Kindergarten Program
4 years to 5 years, where applicable
Ready for school, ready for life
Our Kindergarten classrooms bridge early learning and formal schooling. At this stage, children are refining foundational academic skills, deepening friendships, and developing the independence and resilience that prepare them for a smooth transition to Grade 1. Educators make learning meaningful and fun through play, inquiry, and exploration.
At a Glance
- A bridge between Preschool and Grade 1 with a focus on school readiness.
- Purposeful, inquiry-based learning across all developmental areas.
- Daily opportunities to build independence, empathy, and confidence.
- Ongoing partnership with families to support individual growth and goals.
Daily Care & Routines
Kindergarteners thrive on predictable routines that promote both structure and autonomy.
Learning Environments
Small-group and individual learning time provides opportunities to explore early literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving.
Rest & Reflection
Children who no longer nap have quiet time to read, create, or engage in calm, independent play.
Meals
Family-style dining continues to build community, cooperation, autonomy, and self-help skills.
Outdoor Play
Daily outdoor activities encourage teamwork, gross motor development, and social connection.
Learning & Development
An Emergent Curriculum guides learning as children explore their interests through inquiry and experimentation—strengthening skills across four key developmental areas.
Motor Skills
Activities like art, sports, and Munchkinetics and Mini Masters strengthen balance, coordination, and fine motor control needed for writing and active play.
Language
Educators support reading and writing through Alpha-Mania and storytelling that develop phonetic awareness, comprehension, and creative expression.
Cognitive Growth
STREAM learning (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math) inspires curiosity and critical thinking through hands-on projects and experiments.
Social–Emotional Development
Teachers model empathy, collaboration, and self-regulation—helping children navigate friendships, manage emotions, and build confidence in group settings.
Proprietary Learning Programs
Kindergarteners take part in all of our proprietary programs—engaging, multi-sensory experiences unique to Kids & Company that help children to reach their developmental milestones.
Alpha-Mania
Our early literacy program builds a foundation in literacy through music, storytelling, and phonetic play.
Mini Masters
Our fine arts program introduces children to renowned artists and their techniques, encouraging creativity.
Munchkinetics
Our movement and physical education program builds coordination, balance, and self-confidence through music and physical play
Enrichment Programs
Kindergarteners gain curiosity, awareness, and meaningful early learning experiences through enrichment programs.
- Sign Language enhances communication, inclusion, and understanding of non-verbal expression.
- Yoga promotes calm, mindfulness, and emotional regulation through playful stretching and breathing.
- French reinforces language and cognitive skills through songs, stories, and games.
- STREAM concepts—Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math—are woven into our play-based curriculum to encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving.
Our Kindergarten Program helps children connect knowledge with confidence, preparing them for the next chapter in their educational journey.
Educators nurture curiosity, perseverance, and self-esteem, ensuring every child feels ready and excited to take on Grade 1. Through collaborative learning, friendship, and fun, children leave our program as capable, caring, and confident learners—ready for school and ready for life.
Nutritious meals from the Kidco Kitchen
At the majority of our locations, children enjoy a hot lunch and three snacks each day, prepared by our Kidco Kitchen — made from scratch with no additives, preservatives, or artificial flavours or colours.
Learn more about the Kidco Kitchen
Real-Time Updates with the Kindertales Mobile App
Kindertales is our mobile app designed to keep you in the loop with real-time updates from your child’s classroom. You’ll receive daily reports with photos and details on what your child eats, their nap times, curriculum activities, milestones and more. Delivering mid-day smiles as well as important insight into your child’s day.
Login to Kindertales Mobile App
Secure Live Video Access to Your Child’s Day
Available at the majority of our centres, our password-protected webcameras offer a secure, real-time view into your child’s classroom, so you can stay connected no matter where you are. Whether you’re out of town and missing their smile, or just want to check if they’re still napping before pickup, our webcams give you a front-row seat to their day.
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Transition Week
To ensure a smooth and positive start to care, Kids & Company provides families the benefit of a transition week.
Transition week begins one week prior to your child’s first week of care and is a five-day schedule designed to gradually introduce children to their new learning environments, educators, and peers. It helps to ease separation anxiety and to foster an overall positive introduction to care for the whole family.