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.

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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.

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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.

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What We Offer

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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.

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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.

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