Licenced Preschool Applications & Registration

Preschool program information can be found here:

Registration Timeline

Current families and siblings (priority registration) 

February 28 - March 11, 2025 

 

Application Package 

 

New families 

Completed application packages are currently being accepted, however the Mon/Wed/Fri program is currently full, however we are accepting completed application to secure a spot on the waitlist. Spaces will be filled based on the time the email is received. Priority registration goes to families requesting 5 days/week.  

Our licensed preschool registration is for based on the school year calendar (September – June). 

 

Registration is for the entire school year. To register, families must email their complete application to preschool@esquimalt.ca Applications must be fully completed to be considered and will be considered on a first come, first served basis. Completing an application does not guarantee a placement. The Child, Youth and Family Programmer will contact you to confirm if your child has received a spot. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Please ensure you have all the requirements below before submitting your application.   

Preschool application requirements

Steps to apply:   

1. Complete the 2025/2026 Preschool Application Package (including Parent Handbook) and email it to preschool@esquimalt.ca 

 

APPLICATION PACKAGE

 

What you will need to complete the package:   

  • Child's BC Personal Health Number (9-digit # through MSP) 

  • Child's full immunization records 

  • Child's family doctor name or preferred walk-in clinic name and office 

  • Minimum two emergency/alternate pick-up contacts (name and phone number) 

  • Any other alternate pick-up person's name and phone number 

  • Digital phot of child, headshot for emergency card 

  • Banking info: credit card or VOID cheque to pay fees 

  • Custody documents (if applicable) 

  • Child Support/Inclusion Needs Intake Form (if applicable)  

  •  Anaphylaxis and Asthma Forms (if applicable)   

 

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If your child requires extra support or qualifies for funding through Supported Child Development, please fill out the Child Support/Inclusion Needs Intake form below, and email the Child, Youth and Families Programmer at preschool@esquimalt.ca prior to registration.  

 

Medication  

 

 

General Payment Information  

  • Once a space is confirmed for your child(ren), a $30.00/family registration processing fee applies.   Monthly payment plan available.  

 

Waitlist 

Not sure whether your child is ready for preschool in September 2025? Register on our waitlist. If preschool is full, a space may come available if a family withdraws their child.  Registration for the waitlist opens March 12, 2025, please email preschool@esquimalt.ca to register for the waitlist.  

 

Contact 

Chelan Wallace - Child, Youth and Family Programmer at preschool@esquimalt.ca