program

The Learning Nook is a home preschool that offers full-day and half-day programs. We are located in the Bel-Air Park neighbourhood. Our beautifully renovated preschool room is located in a bright and spacious basement with direct access to a secure outdoor space in the backyard. 

We provide whole group and small group activities with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning. The children will be introduced to French vocabulary and phrases during our circle times which will then be incorporated throughout the day. 

Our learning day starts at 9:00 a.m. and goes until 4:00 p.m. We offer outdoor supervision in the morning from 8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. For a complete schedule please see below. 

Our school year runs from Tuesday, September 5, 2023 to Friday, June 28, 2024. 

Circle Time

We begin our morning and afternoon with a brief Circle Time. This is a valuable time where we may introduce new learning opportunities, play a game, sing songs or listen to a read-aloud. This is a time where children can share ideas and ask questions. We gather again at the end of the day to say our goodbyes and reflect on our time during the day. 

Learning Centres

Throughout the day, children will have the opportunity to choose from the different learning activities that are set up. Some of the learning centres will be independent play, and others will be guided by a teacher. 

Outdoor Play

We have a few set times for outdoor play during the day. This is a time where children are invited to participate in physical education and movement games, as well as to have some unstructured "free play" time. We end our day in the backyard with time outdoors. 

Eating Times

We will have a lunch time and a morning and afternoon snack time. We ask that parents send their child to school with a small lunch. Snacks will be provide by the preschool. We will have a variety of nutritious foods available during snack, including fresh fruits and vegetables and homemade foods. 

Quiet Time

Each day after lunch the children will have a sleep or rest time. Each child will be provided a mat, which will be cleaned on a regular basis. Parents are asked to provide a blanket for their child.

Movement & Mindfulness

As we ease into the afternoon, the children will have an opportunity to participate in stretching and breathing exercises.