Monday/Wednesday/Friday Jr. Kindergarten classes are 2.5 hours in length and are offered at 3 different times (Tuscany & Nolan Hill only):
Tuition: $200 per month (September to June)
Jr. Kindergarten is a Kindergarten readiness program for children who are 4 years old by December 31, 2024.
For children 4 yrs and older the ratio is 1:12 as set out by the provincial government. At Kaleidoscope Kids Preschool we maintain a 1:11 teacher/student ratio in our Jr. Kindergarten classes.
The Jr. Kindergarten children will embark on a learning adventure that will progressively challenge language and math experiences. The classes are designed to enrich both the mind and character of every child within an environment rich in fun, phonics, art, science, math, language instruction and self esteem building activities.
All Jr. Kindergarten programs include:
The following is a general outline of our Jr. Kindergarten classroom routine:
Greetings – Every day children will be greeted by their teachers and join in for a short free play time in the classroom.
Circle Time – Children sing hello, talk about the theme, have a story based on the theme and discuss the craft that day. Games, songs and discussions promote development in language, number skills and social interactions.
Gym or Musical Time - Physical education is a fun and busy time! There will be a combination of teacher directed and free play with the equipment and instruments provided allowing for gross motor development and creative movement.
Snack – Children as a group wash their hands to sit down for snack provided from home. Having the children get into the practice of washing hands first promotes healthy eating habits. Once snack time is over, the children throw away their own trash. Snack is an important time for children to learn and practice socialization skills.
Centres - Art is an integral part of an early childhood program and a themed craft will be offered each day or a theme long project. Children are free to circulate among the choice of centres and activities set out for them. They are encouraged and guided in cooperative play throughout this time. Rotating centers such as the sand/water table, dramatic play areas, science and discovery, building, puzzles and games, listening centre and the reading centre will provide rich opportunities for global development.
Closing Circle Time – A second story based on the ‘Letter of the Week’ on Mondays. Wednesday and Friday children are encouraged to bring in photos of the letter we are discussing and show them to their class. It’s then time for Show & share and Calendar activities by the special helper. Each class will wind down with songs, finger plays and a short discussion of the day's events and discuss what is coming up for our next class. Everyone sings good-bye!
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Throughout the year to enhance our curriculum we have special events or in-services in the classroom.
Event Photo Gallery
For all families currently enrolled in our Jr. Kindergarten program we have a photo gallery for special events captured on camera. All pictures are on password protected galleries so parents can catch a glimpse of each special event and your child.
- 8:30-11:00
- 9:30-12:00
- 11:30-2:00
Tuition: $200 per month (September to June)
Jr. Kindergarten is a Kindergarten readiness program for children who are 4 years old by December 31, 2024.
For children 4 yrs and older the ratio is 1:12 as set out by the provincial government. At Kaleidoscope Kids Preschool we maintain a 1:11 teacher/student ratio in our Jr. Kindergarten classes.
The Jr. Kindergarten children will embark on a learning adventure that will progressively challenge language and math experiences. The classes are designed to enrich both the mind and character of every child within an environment rich in fun, phonics, art, science, math, language instruction and self esteem building activities.
All Jr. Kindergarten programs include:
- Two-week themes
- Circle time with themed story time
- Weekly letter book and activities
- Gross motor activity daily
- Science centre activities
- Student projects
- Centres daily (dramatic play, sand table, manipulative centre, etc.)
- Alphabet Workbook
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Arts & Crafts daily
- Math centre activities
- Calendar and weather activities daily
- Show and share
- Special Helper Days
- Special in-services during theme related topics
The following is a general outline of our Jr. Kindergarten classroom routine:
Greetings – Every day children will be greeted by their teachers and join in for a short free play time in the classroom.
Circle Time – Children sing hello, talk about the theme, have a story based on the theme and discuss the craft that day. Games, songs and discussions promote development in language, number skills and social interactions.
Gym or Musical Time - Physical education is a fun and busy time! There will be a combination of teacher directed and free play with the equipment and instruments provided allowing for gross motor development and creative movement.
Snack – Children as a group wash their hands to sit down for snack provided from home. Having the children get into the practice of washing hands first promotes healthy eating habits. Once snack time is over, the children throw away their own trash. Snack is an important time for children to learn and practice socialization skills.
Centres - Art is an integral part of an early childhood program and a themed craft will be offered each day or a theme long project. Children are free to circulate among the choice of centres and activities set out for them. They are encouraged and guided in cooperative play throughout this time. Rotating centers such as the sand/water table, dramatic play areas, science and discovery, building, puzzles and games, listening centre and the reading centre will provide rich opportunities for global development.
Closing Circle Time – A second story based on the ‘Letter of the Week’ on Mondays. Wednesday and Friday children are encouraged to bring in photos of the letter we are discussing and show them to their class. It’s then time for Show & share and Calendar activities by the special helper. Each class will wind down with songs, finger plays and a short discussion of the day's events and discuss what is coming up for our next class. Everyone sings good-bye!
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Throughout the year to enhance our curriculum we have special events or in-services in the classroom.
- Mad Science Calgary
- Pizza Fun Day
- Christmas Concert
- Holiday Fun Days
- Calgary Reptiles
- LEGO Smart Education
- Graduation ceremonies for our Jr. Kindergarten classes
- Year-end Picnics
- and more...
Event Photo Gallery
For all families currently enrolled in our Jr. Kindergarten program we have a photo gallery for special events captured on camera. All pictures are on password protected galleries so parents can catch a glimpse of each special event and your child.
