Preschool Create and Explore
Preschool create and explore
Preschoolers will have fun engaging with others and learning physical and social skills. In this unparented program, they will participate in active games, arts, crafts and stories.
Benefits of preschool create and explore activities
Our activities provide a fun social opportunity for preschoolers while helping them develop:
- Creativity
- Imagination
- Coordination
- Motor skills
- Balance
- Body awareness
- Self-confidence
- Independence
Fall registration dates
Due to repair closures and annual maintenance and cleaning, registration has been split into two waves. Facilities currently closed for repairs:
- Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre
- Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre
- Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre
- Wave 1 - Programs, classes and lessons begin in September.
- Wave 2 - Programs, classes and lessons begin in October but could change based on reopening dates.
- 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.)
- 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1)
- During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility
Types of preschool create and explore programs
You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling 403-268-3800 (option 1).
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Each week, preschoolers will learn about shapes, colours, numbers and letters. They will increase their knowledge about the world around them through a variety of activities.
Age: 3 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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Preschoolers will learn about two, four, six and eight legged animals and insects. Through a variety of animal-themed activities, they will increase their imagination and movement skills.
Age: 3 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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Preschoolers will use their five senses to discover the world through a variety of games, experiments and activities.
Age: 3 - 6 years
Prerequisite: None
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Preschoolers will take part in fun holiday activities that will help develop their creativity. All supplies are provided.
Age: 3 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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Preschoolers will create imaginary worlds, such as a pirate on the high seas or a princess discovering an enchanted castle. They will use these worlds to play games and make arts and crafts.
Age: 3 - 5 years
Prerequisite: None
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In this un-parented class, toddlers will explore their self-expression and body awareness through storytelling and movement.
Age: 1.5 - 2 years
Prerequisite: Your toddler does not have to be toilet trained.
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You will help introduce your toddler to creative play, which will increase their physical activity, body awareness and exploration skills. They can take part in circle time, sensory play, music and movement activities.
Age: 1.5 - 2 years + adult
Prerequisite: None
Safety and supervision
The safety of our preschoolers is our top priority. Staff supervision and instruction are provided in all programs.
Our staff are selected based on experience, leadership skills and their ability to relate to children. Staff are Intermediate First Aid and CPR certified and are trained in the High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development.
What are programs like?
Preschoolers will have fun engaging with others and learning physical and social skills. They will participate in active games, arts, crafts and stories.
Come prepared
Please bring:
- Comfortable indoor clothes
- Weather appropriate outdoor clothes
- Nut free heathy snacks
- Refillable metal or plastic water bottle
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