Passages Pre-Kindergarten
For children 3 -5 years old.
About Passages Pre-Kindergarten:
Between birth and 5 years, children learn at a rapid rate.
The Passage Pre-Kindergarten program has a curriculum which:
fosters learning and assists in smooth transitions from preschool to Kindergarten.
Pre-Kindergarten (and Kindergarten) support “Learning through Play”.
incorporates the best balance of both teacher facilitated thematic programming and open ended child-led opportunities.
recognizes early literacy as the foundation to all learning and incorporates early literacy whenever possible into the day to day programming.
Pre-Kindergarten is a well-balanced program which addresses all areas of a child's growth; social, emotional, physical and cognitive.
PLAY: Explore our child-centered environment. Pre-Kindergarten provides opportunities which assist in a smooth transition to Kindergarten.
Our program adheres to the philosophy of "Learning Through Play", and provides activities which are fun, open ended and educational while keeping your child engaged and stimulated.
Our classrooms have wonderfully equipped centers that the children may rotate through as they choose during "Center Time".
Ample opportunities for interaction with peers and teachers help to develop positive relationships.
LEARN: Nurture emergent literacy by encouraging interest in reading and writing.
Our program stimulates your child in the areas of social, emotional, intellectual, physical, and creative growth.
We are strong supporters of the importance of Early Literacy.
Children are provided opportunity for fine motor skills development.
Our program is enhanced through partnership with outside providers, off-site trips and in-class presenters.
CURRICULUM: The Best of Both Worlds: Thematic & Open Ended Programming
"Learning Through Play" is an important part of our philosophy, enhanced with an educational component as we prepare children for the next step of their educational journey. Program Teachers plan thematically, but also take children's interests into consideration throughout the planning process. Our early literacy focus recognizes the fact that literacy is the basis for all learning. The program stimulates all areas of a child's growth and development.
Our well equipped classrooms allow children to explore the following centers:
puzzles, paint easel, manipulatives, toy shelves, reading centre, science table, puppet play, playdough, large and small blocks, art & craft station, housekeeping, sand, water.
Learning opportunities integrate Reading Readiness, Math Readiness, Social Studies, Science, and Social Skills.
The program also provides opportunities for large motor movement, as well as field trips and special in-class visitors.
OFF-SITE TRIPS AND IN-CLASS PRESENTATIONS: Off-site trips and special in-class presentations which enhance the children's educational experience.
Examples of off-site trips: Telus Spark Science Centre/Creative Kids Museum, Butterfield Acres Farm, Calgary Zoo, Calgary Corn Maze, Bow Valley Habitat, Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and the local library.
Examples of in-class visitors: Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, Mad Science, Butterfly Wings ‘n Wishes
CLASS ROUTINE: A typical daily routine in our classes involves…
Circle Time(s)
Center Time
Snack Time (parents provide the snack)
Large Motor Movement - either in the gym, outside or through the use of action songs
Where do we offer our Passages Pre-Kindergarten program?
Sunnyside School
211 7 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1S2
Brentwood at Hope Lutheran
3527 Boulton Road NW, Calgary, AB
Genesis Centre
7555 Falconridge Blvd NE #10, Calgary, AB T3J 0C9
Ranchlands Community Association
PROGRAM FEES/SCHEDULE
See specific LOCATION page for information regarding fees and daily/weekly class schedules.
REGISTRATION
Registration requirements for the Pre-Kindergarten program are as follows:
Children must be between the ages of 3 and 5.
Registration is ongoing throughout the year, and children may begin our program upon turning 3 years of age.
Children must be potty trained to attend classes.