Meadowest Preschool - Our Programs
| Our School |
| Our Programs |
| Times and Fees |
| Our Mission Statement and Philosophies |
Meadowest Preschool is a cooperative preschool that was established in 1977, in the heart of Meadowvale at the Meadowvale Community Centre.
Our preschool offers learning through theme-based play for children 2 1/2 to 5 years old who are toilet trained. Our large classroom provides the children with a variety of play centres which enhance their social, physical, emotional and intellectual skills. The school also has its own fenced playground overlooking Lake Aquitaine.
The teacher to child ratio is 1:8 (1:4 for duty parents, as required). The preschool is licensed by the Ministry of Community and Social Services, and adheres to their strict guidelines.
All children attending Meadowest Preschool will have opportunities for indoor and outdoor play, music, creative arts, circle time (including calendar/weather), imaginative play, sensory play, science, snack and story time. Meadowest also offers many extra activities, including class trips, special events such as puppet shows, and seasonal activities such as our Holiday Pageant, Mother's Day Tea, Graduation and a year-end picnic.
Morning Programs
2AM - Tuesday and Thursday; 9:00 am to 11:30 am
3AM - Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 9:00 am to 11:30 am
5AM - A five day program is also available by choosing both 2AM and 3AM
Afternoon Programs
3PM - Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
- We teach concepts such as counting, colours and shape recognition using an active, play-based program.
- Our children learn through music and finger plays.
- We develop basic socialization skills, such as sharing and learning to take turns.
- Our children participate in circle time and learn to follow directions.
- We provide opportunities for sensory exploration, including play dough, sand, water and rice sensory bins.
- Stories are read and games are played.
- Gross motor skills are developed through indoor and outdoor gross motor play.
- Our children are introduced to oral phonics.
- Families are encouraged to attend fun-filled field trips and special events.
- Sharing and communicating is encouraged through show and tell.
2AM - 2 mornings (Tues, Thurs; 9:00am - 11:30am)
Active $130
Non-Active $188
3AM - 3 mornings (Mon, Wed, Fri; 9:00am - 11:30am)
Active $190
Non-Active $275
5AM - 5 mornings (Mon - Fri; 9:00am - 11:30am)
Active $290
Non-Active $420
3PM - 3 afternoons (Mon, Wed, Fri; 1:00pm - 3:30pm)
Active $190
Non-Active $275
**There is a 5% discount for a 2nd child within the same immediate family.
ALL registration forms, immunization forms and cheques must be completed in full in order for your child to start school.
Please click here for registration forms.
Our Mission Statement and Philosophies
Our mission is to provide early childhood education to children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years, in a unique co-operative setting, located in a dedicated facility. We offer low student-to-teacher ratios, exemplary teaching staff and a fully developed educational program. We encourage open communication between teaching staff and parents.
Our preschool programs are designed to challenge, enlighten and enrich the individual needs and abilities of the children in a safe, enjoyable and nurturing environment. Our caring, positive environment encourages the growth of independence, self-confidence, respect and a sense of responsibility at a level appropriate to the child's development.
We strive to consistently maintain the high standards of education which have established Meadowest Preschool as a premier learning facility. We provide children with basic skills that will promote independence and provide them with a solid foundation for future formal education.
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