Social Skills Groups
- Ages 3 and up
- Etobicoke, Scarborough, Hamilton
- Saturdays, 10 weeks
- No diagnosis needed to join
Small groups led by our therapists help children build friendships, practice taking turns and learn to work together.
What are social skills groups?
Social skills groups give children a chance to practice being with other children — greeting someone, taking turns, joining in and keeping a conversation going — with peers rather than one-to-one, and with a therapist there to support them. AlphaBee runs small Saturday groups for children aged 3 and up in Etobicoke, Scarborough and Hamilton. No diagnosis is needed to join.
We'll help you find the right fit
Because the groups have overlapping age ranges, it may not be obvious which one is right for your child.
We begin with a short questionnaire about your child's interests, strengths, support needs and how they engage with peers. From there, we recommend the group that seems like the best fit and talk it through with you before anything is booked.
If a group is not the right starting point, we'll let you know. There may not be a suitable fit right now, or one-to-one services or another pathway may be more appropriate.
Find your child's group
Three groups for different stages of social development, offered Saturday mornings at Etobicoke, Scarborough and Hamilton in ten-week blocks.
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Little Buddies
An introduction to learning and playing with others, helping young children feel comfortable joining a group.
Ages 3 to 5 | 1:1 support -
Fun with Friends
A place to connect over shared interests, develop friendships and grow more confident with other children.
Ages 6+ | 1:1 or 2:1 support -
Operation Cooperation
For children ready to navigate more complex social situations, consider different perspectives and work together with greater independence.
Ages 8+ | 3:1 support
Ratios show the number of children per staff member.
What it costs
Winter 2027 runs Saturdays, 9 January to 20 March. Register by Friday 20 November 2026. Prices are for a full ten-week block and exclude HST. Summer terms run 8 weeks.
| Group | Ages | Support | Saturdays | 10-week block |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Buddies | 3 to 5 | 1:1 | 9am to 12pm | $3,000 |
| Fun with Friends | 6+ | 1:1 or 2:1 | 9am to 1pm | $3,600 to $4,000 |
| Operation Cooperation | 8+ | 3:1 | 9am to 1pm | $3,600 |
Prices exclude 13% HST. Services may be HST exempt with the required documentation. Groups run at all three locations, subject to minimum enrolment.
Full payment by cheque or e-transfer secures the place before the block starts. Cancel in writing at least 15 days before the start date for a full refund.
Little Buddies, ages 3 to 5
A small group where young children practice playing and learning together.
During three-hour Saturday sessions, children practice greetings, taking turns, sitting with a group and playing alongside other children through games and movement activities. Each child starts with one-to-one support from an Instructor Therapist, who steps back gradually as your child becomes more comfortable joining in.
A good fit if your child
- Is toilet trained or in diapers
- Can follow a simple one-step instruction
- Participates safely with other children
- Can move between activities with an adult's help
- When
- Saturdays 9am to 12pm, spring, autumn and winter
- Length
- 10 weeks, 3 hours a week, 30 hours in total
- Support
- 1:1, with support stepping back as your child settles in
- Cost
- $3,000 + HST
Summer weekday and weekend options vary. Please call us for details.
Fun with Friends, ages 6+
A social skills group where children connect through games, science experiments and crafts.
During four-hour Saturday sessions, children practice joining activities, starting conversations, responding to others' social cues and solving problems together. Shared activities give children opportunities to build friendships and confidence interacting with peers.
A good fit if your child
- Eats and uses the toilet independently
- Asks for what they want in one to four word sentences
- Joins in play with some adult support
- Can follow a two-step instruction
- Participates safely with other children
- When
- Saturdays 9am to 1pm, spring, autumn and winter
- Length
- 10 weeks, 4 hours a week, 40 hours in total
- Support
- 2:1, or 1:1 if your child needs it
- Cost
- $3,600 for 2:1, $4,000 for 1:1, + HST
Summer weekday and weekend options vary. Please call us for details.
Operation Cooperation, ages 8+
A social skills group focused on conversation, teamwork and navigating friendships.
During four-hour Saturday sessions, children practice back-and-forth conversations, negotiating, compromising and making decisions together. Group activities help them consider others' ideas and adapt when plans change.
A good fit if your child
- Eats and uses the toilet independently
- Plays with peers with minimal support
- Can hold a short back-and-forth conversation and wants more practice
- Follows group instructions
- Participates safely with other children
- When
- Saturdays 9am to 1pm, spring, autumn and winter
- Length
- 10 weeks, 4 hours a week, 40 hours in total
- Support
- 3:1, minimum group of two
- Cost
- $3,600 + HST
Summer weekday and weekend options vary. Please call us for details.
Questions we get asked
Does my child need a diagnosis to join?
No. You don't need a formal assessment to book a consultation or join a group.
How do I know which group is right?
We start with a short questionnaire about your child's interests, needs and how they interact with other children. Based on that, we recommend a group and review it with you before anything is booked. If a group is not the right starting point, we will let you know.
When do the groups run?
Saturday mornings in ten-week blocks, in spring, autumn and winter, at Etobicoke, Scarborough and Hamilton. Summer terms are shorter. Contact us for this year's dates.
How much does it cost?
Ten-week blocks cost $3,000 to $4,000, depending on the group and level of support, plus 13% HST. Services may be HST exempt with the required documentation.
How do I secure a place?
Full payment by cheque or e-transfer before the block starts secures your child's place. Cancel in writing at least 15 days before the start date for a full refund.
Not ready to call yet?
Start with the free printables our clinical team uses with families. Free to download, no sign-up required.
Or read what happens next after you get in touch.
Start with a conversation
Tell us about your child and we'll recommend a group, or let you know if a group is not the right starting point. No diagnosis is needed, and we'll respond within two business days.
Fill in the form below, or call 416-622-9979.