4–5 years

Pre-Kindergarten

Play-based learning for 4 to 5 year olds in the year before kindergarten.

Book a tour for a pre-kindergartener See the rooms in the tour

What to expect

  • Licensed child care, with Play-based learning.
  • Age-appropriate activities that help children get ready for kindergarten
  • Diversity and inclusion: every child and every family is welcome.
  • Full time and part time (mornings or afternoons), Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 5:30pm
Group size and ratio
Ask the centre
Getting ready for kindergarten
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Meals and rest
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A day in Pre-Kindergarten

Longer projects, group time, early literacy and math through play, creative play, stories and outdoor time when the weather allows. The sample day shows the usual shape of the day; exact times vary.

Room photos

Real photos of each centre’s rooms are on the Hocking Avenue and Olds Drive pages. Ask on your tour which room your child would use. Ask the centre

Pre-Kindergarten questions

Is this the same as kindergarten?

No. It is licensed child care for children aged 4–5 years, the year before they start kindergarten at school, with play-based learning through the day. Ask the centre how the program is licensed.

Can my child attend part time?

Full time and part time (mornings or afternoons) spaces are offered. Ask about availability for your start date.

Do you accept ACCB and CCFRI?

Yes. See fees & subsidies.

Other programs: Infants · Toddlers · Preschool