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LDS - Learn. Develop. Succeed. LDS is a growing, innovative, research-based nonprofit charity.

We serve children, youth, and adults with diagnosed or suspected learning differences like ADHD and dyslexia. We offer individualized, evidence-based programs that target each student’s learning needs. These programs are available throughout BC online, in our Learning Centres, at schools, and in our mobile classroom. Giving students the support they need when they need it leads to better life and learning outcomes. We provide affordable programs so that all students can get the expert instruction they need. LDS students are developing confidence, meeting goals and realizing their full potential.

09/10/2026

We love books at Lightwell Learning 📚✨

Here's a great book for teens about belonging and found family from our Admissions Coordinator, Erin Spooner: "The House in the Cerulean Sea" 🌊🏠 by TJ Klune — a q***r author.

Find it at your local library, like Vancouver Public Library

Stay tuned for more reading recs coming your way 📖

***rya

08/10/2026

Instead of asking: "How much screen time is my child getting?"

Ask: "What is my child doing on the screen?"

Live online learning is:

🛋️ More comfortable: Learning in a familiar home environment can help learners stay regulated and reduces transition time

💪 Independence-building: Live online learning provides opportunities to develop executive functioning skills, such as logging in on time and being organized for class

🎯 Individualized: Educators can adapt and personalize instruction as they go

🌐 Accessible: All you need is an internet connection

Learn more about the benefits of live online learning: https://lightwelllearning.ca/articles/live-online-learning-vs-screen-time-what-parents-of-neurodivergent-learners-need-to-know/

06/10/2026

October is and we'd like to clear some things up!

❌ MYTH: ADHD is a laziness problem.
✅ FACT: ADHD is neurodevelopmental. In fact, it's about as hereditable as height!

❌ MYTH: People with ADHD can't ever focus.
✅ FACT: ADHD'ers can ! ADHD isn't exactly a deficit in attention—it's more about regulating attention.

❌ MYTH: ADHD is a boy problem.
✅ FACT: Girls and women can have ADHD, but they're often diagnosed later than boys.

❌ MYTH: There's nothing good about ADHD.
✅ FACT: ADHD'ers have many strengths, and with the right supports, they can thrive.

Sources: Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada - CADDAC, Child Mind Institute

05/10/2026

At Lightwell Learning, we love the way engages learners with points, rewards, and competition. makes learning fun, but it's not a perfect method.

If you have a gamer and/or want to explore Gamified Learning, consider...

✅ Not relying only on games—pair games with explicit instruction
✅ Choosing games that encourage deep, strategic thinking
✅ Regularly checking up on your learners' progress
✅ Assigning games for home practice
✅ Considering non-digital games (eg., board games!)

Learn more about Gamified Learning: https://youtu.be/sPX5IboEN2M?si=HEPYCKQwGPV8uqU3

What learning games have YOU used?

02/10/2026

🍎 Hey, educators!

With 55+ years in specialized education, Lightwell Learning has worked with *a lot* of learning tools. And it's time we share what we've learned.

We're launching a new video series: Learning Tools for Learning Differences

We'll talk about what works (and for whom), pros and cons, best practices, and more.

▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel to follow the series: https://www.youtube.com/

01/10/2026

Have you heard about Early RISErs? ☀️

It's our early years program bringing together learners aged 3-6, caregivers, and early childhood experts such as Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Occupational Therapists (OTs). Early RISErs is:

🏡 Family-centred, child-led, and play-based
💡 Research-informed and evidence-based
🤝 Personalized with a 1:2 staff-to-learner ratio

Our fall cohort starts Oct 17, so apply today: https://lightwelllearning.ca/program-service/early-risers/ (Note: generous sliding scale fees available)

29/09/2026

Student Learning Plan (SLP)...or Individual Education Plan (IEP)? 📚🍎

These terms may sound similar, but there are important differences.

If you have a child who needs extra support and your school tells you that they need a "learning plan," ask:

💬 What type of plan is this, what will it help my child with, and how will we know if it's working?

Learn more: https://lightwelllearning.ca/articles/understanding-learning-plans-in-bc-slps-and-ieps/

*We prefer not to use these terms at Lightwell Learning; however, these are terms used by the province of British Columbia.

25/09/2026

Did you know? We have tons of amazing books at Lightwell Learning 📚 Here are some favourites from one of our instructors, McRae.

DK Eyewitness books are perfect for:
🎨 Learners who aren't heavy readers and appreciate lots of visuals
🔬 Learners interested in science
👥 Learners of all ages!

Books shown in this video:
"Matter" by Christopher Cooper
"Light" by David Burne

Stay tuned for more reading recs coming your way!

24/09/2026

Lightwell Learning is hiring instructors for K-12 and adults! Positions available:

💻 LIVE ONLINE / REMOTE: One-to-One Inclusive Education Instructor - Part-time
🏙️ VANCOUVER: One-to-One Inclusive Education Instructor - Part-time
🏔️ NORTH VANCOUVER: One-to-One Inclusive Education Instructor - Part-time
🏫 IN-SCHOOL PLACEMENT (Vancouver): One-to-One Inclusive Education Instructor - Part-time
🛠️ VANCOUVER / REMOTE: One-to-One Instructor (Adult & Trades Programming) - Contract

Work for a mission-driven, inclusive organization dedicated to supporting individuals with learning and brain-based differences. Learn more: lightwelllearning.ca

23/09/2026

We have a new name. Built on 55+ years of believing that learners deserve better.

Did you know that we were established in 1970 by a group of concerned parents? Since then, we've served countless learners and families. In the past decade alone, we:

✅ Launched province-wide live online learning
✅ Launched a mobile classroom to further expand access
✅ Collaborated with the University of Waterloo on social robotics
✅ Became a Living Wage Employer
✅ Launched our inaugural RISE to the Top event

Learn more about Lightwell's history here: https://lightwelllearning.ca/about-us/our-history/

Address

3292 E Broadway

V5M1Z8

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 19:30
Tuesday	09:00 - 19:30
Wednesday	09:00 - 19:30
Thursday	09:00 - 19:30
Friday	09:00 - 19:30
Saturday	09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+16048738139

Website

http://www.lightwelllearning.ca/

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