Pre-Kindergarten

Pre-Kindergarten - Growing a Strong Future

2021-22 Pre-K Program

Half days (am or pm)
Children born in 2017 with mild, moderate or severe needs, or those who are cognitively advanced/gifted are eligible to qualify
Children born in 2018 with a significant need and are Program Unit Funded (PUF) are eligible to qualify
If your child does not qualify for Pre-K programing as per Alberta Education guidelines, attending as a Play Partner may be considered
Additional programming hours/full days may be available for Pre-K children

Qualifying for Pre-K

Complete the Pre-K Intake Form
Book a screening appointment through Central Office, 780.939.4341 ext. 1257
Screenings begin in March 2021
Child must be accompanied by a legal guardian at the screening appointment
Child may be assessed by a Sturgeon Public Schools Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist or Educational Psychologist for a STURGEON PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRE-K PROGRAM ONLY
Assessment results from other agencies such as Alberta Health Services or private agencies are also considered and reviewed for qualification

Pre-K Classes Are Supported By:

Importance of Pre-K Programming

Scientific research shows that learning, brain development, mental health and physical health development is rapid in early childhood
Early learning programs help enhance language skills, emotional control, peer social skills, literacy and numeracy
Early childhood development and intervention sets the course for a child's future and largely determines how well children will do later in school

Philosophy and Values

To meet the needs of children by nurturing their strengths and curiosity
Support children using a team approach, to reach their optimal development in a play based environment
Inspiring a love of lifelong learning
Connecting with compassion and creating a safe place for learning
Communicating in a positive, clear open manner

Reggio Inspired

Children have choices over learning process
Children learn best through a variety of senses and emotions
Children must have a relationship with other children and their environment
Children's interests, excitement, and questions are embedded in our approach
Children must have endless ways and opportunities to express themselves
children have opportunities to extend their knowledge and thinking skills to achieve personal best

Curriculum

Pre-K curriculum is based on an adapted version of the Creative Curriculum for Preschool Children

Curricular Areas Include:

Please view our Pre-K Video

For more information, please refer to the Pre-K Parent Handbook