Classes and fees
Every class runs from 9:00 to 11:45, Monday to Friday, September to June. You choose how many mornings a week; fees are paid monthly over ten months.
Both groups share the room, the garden and both teachers. They come together for work time and outdoor play, and split into their own groups for circle, stories and letters.
For children turning three by December 31 of the year they start. Many are away from home for the first time, so the first weeks go gently and teachers help a lot with coats, toileting and goodbyes.
For four- and five-year-olds who aren't in full-day school yet. Kindergarten in Ontario is optional, and some families choose a quieter half-day year first. This group takes on longer projects and room jobs.
Monthly fees, in Canadian dollars
Fees are the same for both classes. They are paid in ten monthly payments, September to June, by e-transfer or pre-authorized debit. Snack is included.
| Mornings a week | The 3s | The 4s and 5s |
|---|---|---|
| TwoTuesday and Thursday | $295 | Not offered |
| ThreeMonday, Wednesday, Friday | $420 | $420 |
| FiveMonday to Friday | $665 | $665 |
September to June
We follow the local public school calendar for winter break and March break, and close on statutory holidays. We stay open on school PA days. A printed calendar with each year's dates comes home in August.
A gentle start: short first mornings in small groups, with a parent staying the first time.
Closed Labour DayLeaf collecting, apple prints and the first rain-suit days.
Closed Thanksgiving MondayFamily conversations: twenty minutes with your child's teacher.
A quiet month of baking dough and making gifts.
Winter break, about two weeksSnow play every morning that the wind chill allows.
Current families confirm next yearRegistration requests for September are read and visits begin.
Closed Family DaySeed starting on the window sill.
March break, one weekSecond family conversations, and the worm bin wakes up.
Closed Good Friday and Easter MondayPlanting week in the raised beds.
Closed Victoria DayLast mornings in the garden and a picnic for families on the final day.
