Creative, Curious + Kind!

for little ones (ages 3-4)

A gradual transition
for little ones
before starting a larger
preschool program or kindergarten.

Registration for Spring Session
the first week of February

  • 11 weeks of recreational programming (3 hour sessions) with snack included!

  • A small group setting of 8 kids or less

  • Facilitated by an Ontario Certified Teacher (B.A. B.Ed., M. Ed)

We Care About Kids

  • feeling supported and cared for

  • developing their social emotional skills

  • developing their literacy and mathematics skills through play

  • enjoying learning + feeling excited by it

  • feeling confident + capable

  • being curious and exploring what interests them

  • experiencing a playful childhood

Our Program

Our morning is filled with play, stories, and creation.


Soft Start
Kiddos arrive anytime after 9 a.m.
Free play gives kids time to settle in and feel grounded before we come together.

Community Circle
We gather for a shared experience - whether it’s a story, a song, something playful. We value time together and listening to one another.

Shared Snack
We learn to set the table, sit together, and share food over conversation.

Creative Learning
Kids bring their ideas to life using a variety of materials - whether drawing, painting, construction and more. We have fun being curious together.

Flow of the Day

So it’s “just” play?!

Yes, and some of the greatest leaders
in education worldwide are
huge supporters of play. We are too.

Learn more about a Pedagogy of Play
from researchers at the
Harvard Graduate School of Education

Learning

Through Play

Our short day model focuses on social learning + play, not child care.

Social Learning with Peers

  • taking turns and sharing materials

  • resolving small conflicts and playing cooperatively

  • communicating needs and feelings

  • learning routines

Free Play

  • engaging in dramatic play, building, art and sensory play, puzzles + games

Community Circle

  • turn taking, listening, sharing our ideas and learning to self regulate

  • listening to stories, talking about the day, discussing emotions or experiences, show and tell

Creativity + Expression

  • drawing, painting, cutting, gluing, music, movement, dancing, storytelling and puppets

Independence and Self Care

  • hanging up their own coat, setting the table, tidying up materials, following simple routines

  • "Thank you again for creating such a thoughtful and nurturing environment for her."

    - Laura M

  • "So thankful for you and for this program and space you’ve created ❤️"

    - Lauren M

  • "Thank you! She kept saying “want to hear more about my morning??”

    - Jill P

Interesting Facts

  • In countries like Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Australia, 3 and 4 year olds participate in morning only programs (half days)

  • Benefits of short-day programs for children include: strong social skills, better emotional regulation, love of learning, play-based cognitive growth, a smooth transition to formal school, with balance between home and school.

  • Most research suggests that for many 3 - 4 year olds, the optimal amount of formal early childhood programming is roughly 2 - 5 hours per day and/or 2 - 4 days a week (provided the program is high quality)

  • Across multiple countries, studies repeatedly show that a high-quality part-day program can be more beneficial than a low-quality full-day program

  • Key quality factors include: well trained teachers, low child-to-teacher ratios, play-based, developmentally appropropriate curriculum, warm and responsive relationships, and a rich language environment

  • Developmental research emphasizes that for 3-4 year olds, time at home still matters a lot for: attachment and emotional security, unstructured play, family relationships, rest and downtime

Registration

Spring Session
April to June 2026

Choose one day or both!
Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - noon
(starting April 7th - June 16th)

Wednesdays, 9 a.m. - noon
(starting April 8th - June 17th)


One Day a Week
$973.50 + HST
Payment made in full at time of registration or payment plan available ($733.37 at registration and $366.63 by April 1st).

Two Days a Week
$1,750 + HST
Payment made in full at time of registration or payment plan available ($988.75 at registration and $988.75 by April 1st).

Registration Opens:
first week of February!
(here through website)


Note: Priority will be given first to families participating in the Fall or Winter sessions.

FAQs

Does my kiddo need to use the washroom independently?

Yes, please. Our program is suited for kiddos who are using the washroom on their own. We have a toddler sized washroom downstairs that kiddos LOVE because everything is their size and within reach.

Do I need to pack a snack?

No, we got it! We love that you don’t have to worry about packing one. We set the table together, gather and enjoy a morning snack.