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School Year

The school is open early September to mid June. The school will be closed on the same holiday schedule used by the Ottawa – Carleton District School Board, excluding PD days, when we remain open. The school will be closed the first day after the Christmas break.

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Our Program Hours

AM programs: 9:15 to 11:30  Tuesday, Thursday
9:15 to 11:30  Monday, Wednesday, Friday
PM program:  1:00 to 3:15  Monday, Wednesday, Friday

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Age Requirements

AM programs: children 2 ½ years old by September of registering year
PM program: children 3 years old by December of registering year 

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What is the commitment for parents/caregivers at a cooperative preschool?

Please read our FAQs for details.

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Daily Schedule

Free Play – Children are self directed as they explore a wide range of developmentally appropriate, hands-on activities in the learning centers of the school.  Children work independently and cooperatively in small groups, experiencing opportunities for social interaction, language development, problem solving and creative expression.

Classroom Learning Centers:

  • Science and Nature
  • Reading Center
  • Language Arts
  • Blocks
  • Dramatic Play
  • Puzzles and Manipulatives
  • Sensory Play
  • Creative Arts
  • Computer

Dress-Up is my favourite part of all the world...because it is fun! – Alison, Age 3
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I like art because I get to paint and put a smock on – Parker J, Age 3½

classroom photoTidy Up – Children are given time to finish their activity; then work cooperatively with peers and adults to put the toys away.

Snack – At the snack table children relax and enjoy a healthy, nutritious snack.

Circle Time - During this small group time, children actively participate in fingerplays, songs movement activities and stories to learn new concepts and skills.


I like that we sit down and don’t have to wiggle but sometimes my bum gets hot from sitting down – Susannah, Age 3
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I like that I bang a drum and say “MY NAME IS PARKER” – Parker F, Age 2½



Outdoor Play – Weather permitting; it’s off to the playground to explore the climber, sand, and outdoor toys. 



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