At Power of Words Academy, our mission is to enrich students with the skills they need to become effective, persuasive, and confident writers and public speakers. We provide a nurturing environment where young learners can flourish, developing communication skills that will benefit them for a lifetime.

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We are committed to cultivating the communication skills and creativity of students aged 5-14. Our diverse array of programs and camps is thoughtfully designed to inspire and empower, enhancing abilities in writing, public speaking, and critical thinking while ensuring a fun and engaging experience.

MARCH BREAK / SUMMER CAMPS AND COURSES

2025 March Break Camp [North York Campus Only]
Enroll in our dynamic March Break Camp at our North York location, where your child will participate in interactive activities that spark creativity and promote learning during the holiday break. Campers will engage in creative writing, drama, and collaborative projects, ensuring a fun-filled and enriching experience.

2024 Summer Camps and Courses [Available at North York and Mississauga Campuses and Online]
Join our vibrant summer camps and courses, designed to provide a spirited learning environment both in-person at our North York location and online. Students will explore various topics in creative writing, public speaking, and critical thinking, making for a memorable summer filled with discovery and growth.

SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS AND COURSES

Registration Now Open for the 2025/26 School Year!

Explore our exciting range of enriching programs designed to inspire and empower students:

• NEW! The Power of Early Reading and Writing Program [S-K and Grade 1]

• Enrichment Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program [Grades 2-8]

• English Prep Course for Entrance Exam Course [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCs] [Grades 5-7]

• Entrepreneurship Course [Grades 7-9]

• Prep for Grade 9 English Course [Grades 7-8]

Our programs are available both online, accommodating Eastern (EST) and Pacific (PT) time zones, utilizing the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Additionally, we provide in-person classes at our campuses in Markham, Mississauga, and North York, Ontario.

Join us at Power of Words Academy to enhance your child's educational journey and unlock their full potential!

EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF WORDS: ENROLL IN A FREE TRIAL CLASS!

Unlock your child's communication potential with a FREE 90-minute trial class at Power of Words Academy! This unique opportunity allows students to explore our centre, interact with our enthusiastic educators, and immerse themselves in our inspiring learning environment.

Trial classes are exclusively available from September to June for our Writing and Public Speaking program. While your child engages in enriching activities, we will provide you with an informative overview of the program and address any questions you may have.

Don’t miss out—register today and witness the transformative impact Power of Words Academy can have on your child's journey to becoming a confident communicator!

preparing students for success

Developing excellent communication skills is essential to effective leadership. At Power of Words, we offer a unique program that is stimulating and challenging, where your child will build the skills they need to master the art of writing and public speaking.

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small Class sizes

Your child will receive personal attention and ongoing feedback in a small class taught by a qualified teacher. Research shows that learning is maximized when student-to-teacher ratios are low. 

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free assessment/trial class

To learn more about our program, complete the booking form to schedule a free trial class or a free assessment (which will uncover critical information about your child’s reading comprehension and writing skills.)

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SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS/COURSES

READING COMPREHENSION, WRITING, PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE PROGRAM

Program Overview

Power of Words Academy is pleased to offer an enriching program focused on reading comprehension, writing, and public speaking for students in Grades 2-8. This comprehensive program is available both online and in-person at our Markham, Mississauga, and North York campuses. The sessions run from September 2025 to June 2026, with classes held once a week for 1.5 hours, designed to fit into students' busy schedules.

Program Cost

$2,000 ($100 due on registration and $1,900 payable in four installments throughout the school year)

Class Schedule

Markham Campus | Wednesdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)
Mississauga Campus | Tuesdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)
North York Campus | Wednesdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM; Thursdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM; Saturdays (10:00 AM to 11:30 AM)

Program Structure

Our program is thoughtfully divided into three main units:

1. Reading Comprehension and Summarizing Unit: Students will enhance their ability to examine texts by identifying and summarizing main ideas and key details.

2. Writing Unit: The curriculum covers the structure and techniques of writing four types of essays: expository, persuasive, comparative and contrast, and research essays.

3. Public Speaking and Debate Unit: Students will develop their speech-writing and delivery skills, along with learning essential debate techniques.

Additional Instruction
Each class includes a 20-minute segment focusing on the foundational aspects of writing, such as vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure. During this time, students will participate in mini-lessons and utilize the Language Power Now workbooks.

We look forward to guiding your child through a transformative educational journey that will enhance their communication skills and confidence.

NEW! THE POWER OF EARLY READING AND WRITING PROGRAM

Program Overview

Power of Words Academy is thrilled to launch our new Power of Early Reading and Writing Program, tailored for young learners in Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2. This engaging program runs from September 2025 to June 2026, offered exclusively in-person at our North York campus. Each session is 45 minutes long, designed to provide a consistent and nurturing learning environment.

Program Cost

$1,500 ($100 due on registration and $1,400 payable in four installments throughout the school year)

Class Schedule

North York Campus | Wednesdays (5:30 PM to 6:15 PM and 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM)
North York Campus | Saturdays (10:00 AM to 10:45 AM and 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM)

Program Highlights

With a favorable teacher-student ratio of 1:6, your child will receive personalized attention from experienced educators certified by the Ontario College of Teachers, using research-based Science of Reading pedagogy. Our intensive instruction focuses on foundational reading and writing skills, employing evidence-based strategies tailored for young learners. Regular assessments will monitor each student’s progress, ensuring they develop essential literacy skills for future success.

Aligned with the Ontario curriculum, The Power of Early Reading and Writing Program sets a solid literacy foundation, guiding young learners toward confident reading and writing. Enroll your child today to equip them with the necessary tools for future academic success. We look forward to nurturing their love for literacy and learning!

ENGLISH PREP COURSE FOR ENTRANCE EXAM [SSAT, ISEE, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]

Program Overview

Power of Words Academy offers an 8-week English Prep Course designed for students in Grades 5 to 7, focusing on all aspects of the SSAT and ISEE entrance exams. This course runs from September 2025 to November 2025 and is available exclusively online or in-person at our North York Campus.

Program Cost: $700

Class Schedule

North York Campus - Wednesdays (5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Course Structure

This comprehensive course will familiarize students with the verbal, reading, and essay components of the SSAT and ISEE exams.

• Verbal and Reading Comprehension: Students will learn about the various types of questions they'll encounter in these sections. Each type will be clearly explained, with ample practice opportunities provided under timed conditions.

• Test-Taking Strategies: Students will gain critical strategies for tackling the SSAT/ISEE exams, alongside essential time management skills to help maximize their test scores.

• Vocabulary Development: Access to proven resources will help build students’ vocabulary, which is crucial for improving overall test performance. This course also serves as valuable preparation for the English components of MaCS, TOPS, and IB programs.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP COURSE

Program Overview

This 14-week course is designed to give students in Grades 7 to 9 an introduction to Business English. The course runs from October 2025 to January 2026. The lessons are led by qualified teachers, and classes are interactive. There is a maximum of 12 students per class, and the program is offered online (via Zoom and Google Classroom) or in-person at our North York Campus.

Program Cost: $750

Class Schedule

North York Campus - Thursdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)
Virtual Campus - Wednesdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)

Course Structure

The course comprises three main units:

1. Business Letters: Writing letters introduces students to business communications and builds their confidence before they write reports. This unit focuses on business-related correspondence, with each lesson featuring letters written from different perspectives (e.g., a business owner providing product information, a reader commenting on a business-related item in the media).

2. Report Writing: Report writing can be daunting for students with limited experience in the business world. Each lesson will incorporate fundamentals such as sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship. To facilitate interest, students will create their own “business,” tailoring common report writing assignments to their specific venture, requiring them to engage in research.

3. Presentation Tools and Skills: A significant part of real-world business involves presentation and promotion. In this unit, students will create sales and marketing campaigns for their “companies.” They will also develop and practice essential skills in using technology for effective presentations.

Cumulative Project
As a major final project, students will “introduce” their product to the world as outlined in the Cumulative Project. This presentation will encompass all aspects of the final unit, involving in-person oral communication, the use of various presentation technologies, and a website created for their business.

PREPARATION FOR GRADE 9 ENGLISH COURSE

Program Overview

Power of Words Academy offers a 14-week Preparation for Grade 9 English course aimed at students in Grades 7 to 8. This course runs from February 2025 to May 2025 and is available both online and in-person at our North York Campus, designed to equip students with the fundamental skills necessary for success in the Grade 9 English Curriculum.

Program Cost: $750

Class Schedule

North York Campus - Thursdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)
Virtual Campus - Wednesdays (6:00 PM to 7:30 PM)

Course Structure

Led by qualified teachers in interactive sessions, the program has a maximum of 12 students per class and covers the following four main units:

1. Short Stories: Students will analyze three short stories, focusing on key elements such as plot, theme, and character development.

2. Novel Study: A short novel will be assigned at the start of the course, serving as the focal point of this unit. Students will engage in in-depth analysis, culminating in an Independent Study Unit (ISU) that includes both written and oral components.

3. Poetry: This unit will explore figurative language and analytical concepts, enhancing students' appreciation and understanding of poetry.

4. Advanced Essay Writing: Building on previous skills learned in other courses, this unit will focus on writing a Literary Essay of 500-600 words, based on topics related to the novel studied in the Novel Study unit.

Independent Study Unit (ISU)
At the beginning of the course, students will select from a choice of novels for their ISU. Activities will include:

• Summary notes on plot, character, and theme.

• Creating a poem that illustrates a theme from their chosen novel.

• Designing an interactive activity to engage the class about their novel.

• Delivering an oral presentation to share insights from their chosen book.

SUMMER CAMPS / COURSES

Register today and give your kids a fun summer experience while learning something new and making new friends. We offer the following camps and courses during the summer:

• Creative Writing and Drama Using Tech Camps [Ages 6-14]

• Creative Writing and Debate Camps [Ages 10-14]

• Enrichment Writing Courses [Grades 2-8]

• Public Speaking Courses [Grades 2-8]

• English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCs] Course [Grades 6-8]

• Prep for Grade 9 English Course [Grades 7-8]

Summer camps and courses are offered online [delivered using the Zoom Platform and Google Classroom] and in-person at North York Campus. We are also thrilled to announce that summer camps will be hosted at our Mississauga Campus in August 2025. Don’t miss out on the fun and learning—sign up today!

MARCH BREAK CAMPS

Register today and give your kids a fun summer experience while learning something new and making new friends. We offer the following camps at our North York Campus (located at 230 The Donway West) during March Break:

• Creative Writing and Drama Using Tech Camps [Ages 6-14]

• Creative Writing and Debate Camps [Ages 10-14]

March Break Camps are offered in-person at our North York Campus located at 230 The Donway West (Don Mills and Lawrence).

Testimonials

The Our Kids review of Power of Words Academy
As workplaces become more collaborative, the ability to clearly express ideas is, perhaps more than ever before, a core skill across all areas of interest. No matter how good an idea is, if it can’t be expressed effectively, it risks being lost in the shuffle of a very busy world. Likewise, the old saw is as true now as it ever was: great stories happen to those who can tell them. That’s the point where Power of Words begins, namely that student success is tied to effective written and verbal communication. It’s also about finding a bit of joy in there as well—debate is a growing area of interest in the public and private school sectors, not only because it’s important, but also because it’s fun. Power of Words offers afterschool and weekend sessions throughout the year to give students a chance to grow their skills in a supportive, dedicated environment. In addition, the summer sessions offer opportunities to drill down on debate and language skills, offering some variety to the season’s activities while also helping with the summer lull in academic work. While some programs aim at the high school level, the Power of Words session allow younger students to get their feet wet, which is a draw for many of the families that enroll.

Power of Words Academy moves to Online Virtual Classrooms - Testimonial (Parent)

So impressed with the service and offering by Power of Words Academy especially through this challenging time. They offered their programs online in a small group setting and my child really enjoyed the Debate Camp. He was highly engaged and found it to be interactive, fun and inclusive. All of the technology worked without issue and the teachers did a great job keeping the campers motivated and enthusiastic. Thanks Power of Words.

Power of Words Academy moves to Online Virtual Classrooms - Testimonial (Parent)

I kept hearing great things about Power of Words from so many other parents in my neighbourhood so enrolling my son was an easy decision. We just started the summer enrichment program and it's been such a worthwhile experience already - my son is actively engaged in the virtual classes, he's picking up new concepts quickly, and the teacher is amazing - her lessons are well-planned, she provides timely & relevant feedback, and cares about the success of her students. Highly recommend for parents who are looking to fill in learning gaps and give their kids a boost when it comes to language comprehension, writing and speaking skills.

Power of Words Academy moves to Online Virtual Classrooms - Testimonial (Parent)

My daughter ---- is in the grade 2-3 group with Lithiya. I need to let you know what a wonderful job I feel she is doing with this young group. I’m not sure if she is a teacher in the school system, but her ability to capture their attention for 2 hours is unreal. I wasn’t sure what type of program this would be when I registered her, and I didn’t quite understand what ----- would get out of this course. I’ve been so pleasantly surprised with the outcome of this course, and the way it is being taught. I honestly feel that Lithiya should teach countless teachers how to teach a class with zoom. It’s an art that many teachers can not master. I feel she has complete control of her class, or so it seems to me, and the children seem to be very motivated. The reason why my daughter is interested and eager to improve, is because of the method of this teacher. ---- is able to ask as many questions as she needs, as there is an open dialogue of discussion, and she’s encouraged by the other children (and her teacher) to focus and work. The struggles ----- faced with the March-June shut down was because she didn’t have the constant access to her teacher (and questions) as she does now with this course. Usually ----- isn’t motivated with English, and writing was her weak point. With this course, I don’t need to beg her to do the homework and she is excited and proud with the stories she is creating. I’m not sure if all your staff are like Lithiya, but from what I can see, she is so motivating, respectful, creative and very kind. I love how she praises the kids and is excited when they get the answers correct. Thank you for providing this course to these kids in the summer time. I am quite sure that once this course is complete we will register her for another one when time allows.

Power of Words Academy moves to Online Virtual Classrooms - Testimonial (Parent)

Hafsa and team, I just wanted to send an email that my daughter, ------, is finishing debate camp today. I have to say that she was truly reluctant to join this camp but I asked her to try it out for me. I'm delighted to say that she really found the camp enjoyable, lots of laughter and smiles every day with the activities that were planned, including allowing them to choose what topics to debate, playing Spyfall, and learning about some introductory concepts in debate. Thanks for running a great camp.

Power of Words Academy moves to Online Virtual Classrooms - Testimonial (Parent)

Just checking in and wanted to thank you and Ms Clements for the wonderful opportunity to learn grammar and practice writing these past few weeks. During this pandemic and chaos, it is so great to have a place twice weekly where ----- is actually sitting in front of an instructor and peers in a more structured way.

The speeches were fantastic!  Thank you for all your hard work and dedication throughout the year. 

Testimonial (Parent)

It is really wonderful to see all the progress and confidence ——- has gained since May last year.  I'm not sure if he mentioned it to you but he was voted as his class valedictorian at Windfields (due to the pandemic, each class voted for their own valedictorian).  He gave a speech to his class with four other nominees and the class voted for him!  We were ecstatic to find out that he had the confidence to submit a speech and present it to the class.  He's come a long way!  It's a great start to high school!

Testimonial (Parent)

As the year ends I wanted to thank you for this amazing program!  —— really enjoyed the class but even more so I am so impressed with what he has learned this year.  So much so, we have registered him and his younger sister for next year as well! I have also shared the info with some of the moms I know because I have been raving about POW to them!   Mr. Pilli is amazing - please let him know we think he is wonderful with the kids! Thank you again for everything!  We are looking forward to the next school year with you!

Our locations

POwer of words - NORTH YORK Campus

Donway United Church
230 The Donway West (Don Mills & Lawrence)

(647) 285-4499

power of words - markham campus

Peoples Christian Academy
245 Renfrew Drive (Highway 7 & Woodbine)

power of words - Mississauga north campus

Trinity Church Streetsville
69 Queen Street South (Mississauga Road & Britannia Road West)