Our Programs

WCP offers child led, interest based activities, with the view that children are capable, competent, curious learners and we provide them with rich experiences. We utilize How Does Learning Happen, pedigogical approaches, in our planning and in our program outcomes by asking inquisitive questions and by supporting critical thinking. Our teachers, staff, and volunteers engage children’s inquiries, develop a sense of wonder and engagement as they explore hands-on experiences. We focus on relationship building and responsive relationships that support emotional well being, including using the environment as our 3rd teacher. The teachers see themselves as co-learners alongside the children and are excited to see where their interests lead us!

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Toddler program

Our two-day toddler program is designed to promote social skills and independence. Here is an example of what to expect in a typical class:

Playtime in the classroom includes activities such as play dough, sand, art activities, blocks, dramatic centre and a rotating variety of toys.
Tidy up as a group and wash hands for snack time.
For snack time, the preschool provides a nutritious snack.
We sit together to sing songs and play games during carpet time. As the children develop their attention span, carpet time becomes longer and we introduce concepts such as numbers and taking turns in games.
Gross motor activities take place either outside in our fully-fenced playground or in the gym. Children play with a variety of riding toys, balls, etc. and are encouraged to play active games.

Tuesday and Thursday AM Toddler program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

18 to 30 months
9:15 to 11:15 am in September - June
1:5 educator to students ratio
$118 per month

All children in the toddler program must be 18 months old by the start of school. There is a maximum of 15 students per class and supervision is provided by three RECE. Toilet training is not required.

Preschool program

Gross motor activities take place either outside in our fully-fenced playground or in the gym. Children play with a variety of riding toys, balls and sports equipment, and are encouraged to play active games. When playing outdoors, they are encouraged to put their outdoor clothes in their cubbies upon returning inside.
During carpet time, we learn about children’s interests through discussion, songs and games. We also explore concepts related to numbers, matching and colour recognition.
For snack time, children wash their hands, get their cups and sit at a snack table to enjoy a nutritious snack. After snack, the children put away their own snack supplies.
During free play, children choose from activities such as play dough, sand box, arts and crafts, puzzles, dramatic play, books, blocks and a rotating variety of other toys.
At tidy up time, everyone helps tidy up the classroom.
For song and reading time, we follow the children’s lead and cater our activites based on interest. Some of the things we might participate in are calendars and weather charts, or Jolly Phonic activites
Life Skills such as dressing and taking care of personal needs help build self confidence and independence.
Other activities in the preschool program include science experiments, baking, field trips and an occasional visitor from the community.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday AM Preschool Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

Classroom 1:

30 months to 4 years
8:30am to 11:00am
1:8 educator to student ratio
classroom volunteer option
$156 per month

Classroom 2:

30 months to 4 years

9am to 11:30am
1:8 educator to student ratio
classroom volunteer option
$156 per month

Tuesday & Thursday AM Preschool Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

30 months to 4 years

9am to 11:30am
1:8 educator to students ratio
classroom volunteer option
$118 per month

Monday & Wednesday Preschool PM Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

3 - 4 years
12:30pm to 3pm September to June
1:8 educator to student ratio
Monday and Wednesday
classroom volunteer option
$118 per month

Tuesday & Thursday Preschool PM Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

3 - 4 years

12:30pm to 3pm September to June
1:8 educator to student ratio
Tuesday and Thursday
classroom volunteer option
$118 per month

All children in the preschool program must be at least 30 months old. There is a maximum of 16 students per class in the two-day program and 16 students per class in the Friday program. Supervision is provided by two RECE’s. Toilet training is not required.

KinderPrep

This enhanced program is designed to bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten, and is beneficial for 3 to 5 year olds. The program can offer an alternative to junior kindergarten for those children not yet ready for a full day of structured learning. Some of the interest-based learning topics are our enhanced program offers include:

Jolly Phonics activities that offer further learning opportunities on top of the basics offered in the preschool class (e.g., sounding out words and printing skills).
Promotion of literacy skills through poems and rhymes, creating and retelling stories and trips to the public library.
Math skills are developed through graphing, classifying, sorting and measuring. We will encourage number recognition and positioning.
Social development will take place through group games and group activities.
Music and movement helps develop math and literacy skills. We will use singing and creative movement in the classroom as well as welcoming musical guests.
Life Skills such as dressing and taking care of personal needs will build self confidence and independence.
Science activities from the Wings of Discovery program help children discover and question how things work.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday KinderPrep PM Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

A program designed to help bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten.

3 - 5 years and developmentally ready for an advanced program
1pm to 4pm September to June
1:8 educator to student ratio
No parent volunteers in the classroom
Children registering in KinderPrep must meet with the Educators or have previously attended WCP
$177.19 per month

Tuesday & Thursday KinderPrep PM Program

(Fall 2023/Winter 2024)

A program designed to help bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten.

3 - 5 years and developmentally ready for an advanced program
1pm to 4pm September to June
1:8 educator to student ratio
No parent volunteers in the classroom
Children registering in KinderPrep must meet with the Educators or have previously attended WCP
$118 per month

Curriculum based science and phonics focus for children aged 3 to 5 years. This class has a maximum of 12 students and supervision is provided by two RECE’s.