Premier Care and Education Programs in Calgary & Chestermere, AB
Preschool & Jr. Kindergarten
Ages 3-5
Our innovative and comprehensive approach to early childhood education combines the best of Montessori, Piaget, Reggio, Gardner and Arts-based educational methods and philosophies with the purpose of nurturing children’s social, emotional, intellectual, physical and character growth. Our use of ateliers provides a unique experience and ensures consistency and in-depth learning is applied to educational explorations and artful play experimentations in both academics and artistry. By emphasizing higher mental function skills, scaffolding both right and left brain activities and utilizing Gardner’s MI theory, children are provided a solid foundation for success both in school and in life. Kinderhouse is privileged to have talented and highly qualified educators in the field who guide and nurture students’ development. Our aesthetically pleasing classroom environment also complements your child’s learning and growth as an effective third teacher.
Sessional Program Outline:
Our preschool programs run Monday-Friday half-days, both mornings and afternoon, as well as full days.
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Regular Morning Program: 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
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Extended Morning Program: 8:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
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Regular Afternoon Program: 12:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.
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Extended Afternoon Program: 12:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
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Full-Day Preschool Program: 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
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Full-Day Preschool Extended Program: 7:30 until 5:00 p.m.
We offer the option of 2, 3, or 5 days per week of preschool.
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Two-day programs are held on Tue/Thu.
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Three-day programs are held on Mon/Wed/Fri.
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Five-day programs are held Mon-Fri.
Our programming offers explorations and activities in the following key areas:
Our curriculum reflects our vision and values!
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Personal and Social Development: personal well-being, social interactions, community-building, character formation
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Language Arts: oral communication, phonics, reading and writing
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Spanish as a Second Language: oral communication
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Math: numeration, measurement, geometry, patterning, data management, problem-solving
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Science & Culture: exploration & experimentation, use of technology, the great lessons: earth, landforms, solar systems, continents, botany, fauna, anatomy, citizenship
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STEM: Engineering & technology
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Practical Life: grace & courtesy, fine motor, visual discrimination, applied /everyday activities and control of movement exercises
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Physical Activity: gross & fine motor development, gym, yoga
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Outdoor Play & Stewardship: garden program, nature and play zones
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The Arts: visual arts, music, drama and movement
Kinderhouse emphasizes the following: creativity, academics and artistry, integrative educational programming utilizing quality materials, both independent learning and collaborative exploration within community, and quality care.
Kinderhouse is taught by highly-qualified and caring instructors. Each of our staff are credentialed in early childhood education.
