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Breaking Barriers: KGMS Champions Inclusive Education, Empowering Students with Learning Differences

Every child deserves a chance to thrive, and Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School (KGMS) stands as a beacon of hope for families navigating the challenges of learning differences. Located in North Vancouver, KGMS's mission is to empower diverse thinkers, build confidence and capability, and help students realize their dreams.

At KGMS, inclusivity isn't just a buzzword - it's a way of life. Here, students with a wide range of learning differences, from dyslexia and autism to ADHD, find the support and resources they need to unlock their full potential. Through personalized learning plans, a social-emotional learning curriculum, small class size, daily 1:1 orton-gillingham tutoring, and a co-teaching curriculum, KGMS is rewriting the narrative for these students, proving that with right support, anything is possible. 

Testimonial

For parents like Tony Gillian, whose daughter was struggling with learning how to read in Grade 1, KGMS has been nothing short of a revelation. "It became clear our daughter was not keeping up. My wife worked with her everyday, helping her practice for her spelling test at the end of the week, and each week, she failed her test, which reinforced that something was wrong. Our daughter really loves books, but she began to notice she was the only kid in her class who could not read. We watched her self-confidence and joy of learning wane," says. Gilligan. "We joined KGMS in 2022 for Grade 2. It is an amazing school that teaches kids with special brains, like our daughter's. They use a multisensory learning curriculum and it is a very special community. My wife and I no longer feel we have to fight for her needs, because they are being met at KGMS."

Community is a common theme at KGMS, which can be seen in classrooms filled with laughter and camaraderie. Students are encouraged to embrace their differences, to learn from one another, and to celebrate their successes, no matter how small. It's a philosophy that extends far beyond the walls of the school, shaping not just students' academic journeys but their entire lives.

As the demand for inclusive education continues to grow, KGMS's message is clear: every child deserves a chance to shine, regardless of their learning differences. And with the right support and resources, there's no limit to what they can achieve. In the halls of KGMS, the future is bright - not just for students with learning differences, but for all who believe in the power of education to change lives.

If you are interested in learning more about their specialized program and how they can support your child's educational journey, email [email protected] or call KGMS at 604-985-5224 to arrange a personalized tour of the school.