- Description
- Adult Literacy Program
- One-on-One Tutoring Program
- detailed literacy assessment and learning plan based on needs and reading, writing, numeracy goals of learner
- tutoring provided by trained volunteers
- adult content, low literacy books and resources available for borrowing from lending library
- learner-tutor pairs receive ongoing staff support
- referrals to community partners to ensure learner needs are met
- Small Group Learning Program- facilitated by staff
- groups include pre-GED Preparation, Real-Life Writing, Aboriginal Writing, Numeracy, Workplace Communications, Cashier Training, Receptionist Training
- offered at Action Read or through community partners as feasible
- Computer Learning- training, support, workshops provided by staff- adaptive technology programs to overcome physical barriers and learning disabilities
- Northstar Digital Certification program
Family Literacy Read-Ins- children (ages birth-six) and parents or caregivers work together on early literacy skills
- activities include language games, quiet reading, group activities, storytelling, singing, puzzles
- Early Childhood Educators assist families to connect with other services and programs; provide information about developmental concerns; suggest inexpensive ways parents can promote early learning at home
- multiple community locations- see website for current information
- Eligibility
- Adult Program: 19+ years
Family Literacy Program: parents and children (birth to six years)
Residency Requirements: City of Guelph - Application Process
- Call or visit to arrange intake interview
- Office
- 519-836-2759
- Fax
- 519-836-7020
- Web Site
- Visit Website
- [email protected]
- Mailing Address
- 8 Cork St E
Guelph, ON, N1H 2W8
Canada - Languages
- English
- Contact
- Mira Clarke , Executive Director
- Fees
- None
- Documents Required
- No documents required
- Accessibility
- Fully Accessible ; Accessibility Entrance: 7 Church Lane, Guelph, ON N1H 2W6
- Topic(s)
- Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Copyright
- 211 Ontario North
- Last Updated On
- March 28, 2024
- Address
- 8 Cork St E
Guelph, ON, N1H 2W8
Cross street: Norfolk St and Cork St E.
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon9:30 am to 4:30 pmTue9:30 am to 4:30 pmWed9:30 am to 4:30 pmThu9:30 am to 4:30 pmFri9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Mon-Thu 9:30 am-4:30 pm * Fri 9:30 am-1 pm - Service Area(s)
- Guelph
