New location in Calgary SE!
Introducing SparkPOD!
The alternative homeschooling pod for children.
Kindergarten to Grade 4
Are you looking for a safe and nurturing environment for your child to learn and grow in?
Look no further than SparkPOD!
Our homeschooling pod provides a personalized and interactive learning experience for children in the early stages of their education.
Our highly skilled teachers and educators have years of experience in working with young children, and they are committed to helping your child reach his/her full potential. At SparkPOD, we provide a comprehensive curriculum that covers all essential subjects – including math, science, social studies, and language arts. Our curriculum mirrors the public school system, so transitioning in and out of our pod is as seamless as possible. Our teaching approach is based on individualized learning, which means that your child's education is tailored to his/her unique needs and abilities.
In addition to our exceptional academic program, SparkPOD also offers a range of enrichment activities that will engage and inspire your child. From instruction in music, languages and art, to physical education and technology, we provide a well-rounded experience that prepares your child for success in all areas of life.
At SparkPOD, we understand that parents are busy, which is why we offer flexible scheduling options to fit your family's needs. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time enrollment, we have options that will work for you and your family.
Join the SparkPOD community today and give your child the gift of a high-quality education in a safe and supportive environment. Contact us to learn more about our program and how we can help your child thrive!
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A balanced education
These are the 5 keys areas that we focus on with your child daily
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Literacy
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STEM
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Fine Arts
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Sports
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Well Being
Our philosophy
We embrace our students with empathy, respect their unique abilities and learning styles, encourage them to think critically and foster a love of lifelong learning.
Our teachers
Our team of dedicated and caring teachers who strive to create a nurturing learning environment for all our students.
Ms. Julie
Julie is a gift to her students! With her kind and compassionate demeanor, she is able to get the best out of her students by believing in them and helping them to know that anything is possible. She meets her students where they are, and gently encourages them to grow and stretch their capacities as they become more confident.
Julie is passionate about teaching children to love learning. She excels in music, and encourages daily development of socio-emotional skills while nurturing positive self-image and team building. Julie teaches with energy and enthusiasm and quickly develops good rapport with young children.
Julie is a mother and has been teaching for many years and holds degrees in both Education and Fine Arts (majoring in music) from the University of Lethbridge. This is her third year of operating SparkPod.
Mr. Michael
Julie is a gift to her students! With her kind and compassionate demeanor, she is able to get the best out of her students by believing in them and helping them to know that anything is possible. She meets her students where they are, and gently encourages them to grow and stretch their capacities as they become more confident.
Julie is passionate about teaching children to love learning. She excels in music, and encourages daily development of socio-emotional skills while nurturing positive self-image and team building. Julie teaches with energy and enthusiasm and quickly develops good rapport with young children.
Julie is a mother and has been teaching for many years and holds degrees in both Education and Fine Arts (majoring in music) from the University of Lethbridge. This is her third year of operating SparkPod.
Ms. Darlene
Darlene is blessed with three wonderful children who have now grown into adults, serving as a reminder of how swiftly time passes. Outside of her professional commitments, she finds joy in exploring hiking trails that wind through mountainous landscapes, immersing herself in books, and enjoying music. When the weather is nice, Darlene enjoys kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and nightly walks with her husband, Geordie. Her passion for nature drives her to constantly seek out new trails and connect with people along the way.
In her work with children's ministry and fitness coaching, specializing in children's physical activities, Darlene places a strong emphasis on fostering motivation and positivity. She delights in creating and participating in games and activities that bring laughter and quality time with children. Through her extensive experience, she prioritizes building trusting relationships and imparting essential life skills, ensuring that each child feels valued and empowered. Darlene's teaching philosophy is rooted in love and kindness, always encouraging children to recognize their worth and voice in the world.
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Our testimonials
We Deliver Happiness and Success!
Hear from Our Happy SparkPOD Families!
Lesley A.
Our little school has been such a blessing for our family. It came at a time when nothing else felt quite right, and has provided our daughter with a safe and loving learning environment, where she is surrounded by other like minds and hearts. Miss Julie and Miss Amanda are a dynamic duo and meet the needs of our kids with such creativity and magic. Sera has learned difficult things in fun ways, while not even being aware that she is learning! We are so grateful to head into our third year with Julie and Amanda and thank them for their love, caring and excellence in teaching.
Lindsay W.
We are so thankful for this pod school! Silas started at the pod school just this fall for grade one. Starting in September he could read sight words and in just half-way through the year he was already finishing grade two comprehension and after spring break they will start him on piano. The one on one time has been a huge benefit for my child and we are so grateful. They also take the kids on over 20 field trips throughout the year and teach them real life skills like cooking from scratch and taking pride in their little school house. Miss Julie and Miss Amanda truly love their students and choosing this school for our child was the best decision. We are so excited for the years to come!
The Sanguinettis
Sending our children to Miss Julie and Miss Amanda's school was the best decision we have ever made! These women and their families are absolutely incredible. They are loving, caring and treat our children like their own. They not only teach the curriculum but also community and life skills. I would not hesitate to recommend them, over and over again.
Patrycja
This school has provided our daughter not only a safe but also a positive and fun filled learning environment that she enjoys very much. The hands-on approach to learning, experimenting and problem solving is tremendous. The teachers go above and beyond to bring experiences to life and the small class sizes help to focus on each child and support their learning. The school focus is not only academics but also teaches emotional intelligence, music, languages and being a good world citizen and this is something we love and value.
Kris
Before Michael, my son was shy, felt alone, didn't excel at all in school. However when introduced to Michael my son excelled at school one to two grades above his level in less than six months which was astounding. Michael gave me daily and weekly updates so I can understand what my son was learning and the issues he was having. Michael is an amazing teacher and I am truly grateful for him teaching my son. I strongly recommend him for any teaching role.
Jaime
Michael takes the time to connect and build personal relationships with the children and families he works with. He is patient, flexible and personalizes each lesson to meet the needs of the child. My kids have grown and learned so much from working with him. I don’t know what we’d ever do without him!
Very Happy Parent
I have an 8-year-old daughter attending the school since last September. The development and advancement I’ve observed in my daughter is amazing & exciting.She has an attitude of fun & interesting toward school & learning. She approaches new situations and opportunities with a sense of curiosity and growth. I wouldn’t dream of sending my daughter anywhere else. Thank you Julie & Team.
Helen H.
This school has been such a life saver for our family. We wanted to have a more unique, customized experience and the teachers at this school have been incredibly flexible to our needs. They accomodated the extra care my son needed when he started to have health issues which we so appreciated. Also, they are so great at providing an environment where every child can flourish. My kids have been at this school from the beginning (3rd year now!) and we love it so much! Both of my kids quickly learned to read in kindergarten thanks to the one-on-one attention they get from the teacher. We wanted a more structured homeschool pod and we couldnt have asked for more! All the benefits of a homeschool pod but also all the best parts of a structured education. The teachers are so caring and passionate and they put so much into making this school such a special place. Its not just a school, but a community! We feel so grateful to be a part of it!
Justin K.
Enrolling our son in this school, was by far one of the best decisions we have ever made. The small size, and one on one time has been extremely beneficial. He has come so far in just a small amount of time. We have friends that have children the same age in public school. They can not believe the difference in what our son is learning vs their children. His reading and math skills are far more advanced than I could have ever imagined! He loves going to school. Talks about centres and all the amazing field trips he gets to go on. I would recommend this school to anyone who wants their child to be able to learn and grow at their own pace. He is not held back, and the teachers are willing to take his learning as far as he wants.