as address any concerns or questions the families may have
regarding programming (or anything else). New goals can be set, and programs
may be changed/newly implemented.
6. Reviews – Contracts will run in 3-month intervals, and at that time can be renewed
and discussed.
Who is Eligible?
Although The Papillon Learning Centre specializes in teaching children with autism, all
children are welcome to learn and enjoy our centre. Our programs are effective teaching
and beneficial for each and every child. Any child requiring additional academic, social, or
life support can learn from our programs.
Initial Consultation Registration:
Name: __________________________________________________
Childs Name: ____________________________________________
Program interested in:
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____ specialized programs
____ school-enhancement programs
____ school-readiness programs
____ IBI Therapy
____creative arts
____ parent programs
____ social programs (3 Levels)
Date Interested to Start Programming:
Contact Information:
Phone number: ______________________________________
Email address: _______________________________________
Best way to contact: _____ phone
_____ email
Please complete registration form and send to The Papillon Learning Centre:
By Email:
[email protected]
By Mail:
4265 Sherwoodtowne Blvd., 3rd Floor, Mississauga Ontario, L4Z 1Y5
By Phone:
416-561-9784
Location:
4265 Sherwoodtowne Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario
L4Z 1Y5
Main Intersection: Highway 403 and Hurontario
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Point of Interest: Located across from the Square One Shopping Mall.
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8am – 8pm
8am – 6pm
9am – 4pm
* by appointment only.
Email address:
General inquiries:
Program Questions:
Business Questions:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Phone:
416-561-9784
Mailing Address:
4265 Sherwoodtowne Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario
L4Z 1Y5
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