Children's Development Group · Richmond Hill, ON

Every child can grow, learn and belong.

CDG Centre provides safe, supportive education and therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger's, speech and language delays, learning disabilities and other developmental exceptionalities — from JK to Grade 12.

The CDG Centre building on Leslie Street in Richmond Hill
The Children's Development Group sign out front

Who we are

A whole-child approach to learning

The Children's Development Group (CDG) provides scientifically validated educational services and therapy to children with a wide variety of learning abilities. Using a proven multidisciplinary model, we focus on your child's total growth — social, language, academic and behavioural — enhancing natural strengths while guiding them past challenges.

  • Interdisciplinary teaching that combines speech, behaviour and educational therapy
  • Built on the principles of best practice and scientifically validated methods
  • Programs for children from JK to Grade 12
  • Training and consultation for families, professionals and schools
A CDG playroom with games, toys, sensory balls and a play kitchen
Games, toys and sensory play in our playroom

Our mission

To provide hope and guidance so that our students fulfill their potential — and become happy, active members of their community.

What we offer

Programs that meet your child where they are

From the classroom to the playground, our professionals deliver effective programs all year round.

A bright CDG classroom with student desks, chairs and a bookshelf One of our classrooms
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Academics & Tutoring

Academic programs and after-school tutoring designed to build confidence and real growth in learning, for students from JK through Grade 12.

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Music, Sports & Social Skills

After-school programs in music and sports that develop coordination, friendship and social skills in a safe, encouraging environment.

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Spring & Summer Camps

Seasonal camps that keep children learning, playing and connecting with peers when school is out.

The CDG backyard with a trampoline, play structure and slides

Our space

Room to run, play and breathe

Our centre sits on a large one-acre property with plenty of natural areas and fresh air, in a home-like setting rather than an institutional one. The backyard has a trampoline, a play structure and slides for outdoor play and summer camps.

A CDG activity room with a small table and chairs, shelves of board games and toy storage bins

Therapy & assessments

Custom-tailored therapy for your child's unique needs

We begin with professional psychological and program assessments to understand your child, then build a treatment plan around them. Our therapies include:

Autism therapy IBI ABA Speech therapy Language therapy Social skills training Vocational training

Get started

Book your free consultation

Consultations are free and without obligation. Call or email us to set one up.

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Key contact

Grace Damouni
Grace@cdgcentre.com
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Visit us

9875 Leslie Street
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3Y3
Serving families from Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan, North York, Toronto and Scarborough
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Hours

Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat – Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM