Preschool
Registration for the 2022/2023 School YearPreschools at Richmond community facilities are designed to develop the whole child intellectually, socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively. A positive and encouraging learning environment is provided where children of various cultures and backgrounds share and learn about each other. The preschool term runs September 2022 to June 2023 with a winter and spring break vacation. Children can be signed up for more than one preschool program, up to a maximum of five sessions per week. For all licensed preschools, children must turn the appropriate age by December 31, 2022.
Fees
A non-refundable registration fee $50 will be processed In order to secure a space(s). Fees are payable by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or cheque are due at registration. Monthly post-dated payments for the remainder of the school year are accepted.
Contact Catherine Nevada, Preschool Coordinator, at catherine.nevada@richmond.ca or 604-238-8088 for more information.
New! - Preschool - Steveston Nature Explorers Licensed
Children whose birth years are 2018 and 2019 are qualified to register in this play-based program that focuses on deepening our connection to the land we are on by bringing the outside elements of nature into the classroom through a nature-based approach to learning with art, music, literature, language, social responsibility and diversity.. This program allows for flexibility to accommodate your schedule by giving you the option to pick and to choose the days that work best for your family. Participants must register for a minimum of two days up to a maximum of five days.
| Days | Times | Fees | Event ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00am-1:00pm | $100.95/month | #144646 |
| Tue | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144653 |
| Wed | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144654 |
| Thu | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144655 |
| Fri | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144659 |
Preschool - Little Anchors Licensed
Children whose birth years are 2018 and 2019 are qualified to register in this play-based program that focuses on fine arts, science, gardening, intergenerational programming, yoga and music movements. This program allows for flexibility to accommodate your schedule by giving you the option to pick and to choose the days that work best for your family. Participants must register for a minimum of two days up to a maximum of five days.
| Days | Times | Fees | Event ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00am-1:00pm | $100.95/month | #144590 |
| Tue | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144595 |
| Wed | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144629 |
| Thu | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144638 |
| Fri | 9:00am-1:00pm | $117.20/month | #144642 |
Preschool - Rainbow Preschool Licensed
Children whose birth years are 2018 and 2019 are qualified to register in this play-based program that is a specialty introduction to languages and cultures designed for three and four year olds. Our goal is to introduce various languages and cultures to your child in a fun, positive and enriching environment.
| Days | Times | Fees | Event ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon/Wed/Fri | 9:00am-1:00pm | $328.85/month | #143694 |
| Tue/Thu | 9:00am-12:00pm | $175.80/month | #143696 |
Times for Twos
This program prepares children for preschool and builds on fine motor skills and emotional skills in this play-based and social program. Parents may or may not be required to attend. Children must be two years old by December 31, 2022. This program is for 2020 birth year and runs September 2022 to June 2023.
Note: Times for Twos is unlicensed*.
| Days | Times | Fees | Event ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:15-11:15am | $74.45/month | #144668 |
| Tue | 9:15-11:15am | $86.45/month | #144670 |
| Wed | 9:15-11:15am | $86.45/month | #144672 |
| Thu | 9:15-11:15am | $86.45/month | #144677 |
*An unlicensed program means that it is unable to provide Ministry of Children support programs and grants and is not monitored by the Health Department. However, the standard of care provided is similar, if not the same, as licensed programs.