Programs and Locations

Infant

Location North Huron Children's Centre

Age 0-18 months

Ratio 1 to 3

Room capacity 10 infants with 3 RECE's

Our infant program is staffed with quality nurturing Registered Early Childhood Educators that provide a home away from home environment. Our focus is to build strong relationships with each family and to build on individual interests and needs through purposeful play and learning experiences. We encourage the infants to explore through hands on experiences, positive adult–infant interactions, following personalized schedules including indoor and outdoor play. Communication daily is provided through our Hi Mama program which allows parents to see every aspect of their child's day including daily routine of eating, sleeping, bottle feeding, diapering changes and action photos.

Toddler

Location North Huron Children's Centre

Age 18-30 months

Ratio 1 to 5

Room capacity 10 toddlers with 2 RECE's

The toddler program helps assist your child in achieving those developmental milestones by exploring on their own while building on their confidence and self- worth. Our toddler rooms are designed to encourage active and purposeful play that promotes social interactions with peers and adults. Using loose parts in each room gives each child the chance to discover, learn and create enriching experiences. Their learning experiences will continue outdoors as well on the toddler playground which provides a chance to discover nature and move their bodies while actively playing. The staff communicates often throughout the day using the "HiMama" program which encourages families to be involved in their day to day activities.

Preschool

Location North Huron Children's Centre

Age 2 ½ to 4yrs

Ratio 1 to 8

Room capacity 16 preschool with 2 RECE's

Our preschool program allows children the opportunity to explore hands on real life meaningful experiences. This can be seen within small group interactions with their peers and adults within the program. Staff follow the child's lead and provide opportunities that expand and grow their learning experiences and encourages the preschoolers to test their thinking and problem solving skills. Staff are aware of children's curiosity and wonder. This includes promoting self-regulation choices for things like snacks, meals, creative opportunities, play styles and emotional expression. Each child has a personal portfolio documenting their creative discoveries that demonstrates how their learning happens and is communicated and shared with their families. Some of these learning stories are shared on our centre Facebook page.

Early Learning

Location Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School

Age 3 to 5yrs

Ratio 1to 8

Room Capacity 16 preschool with 2 RECE's

The early learning program is offered at one of our offsite locations which is located within the Sacred Heart Catholic School. This learning environment is set up for older preschool children about to embark on their school journey. It gives an opportunity to get an early feel for school readiness and prepare them for a new chapter. Stimulating areas are available throughout the classroom such as creative arts, dramatic play, manipulative/cognitive area, science, nature and so much more. Children are encouraged to explore materials, toys and environments in meaningful ways to them. The staff observes and documents these learning experiences and shares their accomplishments within the classroom and with families through a private Facebook page.

Before & After School Care

JK/SK

Ratio 1 to 13

Room Capacity 26 School Age to 2 RECE's

Gr.1 and Up

Ratio 1 to 15

Room capacity 30 school age to 2 RECE's

Locations offered at Maitland River Elementary School and Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School

The program offers a variety of activities and experiences based on the interests of the children. Through our curriculum the children will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills that will assist them with self-regulation and effective communication skills. Children are exposed to a variety of age appropriate activities that encourage each child to build self-confidence, social skills and a sense of independence. Both indoor and outdoor environments will be used for active play in the morning and after school. Nutritious snacks are provided daily in both before and after school programs for the children. Staff will take a few minutes at drop off or pick up times to share positives and promote any educational experiences they have achieved throughout the day.

Growing Together is a team of Early Literacy Resource Consultants working with families and agencies. Opportunities and strategies are provided to make sure that all children within Huron County are able to participate in community child care programs. Early Literacy Resource Consultants provide hands on assistance with teaching skills, assessment and screening of the child's development, assistance for families so their child can make an easy transition to other programs and schools. Early Literacy Resource consultants are available to see your child at licensed childcare programs, early years program and licensed school age programs. There is no cost for this service it is publically funded through the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.

Huron EarlyON professionals offer a variety of free programs and services throughout Huron County. EarlyON programs provide play based learning for children their parents and caregivers, through a range of age appropriate programs and activities. There are currently over 30 programs a week in a variety of convenient location through the County.