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Foundations for Learning

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Sharon Prest

Meet Sharon

Working with students who struggle with the basics in school has been a passion of mine ever since seeing the difference a remedial reading program made for my son almost 30 years ago.


After repeating Grade 2, my son Daniel was still a non-reader, even though he had a fantastic support team at his school. That’s when we began our journey of finding help outside the traditional school system. We were led to Dr. George Gasek who suggested we take our son to the Lindamood Bell Learning Centre in San Luis Obispo, California. It was while Daniel was at this Centre that I trained in Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes® programs so that I could help him and other children who struggled.

When we returned to Nova Scotia, I became one of the first Reading Clinicians at Novaread in Halifax. Two years later, Dr. Gasek opened the first Mariposa Reading Centre in Truro, I was excited to be able to join him.

My position at Novaread and Mariposa gave me the opportunity to provide remedial programs to hundreds of students in Nova Scotia.

In March 2015, I was given the opportunity to open my own learning center, Foundations for Learning in Elmsdale NS. On June 1, 2017, I opened a second location at 30 Duke Street in Truro NS.

I am thrilled that I am still able to offer proven educational programs in the Colchester –  East Hants area. It warms my heart to know that I am providing a similar opportunity for today’s students that was provided to my son many years ago. It is such a rewarding experience to watch a child who is struggling, blossom into an academically stronger student and a more confident young person.

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Foundations For Learning – Elmsdale

139 Park Road, Unit 1C
Elmsdale NS
B2S 2L3
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1-902-883-8200
info@foundationsforlearning.ca

Foundations for Learning – Truro

30 Duke Street, Unit GR3
Truro, NS
B2N 2A1
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1-902-893-2646
info@foundationsforlearning.ca

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foundationsforlearning

Providing one-to-one services for students who are struggling with reading, spelling or basic math.
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Located in Elmsdale and Truro, NS

Foundations for Learning
Jasper recently completed our reading program. We Jasper recently completed our reading program. We are so proud of your success, Jasper. Way to go! 🙌

To learn more about our services, head to our website. 
www.foundationsforlearning.ca
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TIPS TO HELP KIDS LEARN 💡 Teach your child how TIPS TO HELP KIDS LEARN 💡

Teach your child how to bring up challenges early with a teacher and ask for help and don’t be afraid to bring up concerns with their teacher yourself either. 

Teaching your child how to build effective working relationships with other students and asking their peers for help is another important lesson in asking for, receiving, and offering support.
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