Arrowsmith Program

Escuela de idiomas Hispano Americano

Toronto Academy of Acting for Film and Television
866 The Queensway

We believe in human potential & understand that the brain can change at any age.

The Arrowsmith Program is founded on neuroscience research and over 40 years of experience, demonstrating that it is possible for students to strengthen the weak cognitive capacities underlying their learning difficulties through a program of specific cognitive exercises. The Arrowsmith Program is founded on two lines of research, one of which established that different areas of the brain working

together are responsible for complex mental activities, such as reading or writing, and that a weakness in one area can affect a number of different learning processes. The other line of research investigated the principle of neuroplasticity, which is the ability of the brain to physically change in response to stimulus and activity, to develop new neuronal/synaptic interconnections and thereby develop and adapt new functions and roles believed to be the physical mechanism of learning. Neuroplasticity refers to structural and functional changes in the brain that are brought about by training and experience. Neuroscience research is leading to new insights into the ways in which the brain changes in response to experience, and research points to the conclusion that the brain is not static, but rather is dynamically changing and undergoes such changes throughout one's entire life. The Arrowsmith Program identifies, intervenes and strengthens the weak cognitive capacities that affect learning. Students can capitalize on their increased learning capacities and, after a three or four-year program, can function without special education assistance or program accommodations. The Arrowsmith Program is suitable for students across the broad spectrum of mild to severe learning problems, plus students seeking cognitive enhancement. Our program has proven to be effective for students with difficulty reading, writing and mathematics, comprehension, logical reasoning, problem-solving, visual and auditory memory, non-verbal learning, attention, processing speed and dyslexia. Students with learning disabilities have traditionally been treated with programs designed to compensate for their difficulties - students who have difficulty with handwriting, for example, would be taught to use a keyboard or accommodated with more time to write exams. The goal of the Arrowsmith Program, by contrast, is to help students strengthen the weak cognitive capacities underlying their learning dysfunctions. The Arrowsmith Program deals with the root causes of the learning disability rather than managing its symptoms. The Arrowsmith Program is capacity-based in that it changes the capacity of the individual to learn, rather than compensatory, which tries to work around the problem. Strengthening these weaker capacities increases the overall functioning of these specific cognitive areas allowing them to be used effectively for learning. The Arrowsmith Program has proven successful with students in elementary and secondary school to post-secondary school and adults. Elementary and secondary school students return to a full academic curriculum at their appropriate grade level following the completion of a three or four-year program. Our goal is for our students to become effective, confident and self-directed learners for life and to enable them to achieve their goals of academic and career success. You may read more about the development of the Arrowsmith methodology in the book “The Woman Who Changed Her Brain by Barbara Arrowsmith-Young. The Arrowsmith Program identifies areas of learning strength and weakness through careful assessment and then designs a program of individualized exercises for each student to target their precise areas of weakness. As well as providing the Arrowsmith Program of cognitive exercises, Arrowsmith Program provides a comprehensive teacher training course, continuing professional development, year-round support for all Arrowsmith Program classroom teachers, a detailed web-based assessment for all students and ongoing monitoring and supervision of student progress over the internet and liaison with Arrowsmith Program Coordinators during the school year. You may read more about the learning dysfunctions that this program addresses and their symptoms by visiting the Description of Learning Dysfunctions Addressed on our website and learn more about our methodology in the Methodology section. Our program pricing starts at $500 a month, with a variety of program offerings available at different pricing levels.

08/11/2026

A great summer read for anyone fascinated by the brain and the possibilities of learning.

Barbara Arrowsmith-Young’s inspiring story of curiousity, resilience, and neuroplasticity reminds us that every brain has the capacity to learn, adapt, and develop.

08/10/2026

When a student struggles to focus, keep up, or follow through, it is not always about effort.

Sometimes, learning feels heavy because the cognitive functions behind attention, memory, and understanding need support.

Arrowsmith helps students strengthen the brain capacities that learning depends on, so they can build confidence and move forward with greater ease.
Look deeper with Arrowsmith.

08/06/2026

In an AI world, attention matters more than ever.

Attention is often discussed as a matter of engagement, motivation, or distraction. But attention is deeper than that. It depends on the brain’s ability to process information, regulate competing demands, sustain effort, and remain engaged through complexity.

As AI becomes more integrated into education, students will need more than access to information. They will need the cognitive capacity to think critically, ask meaningful questions, make connections, exercise judgment, and apply knowledge wisely.
Our latest article explores the cognitive foundations of attention, why inattention is often misunderstood, and why strengthening the brain’s capacity to learn is essential for the future of education.

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4xuy9eG

08/04/2026

A must read for those in education-
Paul LeBlanc's book, The University in an AI World.

The conversation about AI in education shouldn't begin with technology at all.

It should begin with the human mind—and how we help it reach its fullest potential.

About the Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/reclaiming-purpose-paul-leblanc/1149452470?ean=9781394407477

07/27/2026

We're delighted to welcome Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (Rales JFS) to the Arrowsmith community as they launch their first Arrowsmith Program in Boca Raton this summer.

For decades, Rales JFS has supported children, adults, and families through a wide range of innovative programs and services. This summer, they'll expand those offerings by introducing the Arrowsmith Program.

Welcome to the Arrowsmith community, Rales JFS! We look forward to supporting you and celebrating the impact your team will make.

07/22/2026

Everyone is focused on Artificial Intelligence. But on World Brain Day, let’s talk about the original source: Human Intelligence.

The future won't belong simply to those with the best AI tools but to those with the cognitive capacity to use them—people who can think critically, reason deeply, and solve novel problems.

Which means the most crucial investment we can make today isn't just in technology—it's in the human brain's power to adapt, change, and grow.

Read the full blog to learn more about the connection between AI, learning, and human cognitive capacity.
https://bit.ly/4wRTJsV

07/20/2026

Some moments stay with you long after an event is over...like at last month's Brain Changes Initiative Brain Summit event, when Julie Bednarski stepped onto the stage to introduce our founder, Barbara Arrowsmith Young. Julie, CEO and founder of her own company, shared her story of being a young student at Arrowsmith's flagship school in Toronto. Julie offered a message to families: the greatest gift we can give a child is not academic success but to experience the joy that comes from discovering their own potential.

Today, Julie is a successful entrepreneur leading a thriving company, Healthy Crunch.

Thank you, Julie, for so generously sharing your journey and for inspiring the next generation to believe in what's possible.

07/14/2026

When 70% of U.S. fourth graders are struggling to read, it's easy to blame the schools. But the truth is deeper. Reading is an intense mental workout. If the underlying cognitive "muscles" are weak, reading is frustrating and exhausting for our kids.

If we want to fix reading scores, we have to look beyond the classroom and help our kids build the mental foundations they need to succeed.

Check out the latest blog post on this issue-
https://bit.ly/4f23XBd

07/11/2026

We're excited to welcome LD&ME to the Arrowsmith network of providers!

Dedicated to helping individuals build confidence in learning and reach their potential, LD&ME's commitment to personalized support makes them a wonderful addition to our growing community.

We look forward to supporting their team as they bring cognitive training and the science of neuroplasticity to more learners and families.

Welcome, LD&ME!
https://bit.ly/4aEM4pu

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Telephone

+14169634962

Website

https://www.arrowsmith.ca/, https://school.arrowsmith.ca/

Address

245 St Clair Avenue West
Toronto, ON
M4V1R3

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm