Bells Corners Cooperative Nursery School values inclusive, play-based learning for children of all abilities. We offer half-day, part-time programing for children aged 2 to 5 years. Please visit our website at bccns.ca or email us at
[email protected] for more information.
Program:1
* Preschool half-day option for toddlers 2, 3 or 5 days per week.
* The maximum class size is 15 children with 3 teachers and 1 duty parent.
* Children still in diapers are welcome. We can help with potty training!
* Program runs from 9am-11:30am (2.5hrs) with the option of extended hours from 8:30am-noon (3.5hrs).
* The best way for your toddler to learn is through play, observation, and conversation. In our program there is an emphasis on developing a positive self-image, increasing independence, and supporting language expansion and development. This is accomplished through a wide variety of creative activities and learning centres such as the dramatic play area, art area, sensory area, block area, and fine motor/cognitive area. More structured times include “circle” for storytelling, songs, movement and music, and special activities.
* Gross motor play is a daily occurrence in the outside play yard or indoor gym. The play yard is fenced in and shaded by mature trees. Each age group gets independent time to play in the yard. If the weather does not permit outdoor play there is a gymnasium stocked with a variety of equipment.
* Program is closed for two weeks at the end of December & beginning of January. Program is closed for one week for March Break.
Program:2
* Preschool half-day program runs 2, 3 or 5 mornings per week.
* Program hours are 9am-11:30am (2.5hrs) with option of extended fun from 8:30am-noon (3.5hrs).
* The maximum class size is 24 children with 3 teachers and 1 duty parent.
* Children still in diapers are welcome. We can help with potty training!
* A progress report is completed by the teacher at the end of the year.
* Your child will be 3 years old by December 31st of the school year.
* The best way for your preschooler to learn is through play, observation, and conversation. Your three-year-old will now begin to play co-cooperatively with other children in small groups, share her/his toys and develop friendships. Our program has an emphasis on sharing and co-operating with friends. This is accomplished through a wide variety of creative activities and learning centers such as the dramatic play area, art area, sensory area, block area, fine motor/cognitive area, and language area. More structured times include “circle” for storytelling, songs, movement and music, and special activities.
* Gross motor play is a daily occurrence in the outside play yard (new in Spring 2013 and meets the Ministry’s safety standards). The play yard is fenced in and shaded by mature trees. Each age group gets independent time to play in the yard. If the weather does not permit outdoor play there is a gymnasium stocked with a variety of equipment.Program:3
* School Readiness program helps preschoolers enjoy school routines, learn independent care skills and get excited about big-kid school!
* Preschool half-day program runs 2, 3 or 5 afternoons per week.
* Program hours are 1pm-3:30pm (2.5hrs)
* The maximum class size is 16 children with a minimum of 2 teachers.
* Children still in diapers are welcome. We can help with potty training!
* A progress report is completed by the teacher at the end of the year.
* Your child will be 3 years old by December 31st of the school year.
* The best way for your preschooler to learn is through play, observation, and conversation. Your three-year-old will now begin to play co-cooperatively with other children in small groups, share her/his toys and develop friendships. This program has an emphasis on routines, self-care, independence skills, sharing and co-operating with friends. This is accomplished through a wide variety of creative activities and learning centers such as the dramatic play area, art area, sensory area, block area, fine motor/cognitive area, and language area. More structured times include “circle” for storytelling, songs, movement and music, and special activities.
* Gross motor play is a daily occurrence in the outside play yard (new in Spring 2013 and meets the Ministry’s safety standards). The play yard is fenced in and shaded by mature trees. Each age group gets independent time to play in the yard. If the weather does not permit outdoor play there is a gymnasium stocked with a variety of equipment.Program:4
* Kinders program is an addition or replacement for tradition JK/SK programs. Friends join our programs for low-ratio attention, small class sizes, focused teacher attention, and shorter program time than full-day options.
* All curriculum standards set by the Ontario Ministry of Education are met or exceeded!
* Helps JK & SK children ease into school, enjoy learning, connect with their peers and teachers, learn independent care skills and learn to LOVE school!
* Kinders half-day program runs 4 afternoons per week.
* Program hours are 1pm-3:30pm (2.5hrs)
* The maximum class size is 8 children with a minimum of 1 teachers.
* Children still in diapers are welcome. We can help with potty training!
* The curriculum contains an introduction to French.
* Children bring their own snack from home to encourage independence
* Your child will be 4 or 5 years old by December 31st of the school year (some exceptions are made).
* The Kinders program offers your child the opportunity for a positive first school experience while further developing new skills and abilities and self-confidence before entering larger school systems.
* The Kinders program can be either a substitute for or a supplement to Junior or Senior Kindergarten. Our teachers offer a flexible program within the classroom based on the Emergent Curriculum approach.
* In our program there is an emphasis on developing independence while promoting learning through play with developmentally appropriate activities. At this age children will participate in a wide variety of activities involving both group and individual interaction. They will expand their problem solving abilities, their grasp of language, their memory and their listening skills while enjoying relationships with classmates and interacting with the teachers.
* We offer a wide variety of creative activities and learning centers such as the dramatic play area, art area, sensory area, block area, fine motor/cognitive area, language area, math and science area and the computer area. More structured times include circle for storytelling, songs, music and movement, introduction to French and computers, news time, special guests and local field trips (e.g. fire station, library).
* Gross motor play is a daily occurrence in the outside play yard (new in September 1999 and meets the Ministry’s safety standards). The play yard is fenced in and shaded by mature trees. Each age group gets independent time to play in the yard. If the weather does not permit outdoor play there is a gymnasium stocked with a variety of equipment.
* Parents are not required to perform duty days in the kinders program. However, from time to time, parents will be asked to assist with supervision of the children on field trips and special events, and to provide various baking ingredients or home materials to enhance special projects in the program. If you are interested in participating in the classroom at any time throughout the year please let the teachers or the Program Director know so it can be arranged at a time convenient for all. Your participation is welcomed and encouraged.
* To keep you abreast of your child’s development, there is a formal parent-teacher interview conducted at mid-year and a full report card given at the end of the school year. Informally, you are welcomed to ask questions or express concerns about your child’s development on a more frequent basis. As well, because the BCCNS has an excellent teacher/student ratio (1:8 ratio) and a maximum class size of 8 students, our teachers can regularly provide your child with individual and personal attention in a caring and nurturing environment that addresses the social, emotional, physical and intellectual needs of your child.
