Jr. Kindergarten Program
Junior Kindergarten
Program
Welcome!
We are proud to offer a dynamic, structured, and engaging learning environment that builds on foundational skills and prepares children for their transition into Kindergarten. This program is specifically designed for children ages 3.6 to 5 years.
Five half days Free
Our Curriculum:
Our Junior Kindergarten curriculum is thoughtfully crafted to support kindergarten readiness, while continuing to emphasize the importance of hands-on, play-based learning. We nurture the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—through developmentally appropriate programming focused on:
Kindergarten Readiness
Fostering early literacy, numeracy, and cognitive skills through
targeted instruction.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Encouraging independent thought and solution-seeking through guided inquiry and group collaboration.
Social & Emotional Development
Strengthening interpersonal skills, empathy, and self-regulation.
Language & Communication Skills
Expanding vocabulary, sentence structure, and story telling through daily conversations and activities.
Creative Expression & Fine Arts
Developing creativity through music, drama, visual arts, and imaginative play.
Physical
Development
Enhancing gross and fine motor abilities through structured indoor and outdoor activities.
Curriculum Overview
Our curriculum is designed to prepare children for kindergarten while keeping learning fun and engaging.
Language & Literacy
• Letter recognition and phonics
• Early writing skills
• Storytime and comprehension
Math,Science & Art Integration
• Number recognition and counting
• Basic patterns and problem-solving
• Sorting and classifying objects
• Hands-on experiments
• Learning about seasons, animals, and plants
• Painting, drawing, and crafting
Social& Emotional Learning
• Sharing, taking turns, and cooperation
• Managing emotions and self-regulation
• Building confidence and independence
Fine& Gross Motor Development
• Cutting, drawing, and pre-writing skills
• Outdoor play and coordination activities
Classroom Environment
Our classrooms are structured to encourage exploration and learning. Key learning centers include:
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Reading
Corner
Books, storytelling props
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Math &
Manipulatives
Puzzles, counting games
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Art
Station
Crayons, paint, craft
supplies
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Dramatic
Play Area
Dress-up, role-playing
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Science &
Nature Table
Magnifying glasses,
sensory bins
Daily Schedule
Program Hours:
We offer two convenient session times to accommodate different schedules:
Morning Session:
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Afternoon Session:
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Below is a Typical Schedule for Both Morning and Afternoon Session
8:30am | 12:30pm
Welcome & Free Play
8:45am | 12:45pm
Morning Circle & Calendar Time
9:00am | 1:00pm
Learning Blocks (literacy, math, science,thematic units)
10:15am | 2:15pm
Snack Time
10:30am | 2:30pm
Outdoor Play & Physical Education
11:00am | 3:00pm
Fine Arts & Creative Projects
11:20am | 3:20pm
Closing Circle & Story Time
11:30am | 3:30pm
Dismissal
Junior Kindergarten
Program
Children need to be at the school no later than:
15 minutes past the start time of the program,
8:45AM / 12:45 PM Children arriving later than that will not be admitted into the program for the day, as this is when our programming begins with its first learning block. Once programming begins, we need to stay focused as we only have a short period of time together every day.
Thank you for your understanding.
Cost: 💲0
Our Junior Kindergarten program is
Completely free for families
Our Junior Kindergarten program offers an enriching and supportive environment where children can thrive, explore their interests, and build the confidence and skills needed for their next big step—Kindergarten!These programs are offered at all Building Blocks locations in dedicated classrooms specific just to this program.
In our Southlands location, we are pleased to offer both Preschool and JuniorKindergarten in the same classroom.
To register:
Phone 403-504-7544
email andrea@bbps.ca
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