Our commitment to education
We are committed to providing a fully inclusive environment in accordance with Ontario’s programming and pedagogy "How Does Learning Happen?"
Using this as a guideline, we aim to:
- Cultivate authentic, caring relations and connections, and create a sense of belonging among and between children, adults and the world around them
- Nurture children’s well-being and healthy development, and support their growing sense of self
- Provide an environment and experiences that engage children in active, creative and meaningful exploration, play and inquiry
- Foster communication and expression in many different forms
Infants 6 to 18 months
Infants are born ready to learn, and they develop emotionally, physically and intellectually in leaps and bounds during their important first year. As they grow, they begin exploring their environment: to touch and manipulate objects to learn about the world around them. We nurture and care for infants using a play-based philosophy in our relaxed, safe, stimulating and happy infant room. We are happy to follow established routines from home.
- Sensory Development
- Songs, Words, Stories and Gestures
- Activities to Develop Gross and Fine Motor Skills
- Outdoor play
As your child grows and becomes more independent, they will gain skills for successful transition to a toddler program.
Toddler & Preschool 18 months to 4 years
This age group has a desire to learn, exhibited by their enthusiasm to explore the world around them. Our unique, challenging and diverse program combines professional childcare with early childhood education. Skills are developed through a variety of planned learning activities.
- Learning to Count
- Music, Art and Movement
- Language Skills – Books and Dramatic Play; Circle Time and Storytelling
- Learning to Formulate Sentences
- Creative Learning and Free Play
- Manipulative Play
Our children develop independence, as well as important social and language skills.
PRESCHOOL FRENCH 18 months to 4 years
The goal of our French Immersion Preschool is to introduce non-Francophone children to the French language and help equip them for Kindergarten in a French program. The Educator models french for children using a 'sandwich' approach, French - English - French, starting with simple words, common phrases and basic language structure.
- Learning to Count
- Music, Art and Movement
- Language Skills – Books and Dramatic Play; Circle Time and Storytelling
- Learning to Formulate Sentences
- Creative Learning and Free Play
- Manipulative Play
Children develop independence, as well as important social and French language skills.
Kindergarten - FULL DAY 4 TO 6 YEARS
Our program is designed to position students to excel in kindergarten, while providing them with a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Our program integrates discovery-based learning and traditional teaching, with a teacher-child ratio of 1:10.
- Reading, Writing and Mathematics
- Play-based Learning
- Activities to Develop Social Skills
- Music, Movement and Art
- Science and Technology
- Physical Education and Outdoor Play
Children develop intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally prepared to enter Elementary School.
School Age 4 YEARS to 12 Years
We offer homework support and tutoring, along with exercises that are academic-linked as well as fun and engaging, both before and after school.
Kids Camps - 18 months to 12 years
We offer day camp programs in the summer months as well as March break and December. Children already in our care respond well to remaining in familiar surroundings, with consistent menu and many staff members from the school year. Our camps also welcome children who don’t attend SSCC during the regular school year.
Field Trips
Our field trips are fun and educational, helping children to experience more of the world around them. Parents are always welcome to attend field trips and enjoy a day out with the Centre.
- Destinations may include: a farm, museum, grocery store, cooking classes and indoor playgrounds
- Visits to local Fire Halls, Doctors and Dentists help children become familiar with these professions while learning about the neighbourhood
Extended Care - SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY
We offer before and after school care options. Contact the office for details.
