Flexible
Focused
Future-Ready

All of our programs are based on Section 6 of the Education Act for Alberta students.

Students will be registered with a Homeschool Board within Alberta. We will work together with this board to ensure that our program completes all educational requirements based upon the Program of Study for Alberta Education.

Let’s Build the Right Path for Your Child

Schedule a free consultation with our team to discuss your child’s academic and athletic goals. Together, we’ll design a personalized learning and development plan that helps them thrive.

Elementary Program - Gr. 4-6

Our foundation program focuses on developing literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning skills through engaging, hands-on learning. Lessons are structured around sports themes and movement to help ADHD and LD students stay focused and motivated.

Junior High Program - Gr 7-9

Students transition into more independent learning while continuing to receive targeted academic and emotional support. The schedule combines core academics with athletics, leadership projects, and reflection-based goal setting.

High School Program - Gr 10-12

Through Alberta-accredited pathways and portfolio assessments, students can earn full credits while maintaining athletic commitments. Our partnership with Homeschooling Boards ensures diploma-track options for all students.

Athletic Integration

Daily or weekly athletic training
Team development and sports psychology
Strength, conditioning, and recovery support
Academic scheduling around training and tournaments

Support for Learning Differences
“Understanding How Students Learn Best”

We specialize in working with students who have:

ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Executive Function challenges
Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or Dyscalculia
Auditory or visual processing differences
Giftedness combined with learning barriers

How We Help:

Executive Function Coaching (planning, focus, organization)
Small group or one-on-one instruction
Visual, kinesthetic, and movement-based learning strategies
Daily goal setting and reflection time
Collaboration with psychoeducational assessment data

Our approach recognizes that every learner’s brain is unique — and with the right tools, structure, and encouragement, each can reach their full potential.

Why Homeschooling Works for Students with LDs, ADHD, and Busy Schedules.

At Southridge Academy, we understand that not all learners fit into a traditional classroom — especially when they’re balancing learning differences and athletic or extracurricular commitments. Homeschooling, when done intentionally and with the right structure, can help students with learning disabilities and ADHD thrive both academically and personally.

Personalized Learning Pace and Path

Every student learns differently — and that’s exactly what homeschooling allows for.

Students can move at their own pace, spending extra time on areas that need strengthening and advancing quickly through what comes naturally.
For students with learning disabilities or ADHD, this flexibility prevents the frustration that often comes from trying to “keep up” with a rigid classroom timeline.
Personalized pacing allows for mastery-based learning — students don’t move on until they truly understand.

Result: More confidence, less stress, and steady academic growth.

Flexible Scheduling for Busy Athletes

For young athletes, practice, travel, and competitions often conflict with a traditional school day.

Homeschooling lets families design a schedule that supports training and recovery while still prioritizing academics.
Lessons can be completed around practices, on the road, or in shorter learning blocks — when the brain is most alert.
This flexibility reduces burnout and ensures students can excel both on the ice and in the classroom.

Result: Balanced routines that promote consistency, sleep, and performance in both areas.

Focus on Executive Function Skills

Students with ADHD or learning disabilities often need explicit instruction in how to learn — not just what to learn.
Homeschooling allows time to build and strengthen executive function skills, such as:

Planning and organization
Time management
Focus and self-regulation
Goal setting and reflection

These skills are the same ones that help athletes succeed: staying focused, handling setbacks, and preparing with intention.

Result: Students build lifelong learning and performance habits.

Lower Stress and More Meaningful Learning

Large class sizes, constant transitions, and rigid expectations can overwhelm students who process information differently.
Homeschooling creates a calmer learning environment where students can:

Learn without distractions or performance pressure
Receive individualized feedback and positive reinforcement
Engage in subjects that connect to their interests — like science through sports or math through performance stats

Result: Improved motivation, reduced anxiety, and a genuine love of learning.

Integrating Sport into Education

At Southridge, learning isn’t separate from sport — it’s connected.
Homeschooling allows for:

Cross-curricular projects (e.g., calculating shooting percentages in math, journaling about teamwork in language arts, exploring nutrition in science)
Learning through real-world experiences — tournaments, travel, and team collaboration become part of education
Recognition of athletic discipline as a key component of student growth

Result: A well-rounded education that values both academic and athletic achievement.

Family and Mentor Partnership

Homeschooling brings families into the learning process.
At Southridge, parents, coaches, and teachers work together to create a 360° support system:

Consistent communication on progress and goals
Shared tools for behavior regulation and study skills
Alignment between academic expectations and athletic development

Result: Stronger relationships and clearer pathways to student success.

Flexible Focused Future-Ready