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Registration and event calendar for workshops and social events hosted by Autism Brant, autism services at Lansdowne Children's Centre (Brantford). Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Welcome to the Autism Brant event calendar. Click on RSVP to learn more about the event and start your registration. Looking for an event? You can use keywords in the search bar to find it. Event List View May 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 6 7 10:00 a.m. Rotary Brantford Classic Run - Join our Lansdowne Cruisers! Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268 or ext. 327, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

Registration and event calendar for workshops and social events hosted by Autism Brant, autism services at Lansdowne Children's Centre (Brantford). Welcome to Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre in Brantford Welcome to the Autism Brant event calendar. Click on RSVP to learn more about the event and start your registration. Looking for an event? You can use keywords in the search bar to find it. Calendar View Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) Fri, May 29 Brantford Register Now Multiple Dates Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) Fri, Jun 05 Brantford Register Now Rotary Brantford Classic Run - Join our Lansdowne Cruisers! Sun, Jun 07 W. Ross Macdonald School, Brantford Register Now Autism Services: Supporting Fine Motor Skills Caregiver Lunch and Learn Wed, Jun 10 virtual link will be sent Register Now Autism Services Video Game Night ages 10-14 Wed, Jun 10 Brantford Register Now Multiple Dates Autism Services Coffee with Caregivers Fri, Jun 12 Brantford Register Now Load More Are you looking for someone to talk to? You can reach our Family Support Worker by phone at 519-753-3153 ext. 268 or ext. 327, or by email at autism@lansdownecc.com

​Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development is a SmartStart Hub - a one-stop point of entry connecting families and caregivers with local child development services, supports and resources for a child's communication, developmental, and/or physical development needs. VISIT OUR EVENT CALENDAR FOR UPCOMING OPEN PROGRAMS, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EVENTS CLICK HERE Questions or concerns about your child's development? Connect with our SmartStart Hub team, submit a referral today! 1/5 Unlock a new skill— Services Donations Resources Careers Unlock a new SMILE Start Here Programs and Events Look to the Event Calendar for registration and more information about upcoming events Event Calendar News and Stories Look to the News Blog for featured stories and news about Lansdowne families, staff and partners News Blog Helping Kids unlock their potential. Lansdowne Children's Centre is a highly accredited children's treatment centre (CTC) and SmartStart Hub, connecting caregivers and educators with local resources, services and support programs, for infants, children and youth with physical, communication, and/or developmental needs. If you have questions about early childhood development milestones, or are seeking help to navigate a diagnosis, you can connect with SmartStart Hub for help and answers. Anyone can submit a referral. Examples of client conditions supported by Lansdowne Children's Centre include: Autism Specturm Diagnosis (ASD), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Spina Bifida, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Chromosomal disorders and Neurological conditions. Lansdowne Children's Centre service providers work with clients and their families at sites in Brantford, Caledonia, Dunnville and Simcoe, and in a variety of community settings such as homes, schools, childcares, early learning environments, after-school programs and day camps, as well as through virtual means using streaming video. Lansdowne Children's Centre proudly delivers SmartStart Hub rehabilitation, respite and recreation services, serving Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk counties, Six Nations of the Grand River, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Client Family Announcements More News Lansdowne Children’s Centre takes major step forward with selection of architect for new Brantford facility Over 165,000 reasons to smile in Brantford Challenger Baseball coming to Brant, Paris Youth Softball 1 2 3 4 5 Celebrating Donors, Donations More News Grandview Public School holds pancake fundraiser for Lansdowne Children’s Centre Inaugural Autism Awareness Day fundraiser by Stacey Muller Photography raises $600 Smile Cookie Campaign Recipients, Lansdowne Children’s Centre and Brant Food Selected by Tim Hortons 1 2 3 4 5 Community News and Events More News Lansdowne Children’s Centre takes major step forward with selection of architect for new Brantford facility Over 165,000 reasons to smile in Brantford Celebrating Speech and Hearing Month at Lansdowne Children's Centre 1 2 3 4 5 Lansdowne Children's Centre endeavours to provide a Scent-Free environment for the safety and comfort of all. Please refrain from the use of scented products when attending any of our sites and/or programs. Lansdowne acknowledges we are on the traditional treaty and unceded territory of the Original People including the Attawanderon, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee that has long been home to the Six Nations of the Grand River and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We recognize their enduring connection as perpetual stewards of these lands protected by the “Dish with One Spoon” wampum agreement and the Haldimand Treaty, covering six miles either side of the Grand River along its length. In the spirit of these treaties, we seek to understand our place within history and build mindfulness of our present solidarity with Indigenous partners through relationships supporting families, so all children reach their potential. Adopted: February 2025, Lansdowne Children's Centre Board of Directors

Get involved with Lansdowne by attending Centre, Foundation and Community events #ForTheKids. Education, Socials, Support and Fundraising opportunities. Lansdowne Event Calendar May 2026 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 27 5:00 p.m. Autism Services Teen Social Group 14-17 28 29 30 1 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 2 3 4 5 6 4:30 p.m. Autism Services Video Game Night ages 10-14 7 12:15 a.m. Autism Services: Building Dressing Skills Lunch and Learn +6 more 8 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 9 10 11 12 4:30 p.m. Autism Services Bricks and Building Club ages 8-12 +1 more 13 14 15 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 16 17 18 12:00 a.m. Lansdowne Children's Centre sites closed 19 20 5:00 p.m. Job Fair, Support Worker-Respite 21 5:00 p.m. Autism Services Girl's Night Out ages 11-15 +1 more 22 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 23 24 25 5:00 p.m. Autism Services Teen Social Group 14-17 26 27 28 29 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 11:00 a.m. Autism Services Circle Time Group (1) 6 7 10:00 a.m. Rotary Brantford Classic Run - Join our Lansdowne Cruisers! List View

Is my child school-ready? Resources for entry to school and new-to-kindergarten families. Connect with tools, tips and guides, and support you need for your child to succeed at school. All Services Index DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES Supporting Educators and Families School-entry Resources Resources provided by Lansdowne Children's Centre Welcome! You’re in the right place to find trusted preschool resources and supports that help families and children to feel confident and ready for kindergarten. Explore how Lansdowne Children’s Centre can partner with you to support your child’s development and a smooth entry into school. Learn about Lansdowne, handouts printable promotion flyers, 8.5 x 11 pages Lansdowne Milestones Handout with Services Lansdowne Resources, videos and handouts flyer Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs Getting ready for school: Self-Screening Checklists Are you trying to assess your child's readiness to start school? Try one of our online checklists. These easy-to-follow guides help you to assess physical, communication and developmental milestones. If you have any concerns, connect with SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children's Centre . ANYONE can submit a referral. SmartStart Hub is a government-funded service (free to you) to help families connect with local support. Checklist, Early Years Milestones 0 - 48 months Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness 36 - 72 months Checklist, Speech & Language Development 0 - 36 months Print PDF Milestones Check Print PDF not available Print PDF Speech Check SPEECH development resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Engaing in Play - play skills for parents Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids Language and Communication Load More EARLY LEARNING resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Goal Setting with Children Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Toileting Part 1 - Are You Ready? | Identifying Readiness and Preparing Skills for Learning Load More EARLY LEARNING resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Goal Setting with Children Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Toileting Part 1 - Are You Ready? | Identifying Readiness and Preparing Skills for Learning Load More PHYSICAL development resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 1 ... 1 ... 1 Early Years Milestones - Video Playlist Getting School-Ready: Supporting Fine Motor Development Load More AUTISM support resource highlights click on an image to learn more 1 2 1 ... 1 2 ... 2 Back to School Support, Tips from Autism Services at Lansdowne Children's Centre Elopement Strategies with Kids Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate Load More Access more FREE resources online Connect with streaming videos, printable tip sheets and home-based activities based on proven universal strategies to help your child's development. PLUS, connect with community-based resources and services. Open Resource Library You Belong Here. Are you passionate about working with infants, children and youth to help realize their potential? Are you seeking a career in pediatrics? Join our team at Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development. Careers

Questions or concerns about your child's developing communication abilities? This milestone guide invites you to check off the skills that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If your child does not meet all the milestones for their age, we recommend that you complete a referral submission to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre to gain access to resources, assessment, services and supports. We can help your child to realize their optimal potential. Start Instructions Feedback 6 months 9 months 12 months 18 months 24 months 30 months 36 months Speech & Language Development Checklist, 0 - 36 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's communication abilities? We can help To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. By 6 months old my child can: Turn towards sounds Watch your face when you talk Smile and laugh in response to your smiles and laughs Make different cries for different needs, e.g. tired, hungry Make different noises, e.g. coo, gurgle Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 Speech & Language Development Checklist, 0 - 36 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This communication checklist provides development milestones that most children are demonstrating in each age group. Check off the abilities that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If you have concerns about unchecked milestones. first consult the online resources provided for more information. The recommended streaming videos and printable activities will help you enage in play-based learning with your child. Often these universal strategies for skill development will help a child's progress. If you have multiple incomplete milestones, and especially if you have incomplete milestones from an earlier age group, please consider completing a referral with SmartStart Hub to access opportunities for assessment, support and therapy services. There is no cost to access SmartStart Hub resources, services and supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre. By 9 months old my child can: Respond to his/her name Understand “no” Get what they want by sound and gesture, e.g. reaching to be picked up Play social games like ‘peek-a-boo’ Babble and repeat sound, e.g. “babababa” Enjoy being around people Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Why Interaction Matters - Part 1 By 12 months old my child can: Follow simple directions, e.g. sit down Use at least three words Babble using lots of different sounds Shake head for “no” Draw your attention to an object by using gestures or sound and looking at you, e.g. looks up to the sky and points to a bird and then looks back at you Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 6 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate By 18 months old my child can: Point to several body parts Use at least 20 words Make at least 4 different consonant sounds – b, n, d, g, w, h Respond to yes/no and “wh” questions, e.g. “Do you want a drink?”, “Where’s the truck?” Start to put two words together, e.g. “Mommy bye bye” Understand simple directions, e.g. “put your hat on“ or “go get the doll” Understand concepts like “in” or “off” Engage in pretend play, e.g. giving a doll a drink Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 7 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate By 24 months old my child can: Use at least 100 words Consistently put two or more words together, e.g. “bubble go up” Use at least two pronouns, e.g. “mine”, “you” Be understood 50% of the time by unfamiliar people Follow two-step directions, e.g. “go get your car and put in the toy box” Enjoy playing with other children and start to imitate them Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 7 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate By 30 months old my child can: Say their name Consistently use 3-4 words in a sentence Use more than 350 different words Use some adult grammar, e.g. “two dogs”, “baby’s crying” Use action words (eat, jump) and pronouns (you, mine) Produce 2-3 syllable words, e.g. ba-na-na Understand concepts such as big/little, and prepositions such as in, off, under Have complex play sequences, e.g. put blocks in a truck, drive it, then dump them Take short turns with other children Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 7 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate By 36 months old my child can: Use sentence of 4-6 words with adult-like grammar Be understood 75% of the time by everyone Follow long, complex directions Ask “wh” questions eg “what”, “where” Use descriptive words like colour and size Use “in” and “on” when asked “where” questions Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ... 7 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Open Games to Help your Child with Autism Communicate When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. Your feedback helps us to improve. Thank you! How was your experience? Don’t love it Not great Good Really good Love it Where are you from? How old is your child? Submit Thank You! Your feedback has been submitted.

Access community and online resources to support your infant/child/youth development and your family. Together we can help kids realize their potential. Resource Directory Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development online resource directory continues to grow as team members add recommended resources providing education and strategies for a variety of child development needs, and recommended connections with community support agencies. Filter options by type (print, video or website), or try the keyword search bar in the menu to locate resources for the topic you are looking for (ex. feeding, school, routines, advocacy, behaviour, childcare). Filter items by Type Print Video Website 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ... 14 Lansdowne Milestones Handout with Services Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months Lansdowne Resources, videos and handouts flyer Checklist, Kindergarten Readiness Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Start Here Guide, Starting Service With Lansdowne, Client Handbook Load More

Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home | | Lansdowne Children's Centre Resource Library Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home This printable 4-page handout provides an overview and understanding of Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and provides recommendations for strategies you can try at home. Page 4 also provides a list of Local Orthotists that offer cranial remolding therapy. Download printable PDF handout/activity pages Understanding Torticollis and Plagiocephaly, and what you can do at home no download available Download Keywords and search terms commonly associated with this resource include: Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, flat spot, baby, infant, newborn, cranial, orthotist, PT, physio

Questions or concerns about your child's developing physical or communication abilities? This milestone guide invites you to check off the skills that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If your child does not meet all the milestones for their age, we recommend that you complete a referral submission to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre to gain access to resources, assessment, services and supports. We can help your child to realize their optimal potential. Start Instructions Feedback 3 months 6 months 9 months 12 months 15 months 18 months 24 months 36 months 48 months Early Years Development Checklist, 0 - 48 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's physical or communication abilities? We can help To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. By 6 months old my child can: String vowels together when babbling Start sitting up unsupported Roll over in both directions (front-back, back-front) Reach for toys with both hands and mouths Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 ... 5 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant Early Years Development Checklist, 0 - 48 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This early years development checklist provides physical and communication development milestones that most children are demonstrating in each age group. Check off the abilities that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If you have concerns about unchecked milestones. first consult the online resources provided for more information. The recommended streaming videos and printable activities will help you enage in play-based learning with your child. Often these universal strategies for skill development will help a child's progress. If you have multiple incomplete milestones, and especially if you have incomplete milestones from an earlier age group, please consider completing a referral with SmartStart Hub to access opportunities for assessment, support and therapy services. There is no cost to access SmartStart Hub resources, services and supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre. By 9 months old my child can: play peek a boo stand holding onto something or someone make sounds like “mamama” “dadada” “bababa” copy sounds and gestures of others transfer objects one hand to another crawl or move around in some way Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 6 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 12 months old my child can: use gestures like shaking head ”no” or waving “bye” start to play with/use things functionally (like a spoon) pull themselves up to stand, walk holding on to furniture join in back and forth conversation by making noises or gestures try to copy (say) words/sounds back to you after you say them Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 8 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 18 months old my child can: walk on their own without support use at least 20 single words that you can understand play simple pretend, such as feeding a doll Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 10 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 24 months (2 years) old my child can: copy others, imitating sounds and gestures uses 2-3 word phrases to label pictures stack blocks or rings self-feed using cup, spoon and fork Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 36 months ( 3 years) old my child can: copy lines or circles with a crayon follow 2 or 3 step directions speak in clear sentences jump with 2 feet off the ground tell stories, sequences of events Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. Your feedback helps us to improve. Thank you! How was your experience? Don’t love it Not great Good Really good Love it Where are you from? How old is your child? Submit Thank You! Your feedback has been submitted. By 3 months old my child can: Hold their head steady Coos, smiles and recognizes familiar people Turn their head in both directions towards sounds Follow people or objects with their eyes Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 1 ... 1 2 3 4 ... 4 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 48 months (4 years) old my child can: take turns in play with a friend answer simple questions use the toilet independently Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ... 11 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant By 15 months old my child can: point to show something interesting to others walk with minimal support say 3-5 words (other than “mama” and “dada”) understand and follow simple commands turn pages of a book Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ... 10 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ontario Autism Program (OAP) / Access OAP Open EarlyON Programs, Brantford-Brant

Questions or concerns about your child's readiness to begin kindergarten at school? This milestone guide invites you to check off the skills that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If your child does not meet all the milestones for their age, we recommend that you complete a referral submission to SmartStart Hub at Lansdowne Children’s Centre to gain access to resources, assessment, services and supports. We can help your child to realize their optimal potential. Start Instructions Feedback 1) Concept 2) Physical 3) Health & Safety 4) Numbers 5) Language 6) Reading 7) Writing 8) Social Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 36 - 72 months Do you have questions or concerns about your child's readiness for entry to school, ie. ready to start kindergarten? We can help. To begin, continue to the Instructions tab, or select the age that is closest to the age of your child. Kindergarten Readiness Checklist, 48 - 72 months Every child learns and develops in their own unique way. This kindergarten readiness checklist provides cognitive, physical and communication abilities that most children are demonstrating by the time they are ready for school entry (ie. starting kindergarten). Check off the abilities that your child is demonstrating on a consistent basis. If you have concerns about unchecked milestones. first consult the online resources provided for more information. The recommended streaming videos and printable activities will help you engage in play-based learning with your child. Often these universal strategies for skill development will help a child's progress. If you have multiple incomplete milestones, and especially if you have incomplete milestones from an earlier age group, please consider completing a referral with SmartStart Hub to access opportunities for assessment, support and therapy services. There is no cost to access SmartStart Hub resources, services and supports at Lansdowne Children's Centre. When you're done, please come back to this tab and let us know about your checklist experience. Your feedback helps us to improve. Thank you! How was your experience? Don’t love it Not great Good Really good Love it Where are you from? How old is your child? Submit Thank You! Your feedback has been submitted. What is Concept Development? Concept development is a problem solving ability that allows young children to construct their own understanding of concepts as they interact and work with materials, people, events, and ideas. Examples of an ability to work with concepts include: Completing puzzles, fitting shapes Building towers with blocks Sorting toys or books by size or colour Counting groups of similar items Drawing a character or scene from a book Following simple instructions like “Put the ball on the chair” and “ Get the pot from under the sink.” Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Physical Readiness? Physical readiness is a child's ability to control and use large and small muscles to perform actions. Children need physical skills to be successful in school and participate in a variety of play-based activities. Examples of an physical readiness include: Climbing and playing on playground equipment Dressing themself, closing buttons, snaps and zippers Using scissors to cut shapes from paper Using crayons, pencils or markers to draw lines and shapes Rolling, throwing and/or bouncing a ball Peddaling a tricycle or similar vehicle Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What is Health and Safety Readiness? Health and safety readiness includes a child's basic needs for health care, grooming, rest and nutrition. Examples of health and safety readiness include: Regular check-ups with a family doctor and up-to-date shots Regular teeth brushing and trips to the dentist Regular activity and exercise An established bed time and regular rest Healthy eating including fresh fruit and vegetables Understanding simple safety rules and signs, like traffic lights, stop signs, fire danger, poison danger) Understanding stranger danger Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Ready for Kindergarten - Video Playlist Open Early Years, Behaviour Tips - Video Playlist What are Number Concepts? Number concepts include ability to perform classifying, ordering, counting, and time and space relationships. These are directly related to child’s ability to perform mathematical tasks throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is important to help young children feel confident in dealing with number tasks. Examples of number concept readiness include: Answering questions like, "how many forks do we need?" Comparing objects by size, and ordering largest to smallest Following a regular sequence of events, ex. Bedtime routine Comparing groups and identifying which is more and which is less Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months What are Language Abilities? The development of language abilities – listening, speaking, reading, writing – is critical to a child’s success throughout their school years and the rest of their lives. It is tied to everything children learn or do in school. Parents can support the development of language abilities by talking with and listening carefully to children as they share their ideas and experiences. Examples of language abillity readiness include: Answering open questions like, "How do feel?" or "What do you think?" Identifying and using words that rhyme Asking questions about concepts or instructions Expressing original ideas, ex. Sharing what they think would happen next in a story Alerting a caregiver to needs or dangers, Ex. "I need to use the bathroom" or "I feel sick" Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Open Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Why Read With Your Child? A child's ability to read and comprehend information is an important skill that will impact their daily life. A caregiver can have a positive impact on a child's interest and ability to read by sharing early reading experiences. Reading a book with children is enjoyable and interesting. It is the most important way in which parents can help children learn to read and ideally would be a part of a daily routine. Reading also provides a shared expereience you can talk about together. "What did you think when?" or "What was your favourite part?" Examples of reading readiness include: Have a library card and be familiar with choosing books to read Demonstrate "pretend reading" turning pages and telling a story Point and read words in your environment, ex. Stop signs, Store names, Labels on food Sit quietly and listen to a story be read by someone else Follow along reading pointing to words as they are read Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Ready to Write? To become a skilled, lifelong writer, a child needs encouragement and support as they begin the writing process. They’ll play at writing like they play at reading. Ask them to read what they’ve written. Children go through various stages of writing development. These stages include scribbling, drawing pictures and pretend writing. Examples of writing readiness include: Organize letters (ex. letter blocks, or magnets) to form words Scribbling/drawing letters on paper Tracing over letters/words/secntences on paper Writing their name Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months What is Social and Emotional readiness? Children need to be socially and emotionally ready to start school, and this includes knowing how to take turns, make compromises, approach familiar children, obey those in authority (principals, teachers, caregivers) and generally be nice to others. You can help a child to get ready for school by giving them the opportunity to interact as part of a group of children. Community opportunities include attending playgrounds, early on learning centres and the public library. Examples of social and emotional readiness include: Following the instructions/rules of an authority figure Use words to express feelings Be comfortable with trying new things Join others in a game, group activity Use words to solve disagreements, no violent acts Model the use of works such as please, thank you and excuse me Recommended Resources 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ... 12 Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Open Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months

Access peer mentoring, education and social events with Lansdowne Family Engagement services. Join the Family Advisory Council (FAC) and help plan, implement and review events and activities, as well as advocate for Lansdowne client families. Lansdowne Children's Centre for child development Family Engagement services Available to all families of Lansdowne infant, child and youth clients. Access peer mentoring, education and social events with Lansdowne Family Engagement services. Join the Family Advisory Council (FAC) and help plan, implement and review events and activities, as well as advocate for Lansdowne client families. All Services Index Connect with us Resource Directory Event Calendar EMAIL A QUESTION click on an image to learn more 1 2 3 1 ... 1 2 3 ... 3 Family Advisory Council (FAC) Family Centred Guiding Principles Intake - Start Here Guide, Starting Service With Lansdowne, Client Handbook Featured Resources Resource Directory Lansdowne service providers have recommended online resources that provided education and strategies for a variety of child development needs, as well as connections with community support agencies. Visit the Resources Directory for the full compliment of available print, video and website resources available to all families, caregivers and educators. 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 ... 6 Referral Form, Online Access | SmartStart Hub Services Language Building, Fun Activities for Kids Learning about Lansdowne Services and Programs Checklist, Early Years Development 0-48 months What Role Do Parents Play in Early Language Intervention? Checklist, Speech and Language Development, 0-36 months Load More Upcoming Events Rotary Brantford Classic Run - Join our Lansdowne Cruisers! Sun, Jun 07 W. Ross Macdonald School, Brantford Join the Lansdowne Children's Centre corporate team, the Lansdowne Cruisers, in the 2026 Rotary Brantford Classic Run. You run. Kids win! Register Autism Services: Supporting Fine Motor Skills Caregiver Lunch and Learn Wed, Jun 10 virtual link will be sent This workshop is open to caregivers, parents, and professionals supporting children registered with Lansdowne Autism Services. Zoom link to be sent to registrants via email provided closer to date. Register Autism Services Tackling Toileting Training Live Webinar Tue, Jun 23 Online, Virtual Workshop For caregivers of children registered with Lansdowne Autism Services. A Virtual Webinar from 8pm to 9pm Register Charity Motorcycle Ride, presented by Ensuring Brant Sat, Jul 04 Airport Community Hall, Brantford The 22nd running of the Charity Motorcycle Ride for Lansdowne Kids, raising funds in support of child and youth programs and services provided by Lansdowne Children's Centre. Register What is Family Engagement? You are the expert on your chi ld... Family engagement recognizes that families are essential to the successful outcome of their children’s plan of care and ensures that caregivers are welcome partners in the planning and delivery of Lansdowne Children’s Centre services and programs. Lansdowne Children’s Centre for child development is committed to creating more opportunities for families to partner with service providers and each other, to contribute their perspective, advice, passion and talent, and share the knowledge that comes from their lived experience. We need to enhance programs already in place and establish a broad range of family supports to help inspire and empower families meet the day-to-day challenges they face. HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED... Join the Family Engagement Facebook Group Apply to the Family Advisory Committee Register for an upcoming event

JOB POSTING: Speech Language Pathologist Temporary Full Time View All Job Posts Date Published: Date Closing: Thursday, May 28, 2026 DOWNLOAD Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Salary Range: $38.31 to 43.54/hour Application Deadline: Internal May 27, 2026; external June 3, 2026 Department: Speech Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk) Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (12 months) Unionized: Yes Existing Position: Yes What you'll do · Provide and document accurate assessment for clients referred to Lansdowne · Establish and implement a goal-oriented treatment plan, in cooperation with the family and, if appropriate, other service providers · Provide and facilitate the attaining of appropriate equipment through recognized resources · Provide support to parents, childcare centres and schools in the form of education where appropriate · Provide treatment services in accordance with best practices, department practice and LCC policy. · Follows health and safety policies, programs and procedures · Perform other duties as assigned. Why you'll love working here Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan Education, Qualifications and Certifications • Masters of Science in Speech Language Pathology • Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech –Language Pathologists of Ontario Experience and Knowledge • Experience working with clients who have special needs • Extensive paediatric experience of at least 2 years in providing service with a special needs population. • Demonstrate ability to work within a family-centered approach • Proof of immunizations or willingness to obtain Accessibility & Inclusion Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. APPLY TODAY Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you. We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants , however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted