How nature nurtures mindfulness in kids

In our increasingly digital world, kids are constantly processing and navigating streams of information. While the digital age has opened up information sharing, communication and broken down geographical barriers, it has also led to a decline in mindfulness. With entertainment [...]

2026-08-31T10:18:50-07:00March 12th, 2025|Our Approach|

Tailored for success: 5 ways personalized learning makes a difference

In an environment geared towards personalized learning, children take the lead to create their own unique blueprint for learning. Their learning path is built around their unique interests, curiosities and passions—allowing them to stay engaged and excited about discovery. Learning [...]

2026-08-31T10:18:50-07:00March 5th, 2025|Our Approach|

5 ways to get peer-to-peer interaction as a home learner

As a home-learning parent, coming up with ways for your child to be able to interact with others sometimes takes creativity and thinking outside the box. Peer-to-peer interaction is a huge part of social, cognitive and emotional development. It helps [...]

2026-08-31T10:18:50-07:00February 5th, 2025|Our Approach|

How to keep the joy of learning alive this summer

The summer holiday is the perfect time for fun, relaxation and a break from routine. It’s also prime time for exploration and discovery, and new learning opportunities! Rather than letting education take a backseat, summer provides a unique opportunity to [...]

2026-08-31T11:16:28-07:00July 11th, 2024|HomeLearners Network, Our Approach|

Summer camps and activities for Home Learners!

The buzz of summer vacation is here! A favourite time of year for many kiddos, summer is revered as the perfect time to explore, create, be social and spontaneous. It’s also full of opportunities to keep learning! HomeLearners Network (HLN) [...]

2026-08-31T11:16:28-07:00June 12th, 2024|HomeLearners Network, Our Approach|

Our in-house therapists support learners and families on their SelfDesign journeys

​​When our learners find that they’re having difficulties keeping up with or managing their learning, SelfDesign is there to help. Every learner enrolled with SelfDesign® Learning Community can be referred by their learning consultant for support, if needed, from our [...]

2026-08-31T11:16:28-07:00June 5th, 2024|Parents/Guardians, Our Approach|

Why mindfulness and meditation are important skills to add to your kid’s toolbox

Mindfulness and meditation are often thought of as practices for adults. With hectic lives full of busy schedules and stressful challenges, it's no wonder so many people use these tools to keep them grounded. But did you know that mindfulness [...]

2026-08-31T11:16:29-07:00May 8th, 2024|HomeLearners Network, Our Approach|

SelfDesign uses learner feedback to improve offerings and optimize the learning experience

Part 4 in our series on how we seek out and apply continuous learning and continuous improvement to all aspects of SelfDesign   When SelfDesign designed a new math offering for learners in grades 8 and 9 in 2022, our [...]

2026-08-31T11:17:04-07:00May 1st, 2024|Our Approach|

5 benefits of music and movement for kids

Music and movement are powerful catalysts for your kids' growth and development! When incorporated into learning, they foster personal expression, confidence, creativity, collaboration, memory building and so much more. They can also spark an appreciation for the arts that transcends [...]

Grade 9 to 12 learners can turn to SelfDesign resource room for extra support in their learning

Grades 10 to 12 at SelfDesign are flexible and customizable, in keeping with our learner-centered approach to learning. We provide a comprehensive, theme- and relationship-based approach to high school that aligns fully with the BC Ministry of Education and Child [...]

2026-08-31T11:17:05-07:00April 3rd, 2024|Our Approach|
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