For more information or to get started, please call 519-472-6381 ext. 1110 to get up-to-date information. For General Information about services at Hutton House, or for other options, please contact our Intake Specialist at 519-472-6381 ext. 1110 or intake@huttonhouse.com.


What Will I Learn?

You choose what you want to learn.  Choices include:

Reading - reading strategies, understanding what you read, books, schedules, maps, labels, recipes, signs, reading for work, menus, etc.

Writing - e-mails, notes, stories, poems, journals, essays, spelling, etc.

Math - Budgeting, using a calculator, money skills, basic and advanced operations, telling time, etc.

Computer Skills - Microsoft applications, basic operations, educational programs, the internet, email, using an iPad, typing practice, etc.

 

Program Options

One-on-one tutoring

  • You are matched with a volunteer tutor

  • 1 hour per week

Computer Classes

  • Topics include Microsoft Word, Email, and the Internet

  • Full range of assistive devices

Gateway Group Literacy Classes

  • Classes include some of the reading, writing, computer skills and, perhaps, some math that you would use in everyday life.

 These upgrading classes are offered in partnership with the Thames Valley District School Board.

Special Interest Groups/Clubs

Examples include book clubs, essay writing, literacy groups, Skills for Learning and Life, App Class and budgeting.  Check the Adult Education calendar to find out which groups are being offered now.

The Learning Club 

  • Work on individual literacy goals and group activities in this fun year-round program. 

  • 3 hours per week 

 

Program Benefits

  • Increased self-esteem

  • Increased independence

  • Enhanced employment opportunities

  • Improved ability to access and understand community services

What Will it Cost?

  • There is usually no charge for tutoring with our volunteers or for the Gateway classes. During the pandemic, we are offering fee-for-service virtual tutoring. 

  • The Learning Club is a fee-for-service program with a monthly cost. 

  • There is a cost for an initial assessment. 

  • Fees for special interest groups are listed in the calendar.  

  • You are responsible for your own transportation.

How to Get Started

Call 519-472-6381 ext. 1110 to register or, if you are new to Hutton House, you will start with an intake by calling 519-472-6381 ext. 1110.

You must be:

  • 16 years of age or older and not still in high school (19 years of age or older for the TVDSB classes)

  • Motivated and willing to commit time to work toward your learning goals

  • Have a disability that affects access to traditional classroom adult education programs

Once registered, you will meet with the Adult Education staff to review your current literacy level and to determine your goals in the program.

Resource Materials

  • A variety of teaching methods and resource materials are available to accommodate your disability and education level.

  • Hutton House has developed many custom learning materials for adult learners. Materials include books, worksheets, games and resource guides to assist with literacy and math skills.

The Hutton House Adult Literacy Series and accompanying resource guides are available for purchase by caregivers, school boards, services providers, libraries and other literacy providers.

 

The Adult Education program is supported by:

MCCSS

MCCSS

Hutton House Foundation

Thames Valley District School Board

Thames Valley District School Board