In every aspect of learning at Oneida, we emphasize the inclusion of Oneida language, history and culture. We ensure that learning opportunities are equal to or exceed standards of provincial and federal programs.
As one of the First Nations placed on this earth by our Creator, we, the Oneida people have been granted the right and the responsibility to live in harmony with the land and with one another. Part of that responsibility includes the Education of our Children.
The Oneida Nation maintains that all aspects of the child – physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual – must be considered in the education process. This holistic approach must reflect the values, beliefs, language and culture of the Oneida Nation. Learning will be enhanced through active participation in the classroom and through community involvement in the Education process.
Education is regarded as a life- long process that begins in the cradle and continues through to adulthood. It is the process whereby our unique identity as a Nation is transmitted from one generation to the next. It is, in fact, the key to our survival.
We therefore maintain that the Oneida Nation has an inherent duty to educate our children and that we have a responsibility over the curriculum and the language that is taught.
Find services below:
The Education Department overseas educational programs and pursues new initiatives that prioritize Oneida language, history and culture.
Early Years services and supports to families with children prenatal to age 6 yrs (SK).
Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 students following the Ontario curriculum with a strong Oneida culture component.
For ages 3 months – 5 years, providing experiences for the development of language, motor, social and cognitive skills.
Working toward keeping the Oneida language vibrant and using research-based approach, we support speakers in our community and promote Oneida in our everyday lives.
Oneida Education Office
2213 Elm Ave
R.R.#2 Southwold
Ontario, N0L 2G0
Tel: 519-652-1580
Fax: 519-652-3219
Oneida Language and Cultural Centre
2207 Elm Ave.
Southwold, Ontario
N0L 2G0
Tel: 519-652-6227
Email
Oneida Child Care Center
333 Oneida Road
R.R.#2 Southwold, Ontario
N0L 2G0
Tel: 519-652-7209
Fax: 519-652-7213
Oneida Nation Head Start
2315 Keystone Place (beside Standing Stone School)
Southwold, Ontario
N0L 2G0
Tel: 519-652-3848
Fax: 519-652-7683
Standing Stone School
2315 Keystone Place
Southwold, Ontario
N0L 2G0
Tel: 519-652-3271
Fax: 519-652-0856