About Sparks Academy
Who We Are
Sparks Academy is a forward-thinking educational institute dedicated to inspiring creativity, critical thinking, and innovation in students aged 3-15. Located in Kerrisdale, Vancouver, our mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning while preparing students to tackle the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and creativity.
Why Families Trust Sparks Academy
A Learning Experience Like No Other
We believe education should be more just lessons and grades. That‘s why our programs are designed to:
Spark curiosity with real-world connections that make learning meaningful.
Encourage creativity and critical thinking through hands-on problem solving.
Equip students with the skills they need to innovate and thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our Philosophy
At Sparks Academy, our teaching philosophy revolves around our three pillars:
Inspiration: Capturing attention with engaging stories, questions, and real-world relevance.
Imagination: Encouraging students to think outside the box and explore limitless possibilities.
Innovation: Building resilience through reflection and iteration, turning ideas into impactful solutions.
What Makes Us Unique
The Sparks Academy Advantage
Real-World Connections: Our programs integrate practical skills like coding, teamwork, and critical thinking with real-world challenges like climate action, technological advancements, and social issues.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): We align our lessons with the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals to instill a sense of responsibility and empower students to make a positive impact on the world.
Hands-On Learning: From science experiments to engineering projects and robotics coding, students engage with activities that bring concepts to life.
What We Offer
A Comprehensive Curriculum
Aligned with the BC Curriculum and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), our programs combine a strong foundation with innovative approaches to learning. Each lesson incorporates:
Know-Do-Understand Model: Helping students grasp key concepts (Know), develop critical skills (Do), and build enduring understanding (Understand).
Problem-Solving Frameworks: Emphasizing science, engineering, and computational thinking to teach students how to tackle challenges effectively.
Age-Specific Learning
Ages 3-8: Foundational skills through play, puzzles, and storytelling.
Ages 9-12: Real-world challenges with introductory coding and engineering projects.
Ages 13-15: Advanced concepts like system design, optimization, and collaboration.
Our Commitment to Families
At Sparks Academy, we strive to:
Empower students to dream bigger and think smarter.
Foster creativity and resilience.
Prepare children for success in school, life, and the careers of tomorrow.
Ready to Join Us?
Discover the difference Sparks Academy can make in your child’s educational journey.