NEW Lakeshore School Programs!
We can customize a program to fit the needs of a certain subject being covered by teachers.
Our programs are designed to meet specific curriculum expectations. All programs have an outdoor component, and many can be used to fulfill Daily Physical Activity requirements. Our programs also help to foster character development in children.
Programs can be customized to meet specific needs, or to cover specific topics. Please note any special needs, or specific topics you would like us to focus on when you book your programs.
To see programs, with their curriculum connections, click on the appropriate grade/stream below.
- Preschool and Kindergarten
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
- Grade 5
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
To see a complete list of all our school programs click here.
To see a complete list of our curriculum connections click here.
School Registration Information
Each program is half a day in duration. We recommend that you choose two programs to make a full day at the Arboretum for grades one and up. All programs have many participatory activities to keep the students interested and involved. The students should be suitably dressed for outdoor activities (i.e. comfortable shoes, raincoats, hats and mittens, etc.).
Cost
Junior/Middle School Pricing
| Booking | Number of programs | Cost per participant | Supervisors | Indoor Lunch Space |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half day | 1 program | $7.00 (No HST) | Free up to 1 per 5 participants | Must book ahead. An additional charge of $2.00 (+HST) will apply. |
| Full day 2 programs | 2 programs | $11.50 (No HST) | Free up to 1 per 5 participants | Free |
High School Pricing
| Booking | Number of programs | Cost per participant | Supervisors | Indoor Lunch Space |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half day | 1 program | $7.91 ($7.00+HST) | Free up to 1 per 5 participants | Must book ahead. An additional charge of $2.00 (+HST) will apply. |
| Full day 2 programs | 2 programs | $12.43 ($11.00+HST) | Free up to 1 per 5 participants | Free |
Booking policies
*Each class/group is considered a separate booking. Each class/group booked will be charged for a minimum of 15 students. NOTE: If this is a problem for your group please contact us; we may be able to help.
*Your visit is not considered confirmed until you have received written confirmation by fax or email. Please double check the information in the confirmation letter to ensure it is correct. If you do not receive your confirmation email within one week of your booking or if the information in it is incorrect please contact us.
*Cancellations must be made five business days in advance of the event date otherwise the cost of 50% of the total number of students booked will be charged.
*If the group cannot attend at its scheduled date/time, every effort will be made to re-schedule the trip during the school year. If that is not possible, notice of a cancellation must be received no less than five business days prior to the scheduled visit.
Please note that your school may be eligible for funding through local sources. To find out more contact us at the Centre for Urban Ecology.
Our programs run rain or shine with the ONLY exceptions being thunder, lightening, or hail. All outdoor programs take place mainly outside so please ensure students are prepared for the weather.
Getting to the Centre
We are located at 205 Humber College Blvd.
Humber Arboretum is also accessible by TTC and wheelchair transit. Traveling on public transit not only saves money and reduces carbon emissions, it can also be a valuable experience for students in the city.
Receive $1 off if your class walk to the Center for Urban Ecology or comes by Public Transit
Times
Arrival Times & Departure Times are flexible. Please arrange at the time of your booking.
Feedback
Please take a moment after your trip to give us some feedback on your experience.
Our feedback form can be found here. Please email it to arboretum@humber.ca or fax it to 416-675-2755.
The Centre for Urban Ecology is wheelchair accessable.
