Programming
Our program is based on the individual needs of the child. It is planned based on the individual needs of the kids and age groups in the room. Through play based activities, learning stories and provocations, we will focus on refining the skills they already have and develop and use newly acquired skills through exploration and discovery. These activities keep children challenged, stimulated, busy and happy. Learning occurs through playing and hands on activities. Children learn to be independent by making their own choices throughout their play experiences.
We will focus on positive interactions with their peers and their teachers. In our daily planning we will incorporate a variety of activities that will allow them to use gross motor, fine motor, and cognitive skills.
We will also incorporate 3 language units, letter recognition, as well as a theme, colour and number for every month.
The program has employees that are certified in FLIGHT training and will be implemented as this curriculum recognizes, appreciates and values the practice of relationships among educators, children and families. It also recognizes the unique nature of educators and allows for “in the moment curriculum decisions” along with a shared professional language.
This will cause educators to pause and reflect in order to make values, principles and goals that frame practice in early learning and child care clear to ourselves and visible to others. Routines give infants and toddlers a sense of security and stability. Routines help infants and toddlers feel safe and secure in their environment.
Young children gain an understanding of everyday events and procedures and learn what is expected of them as routines make their environment more predictable.We encourage children to be independent learners by giving them choices so they can reflect on their own interests and preferences. We encourage group work such as in centres or even on the playground so that children can learn from each other.
We teach them how to collaborate with the other children to set shared learning goals and we also involve children in the classroom planning of activities. This meets the needs of all the children as they are the ones who choose at what level they are engaged and it’s based on their interests and preferences.
Parent
Volunteers
Building Blocks Childcare Centres thoroughly encourages parent volunteers to come into the classroom. This involvement allows you to see what your child does while in school. Children love to share their day at Daycare with Mom or Dad and we love to take this opportunity to get know you as well. Please feel free to sign up on the snack schedule, that is posted on the parent board for the day that you wish to volunteer. Please take note that we are unable to accommodate younger siblings coming in with you. It is our policy that children are with us for at least one month before you come in to volunteer, because we want to give your child time to adjust to the fact that this is their place alone, and not for Mom or Dad to stay with them. We find the adjustment period goes a lot faster if they are used to staying on their own. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Duties of Parent
Volunteers Include
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- Greet other children and help with goodbye’s.
- Sit with the children during circle time.
- Assist with free play centres.
- Assist with snack.
- Assist with clean up.
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There Are Other Ways To Show Interest In Your Child’s Daycare If Coming Into The Classroom Is Not Possible For You
- Discussing any problems or worries with us.
- Reading the monthly newsletter and parent board.
- Collecting «junk materials» for use in crafts.
- Craft/snack preparations.
- The whole family participate in our class parties.
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Library
World of Books Awaits. Grounded firmly in research that consistently highlights the significant importance of reading aloud to children on a daily basis, we are committed to providing our young learners with a truly diverse and enriching literary experience. Our carefully curated collection of books encompasses a wide range of formats, thoughtfully including sturdy board books perfect for little hands, durable and engaging hardcover editions, and vibrant and imaginative picture books that spark creativity. To further broaden their horizons and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the vast world of literature, our selection of books is intentionally rotated on a monthly basis. This practice ensures valuable exposure to a wide spectrum of talented authors and their unique narrative voices, as well as a rich variety of captivating artistic styles and illustrative techniques. Ultimately, our goal is to foster a deep and lasting appreciation for both the inherent joy and the invaluable knowledge that can be discovered within the pages of a book, thereby setting a strong and enduring foundation for their future academic success and lifelong love of learning.
Circle
Time
This is the time when we sing our welcome song, learn about the shape, number, color, and theme of the month, the letter of the week, days of the week, months of the year, calendar time and the weather. We also learn songs and finger plays that tie into our monthly theme. This is also when we teach our new words for the different language unit we are currently studying. With the letter of the week, we combine animated literacy and the visual phonics program, «See the Sound». This combination allows for all types of learners (visual, audio or kinesthetic). This really helps with phonemic awareness (sound of the letter) and gives more cues for your child to remember this. For the color of the month we have a color board that we ask children to bring something from home that we can either staple or pin to the board. Please label the item with your child’s name so we can return it faster. The colors vary month to month so check your newsletter to see which color it is.
Classroom Parties
- Halloween
- Christmas
- Valentines Day
- Penny Carnival/End of the year
- Year End Celebration
On these special occasions we invite your whole family to come and enjoy there days with us. There will also be edible craft sign up sheets posted on the parent board. These items could include a tub of icing, sprinkles, cupcakes, sugar cookies, smarties, licorice, punch, etc. We ask that parents sign up for one food item for each party session that your child attends
Class
Pictures
We are pleased to bring in a professional photographer in the fall of each year who will be taking both class and individual photos. This provides a wonderful opportunity to capture these precious early years. Proofs will be sent home which will allow you to choose your child’s favourite pose and package. You'll have ample time to review the options together. Pictures will be ready in time for Christmas. These make for cherished keepsakes and thoughtful gifts for family.
Languages
At Building Blocks Childcare Centres we recognize the importance of learning an appreciation for different cultures which is why we have developed three language units: Japanese, Spanish and French. Each Unit will cover counting 1-10, a song, colours, 18-22 words. This really enhances your child’s self-esteem by feeling they are «smarter» than Mom and Dad.
Gym & Active Play
We strongly believe in the importance and value of daily physical activity. This helps develop gross motor skills which are vital in your child’s ability to play sports, utilize the playground equipment, etc. GYM time consists of utilizing equipment such as balls, basketball hoops, slides, bean bags, obstacle courses or tumbling on the mats. We also play counting games such as What TIme Is It Mr.Wolf? (We count in our different languages) as well as Duck Duck Goose and Simon Says. Some days we may learn some new dance moves and other days, you might catch us just playing tag!
Prepping to Print
Aiding your three year old in the development of fine motor skills necessary for printing and cutting. Your child can bring home their work sheets showing how he/she is able to trace and cut different patterns. Eventually they will begin to print their own name. This will help set the foundation for their next year with us, when they start our pre-k program.
Music
Time
This is a really fun part of our program in which we go to the music room. Here we will learn and play different rhythm instruments, discover what the different musical notes mean, keep the beat to a certain rhythm and play various games which involve singing, cooperative play and hand-eye coordination.
Parents Conferences
We have two parent conferences throughout the year which take place in November and March/April. These serve as a one-on-one time where just you and the teachers have an opportunity to talk about your child’s progress in the program, bring up concerns and ask without distraction. We will also set goals at this time. Please try to make alternate arrangements for your child during these conversations so we can talk openly.
Junior
Kindergarten
We will be using different media such as worksheets and games to help with the comprehension and practice of such skills. Your child will be sent home with a duo tang to keep all of his/her worksheets in and also allows you to see what your child is doing. Please be sure to send this back everyday to school as we need it to keep track of what your child did last and how it was done.
Show &
Tell
Once a month your child may have show and tell. Only on these days do we allow toys to come from home. Toys from home can get broken or lost and are difficult to share so we ask that unless it is show and tell time please do not allow your child to put toys in his/her backpack. For show and tell we ask that the children bring something that is somehow related to our month which could be the theme or the color, or the number, or the shape, or the letters of the month.
The Following Is An Example
Of A Daily Schedule
Building Blocks Childcare Centres is proud to offer 2 different types of programming to suit your needs best. We have two full time daycare programs (Crescent Heights and Southview) and two full time preschool programs (Ross Glen and Southlands)
8:00am- 9:00am
Center Time
9:00 - 9:30am
Arrival of children/ free play activities set up throughout the class
9:00 - 9:30am
Attendance and Circle time
9:30 - 10:00am
Snack time and wash hands
10:00 - 10:35am
Creative Experience and Pre-K
10:35 - 10:45am
Transition time- sings clean up song
10:45 - 11:20am
Outside time/gym time (gross motor activities)
11:20 - 11:30am
Prep for lunch and wash hands
11:30am - 12:20pm
Lunch time- quiet reading and story when done lunch
12:20 - 12:40pm
Our learning circle
12:40-1:30pm
Center Time
1:30 - 2:15pm
Science, Nature, Math and Sensory
2:15 - 2:40pm
Story time and wash for snack
2:40 - 3:00pm
Snack time and wash hands
3:00 - 3:30pm
Gym or other gross motor activity
3:30 - 4:15pm
Music time
4:15 - 5:30pm
Free Play
Change of clothes including socks and underwear. Diapers, if your child is not potty trained (feel free to buy a bag and leave it in their classroom)
Wipes (feel free to buy extra and leave it in their classroom), hat, sunscreen and bug spray in the summer as we do not supply this.
Morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack.
Please remember BBPS is a nut free program.
Water bottle, toque, mittens, snow pants and boots in the winter.
Blanket and crib sheet for children under 3 years of age (These will be sent home every Friday or before if soiled so you can wash them. Inside Shoes. Please return these on Monday).
