The Learning Hive

04/22/2026

We have so much planned for our students today - we can barely contain our excitement 🌏🌍🌎

Happy Earth Day!

Illustration for “Do You Want to Be My Friend?”, published in 1971

02/16/2026

We’re still smiling over this one 💛

The Gale Group Fundraiser Golf Tournament was more than just a fun day. It was a room full of people who supported our mission to support children's confidence and create a place where learning feels safe.

Because of our sponsors, volunteers, families, and participants, we were able to fully fund new teaching technology for our students. These tools will be used every single day, helping children see, understand, and engage with their learning in ways that truly meet them where they are.

To every business who sponsored, every golfer who played, and every person who quietly helped behind the scenes, thank you. You didn’t just support an event. You supported real kids, real growth, and real confidence.

We are incredibly grateful to be part of a community that shows up for children like this.

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02/13/2026

Sometimes parents notice it before anyone else. Something feels harder for your child, but you can’t quite explain why.

Often the signs show up long before grades do. We’ve shared a new blog on early warning signs and what they can mean.

Read more here: https://www.learninghive.ca/buzz-blog/early-signs-a-child-may-be-struggling-in-school-before-report-cards-show-it

02/12/2026

We love marking the seasons with the kids, and spring always feels like a happy one.

Our Spring Fling is a gentle, joy-filled morning for little ones and an energetic afternoon adventure for older children. Expect crafts, games, story time, and a cheerful egg hunt designed just for their age group.

Families are welcome to choose the session that fits their child best. We would love to see you there.

Registration is open!

https://www.learninghive.ca/shop/p/5bvrnqp3ktr6dwgl6o5tasb5lxmrhs

02/06/2026

Thinking ahead to fall? We are too.

Registration for The Learning Hive Academy is now open for September.

Our program is academically strong, gentle in approach, and designed for children who thrive with thoughtful pacing, clear instruction, and meaningful relationships.

Tours and trial days are now booking.

To learn more visit: https://www.learninghive.ca/academy

02/04/2026

Not all learning struggles are about effort.

Some children are trying incredibly hard, yet reading, writing, or schoolwork still feels exhausting. One often overlooked piece of the puzzle is visual processing, how the brain makes sense of what the eyes see.

We shared a new blog this week that takes a closer look at visual processing and how it can impact learning, especially reading. If you’ve ever wondered why school feels harder for some kids, this may offer clarity and reassurance.

🔗 https://www.learninghive.ca/buzz-blog/visual-processing-and-learning-what-parents-need-to-know

02/03/2026

Writing and reading are deeply connected. Practising letter formation helps children build the foundations they need for both reading and written expression. As children learn to form letters accurately and automatically, they free up mental energy for decoding, spelling, and making meaning from text.

01/27/2026

In a world of typing and spellcheck, it’s easy to wonder whether handwriting still matters. Handwriting isn’t about perfect penmanship. It’s about building the brain connections that support spelling, sentence formation, and clear communication. Even in a digital world, these foundations still matter.

01/25/2026

Summer at a glance!

01/16/2026

We’re excited to officially announce Gale Group Realty Brokerage Ltd. as the Title Sponsor of our Family Day Indoor Golf Tournament.

Thanks to their generous support, this Family Day event will bring our community together for a relaxed day of indoor golf, games, prizes, and connection at FORE! Oxford, while supporting educational programming and resources for children in Oxford County.

We’re grateful to Gale Group for investing in local families and helping make this fundraiser possible.

📅 Monday, February 16
⛳ $380 per team, includes 18 holes and lunch
📍 FORE! Oxford, 972 Dundas Street
🎉 Prizes and giveaways throughout the day

Register here: https://forms.gle/SMQo5kNUbWqoTVzR7

And if you'd like to contribute to this event, review our package options here: https://www.learninghive.ca/golf-sponsorship