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Classroom Compass

This group is designed for students registered in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) who would benefit from support with personal and educational transitions, such as, between classes, grades, or moving to a new school.

Activities focus on practicing and generalizing existing skills to foster cooperation with peers, flexibility with new school experiences, enhancing social skills and practicing strategies to support self-regulation.

Registration for the fall semester is now open!

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Is this program right for your child?

Your child may be a good fit if they:

Are registered in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).
Currently are enrolled and actively attending school within the Peel or Halton regions between grades 1-6
Interact and fully participate safely with themselves and others in a group environment
Engage in a variety of activities and follow routines with minimal support
Would benefit from extra opportunities to:
- Initiate and maintain conversations with peers
- Practice sharing ideas, collaborating and problem solving with peers
- Enhance flexibility adjusting to new experiences or school-related transitions
- Practice emotional regulation skills to support independent coping and self-advocacy

Schedule

The Fall 2026 semester will take place at our Mississauga location.

	ErinoakKids Mississauga
Dates:	Tuesdays September 29 - November 17
Times:	Primary Group (Grades 1-3) 5 PM - 6:15 PM Junior Group (Grades 4-6) 5 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost:	Free. This program is a Foundational Service of the Ontario Autism Program.

Register

Registration for the fall semester is now open

A screening process, including the evaluation of prerequisite skills, is required for group participation.

To register, please contact Taylor:
Taylor Belluomini, Clinical Supervisor
905-855-2690 (ext. 2603)

Please note: Eligibility will be determined through a screening process including the evaluation of prerequisite skills required for group participation.

Students may attend one semester one time based on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on availability and program capacity

Space is limited. Registration will close when capacity is reached.