Winter Programs for Neurodivergent Kids at West Coast Centre For Learning
Registration Now Open!
Start the New Year with Confidence.
Our Winter 2026 Programs give neurodivergent children and young adults a place to grow skills, build friendships, and thrive. Backed by evidence-based methods and caring professionals, each program is designed to meet your child where they are — and help them move forward with success.
Looking for support but not sure where to start? Let’s talk.
We’ll guide you through our FREE three-step intake process: Assessment, Consultation, and a Personalized Program. No need to choose a program yet — we’ll help you determine the best fit during your consultation.
Book your consultation now to register before programs begin in January.
- Autism (ASD)
- ADD/ADHD
- Learning Disabilities
- Dyslexia
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Executive Functioning
- Working Memory
- Social Skills
- Auditory Processing
- Communication
- Motor Coordination
- Reading Delays
- Social & Emotional Difficulties
- Attention
- Language
- Anxiety
- Cognition
- Home Learners
Why Winter Is a Great Time to Start
January can be a challenging month for neurodivergent learners. Routines shift after the holidays, academic demands increase quickly, and social or emotional struggles often resurface.
A personalized winter program can help your child regain confidence, rebuild routines, and enter the new year feeling supported and ready to thrive.
“Thank you for teaching us these extremely useful social skills. It has really been helpful not just for my teen, but for me as well.”
— Parent of a teen in PEERS®
Preschool Social Skills & Early Learning (Ages 3–6)
PEERS for Preschoolers
Ages 4-6 | Online Program
A parent-based program that teaches caregivers how to support their child's social-emotional development through weekly online lessons. Parents learn to coach essential friendship skills at home using role-play, puppet shows, and expert guidance from Dr. Danielle Desfossés, PhD in social emotional learning and executive functioning.
Winter 2026 Details:
- 16 weekly parent sessions (90 minutes each)
- Delivered online for accessibility
- Evidence-based curriculum
Confidence & Emotional Skills for Kids (Ages 6–12)
Secret Agent Society (SAS)
Ages 8-12 | In-Person & Online Options
A spy-themed social skills program that helps children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, or social-emotional challenges build real-life friendship and emotion regulation skills through fun "missions." Includes wrap-around parent and teacher support with gamified learning.
Winter 2026 Options:
- In-Person - Choose Wednesdays or Saturdays: Jan 7 to Mar 11 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM || Jan 10 to Mar 21 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Surrey, BC Registration closed
- Online Wednesdays: Jan 7 to Mar 11 | 4:30 – 6:00 PM PT
NEW VANCOUVER LOCATION – In-Person (Details TBD):
Pilot location added for Winter 2026.
Register for SAS
THRIVE ADHD + Me
Ages 6-12 | In-Person Program
A fitness-based ADHD program for kids and their siblings that blends physical activity with coaching. Builds confidence, emotional regulation, and self-esteem through active, guided sessions at Rise Fitness Collective in Surrey.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Saturdays (Ages 6-8): Jan 10 to Mar 14 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Registration closed
- Saturdays (Ages 9-12): Jan 10 to Mar 14 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Registration closed
- Location: Rise Fitness Collective, Surrey, BC
Social Skills & Life Readiness for Teens (Grades 7–12)
PEERS for Teens
Grades 7-12 | In-Person & Online Options
An evidence-based social skills program for neurodivergent teens to build friendships, manage conflict, and navigate social settings with confidence. Ideal for teens with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other social challenges. Includes parent coaching to support success at home.
Winter 2026 Options:
- In-Person Thursdays: Jan 8 to Apr 2 | Choose 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM or 7:00-8:30 PM | South Surrey, BC Registration closed
- In-Person Mondays: Jan 12 to Apr 27 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | North Surrey, BC Registration closed
- Online Tuesdays: Jan 6 to Mar 31 | 7:00-8:30 PM PT Registration closed
NEW VANCOUVER LOCATION – In-Person (Details TBD):
Pilot location added for Winter 2026.
Registration Closed
Foundations in Social Skills
Ages 14-21 | In-Person Program
A small-group program for neurodivergent youth ages 14–21 who need extra support developing core social and communication skills. Participants build confidence through clinician-led coaching, peer interaction, and real-world practice. Ideal as a bridge to PEERS®, school, or work, this is a skills-building course—not a behavioural program.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Tuesdays: Jan 13 to Mar 10 | 4 – 5 PM Registration closed
- Location: 3211 152nd Street, Building C, Suite 402, Surrey, BC
Registration Closed
Young Adult Independence & Connection (Ages 18–30)
PEERS for Young Adults
Ages 18-30 | Online Program
Evidence-based social skills program helping young adults navigate friendships, social dynamics, and romantic relationships with confidence. Covers conversation skills, dating etiquette, conflict management, and more. Includes caregiver support and real-world social coaching.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Online Thursdays: February 19 to June 4 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM PT
Register Today
Foundations in Social Skills
Ages 14-21 | In-Person Program
A small-group program for neurodivergent youth ages 14–21 who need extra support developing core social and communication skills. Participants build confidence through clinician-led coaching, peer interaction, and real-world practice. Ideal as a bridge to PEERS®, school, or work, this is a skills-building course—not a behavioural program.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Tuesdays: Jan 13 to Mar 10 | 4 – 5 PM
- Location: 3211 152nd Street, Building C, Suite 402, Surrey, BC
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One-on-One Coaching Programs (Ages 10+)
Executive Function Coaching
Ages 10+ | In-Person & Online Options
One-on-one coaching that builds executive functioning skills including planning, focus, organization, and time management. Provides supportive strategies for homework completion, self-advocacy, and self-regulation.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Ongoing enrolment
- Available online or in-person
- Ideal for ADHD, learning disabilities, and executive function challenges
Career Coaching – Birkman “Wired for Work”
Ages 14-21 | In-Person & Online Options
Personalized coaching to help neurodivergent teens and young adults explore career goals, post-secondary pathways, and workplace readiness. Includes the Birkman Assessment and one-on-one coaching with Dr. Rob Bedard, an experienced career development and leadership trainer.
Winter 2026 – Ongoing Enrolment
- Online or in-person
- Wired for Work Package: $695 (includes 2-hour Birkman session)
- Additional sessions: $160/hour
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Year-Round Learning & Brain-Based Supports (All Ages)
The Listening Program (TLP)
For all ages
A music-based brain training program that supports attention, focus, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. Ideal for those with ADHD, anxiety, or auditory processing challenges. Trusted for over 20 years with personalized plans and support from WCCL expert staff.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Ongoing enrolment
- Home-based: 15–30 minutes/day, 5 days/week
- Tailored by age and needs
- Expert staff support
Cogmed Working Memory Training
For all ages
A computerized training program designed to improve attention, memory, focus, and executive functioning in individuals with ADHD or low working memory. Backed by research and supported by a personal coach.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Ongoing enrolment
- Sessions: 30–45 minutes, 3–5 times/week
- Delivered online with coach support
Fast ForWord
For ages 4+
A neuroscience-based online program that strengthens reading, attention, and language processing for learners with dyslexia, ADHD, or language-based learning differences.
Winter 2026 Details:
- Ongoing enrolment
- Sessions: 30 minutes/day, 3–5 days/week
- Delivered online with coach support
Clear Fluency
For ages 4 to teens
- Interactive online tool for oral reading and vocabulary improvement
- Real-time feedback and expression coaching
- Works alongside Fast ForWord program
Winter 2026 – Ongoing Enrolment
Delivered online with coach support
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Not Sure Which Winter Program is Right for Your Child?
Our Three-Step Process Makes It Easy
01
Cognitive Skills Assessment
Online assessment (40 minutes) designed to identify strengths and challenges, helping uncover what may be holding your child back academically or socially.
02
Consultation
We discuss assessment results and explain which winter programs for neurodivergent kids will best support your child's specific needs. Many families have their "aha moment" here.
03
Customized Training Program
We pair your family with the right program and provide ongoing support with personal coaches who understand neurodivergent learning styles.
Services
In addition to seasonal programs, West Coast Centre for Learning offers a full range of services to support families, schools, and organizations year-round:
- Assessments – Gain a clear understanding of learning strengths, challenges, and strategies for success, from informal, level B to psychoeducational assessments.
- Services for Families – Parent coaching, training, and resources to strengthen support at home.
- Services for Professionals & Organizations – Workshops and training for educators, clinicians, and workplaces including Mental Health First Aid and Mandt, to build inclusive, neuroaffirming environments.