Ontario Federation of Teaching Parents
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NIA1455 | Last Modified: 03 Jul 2020 | Last Full Update: 03 Jul 2020 |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | Answering Machine 416-410-5218 |
| Toll Free Phone | Answering Machine 1-800-704-0448 |
| enquiries@ontariohomeschool.org | |
| Website | www.ontariohomeschool.org |
| Social Media |  |
| Alternate Contact | Email: francophone@ontariohomeschool.org |
| Site Details | |
| Areas Served | Niagara Region ; Ontario |
| Located In Community | Ontario |
| Service and Access Details | |
| Description (Service) | A provincial homeschool group providing information on home-based education and support to Ontario homeschooling families. OFTP is non-profit, run by volunteers, and open to all homelearning families, inclusive of all faiths and all educational styles. The organization enables networking among its members through a newsletter and private online forums, and serves as an advocacy group and link between the homeschooling community and the provincial government. Provides information on: * Legalities of home schooling * Resources available to homelearners * Where to get homeschool curriculum * Finding a local homeschooling support group |
| Hours | Call for details |
| Eligibility | Parents currently homeschooling or considering homeschooling their children. Also welcome to join are recent homeschool graduates and parents who have homeschooled in the past and wish to continue being of service to the homeschooling community. Businesses and support groups are not eligible for membership, but may show their support through donations. |
| Application | Call, email, or visit website |
| Languages | English ; French - Website, some members, including a volunteer to respond to enquiries in French |
| Fees | Membership - $35/1 yr; $90/3 yrs |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable - No physical address |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Funding | Donations ; Membership fees |
| Service Categories | Home Instruction |