Esquimalt Recreation is proud to now offer two Licensed Preschool Programs:
Esquimalt Recreation Preschool
1. Esquimalt Licensed Preschool
(Mon, Wed and Fri)
*This program is currently full, but we are accepting complete application packages to secure space on the waitlist.
*NEW*
2. Esquimalt Licensed Nature Preschool
(Tues and Thurs).
SPACES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR NEXT SCHOOL YEAR
We are applying for our nature preschool (Tue/Thu) to be a licensed preschool. The following information is proposed based on approval from licensing. We should be able to confirm whether we are approved by licensing by mid-March.
Our Philosophy
At the Esquimalt Licensed Preschool and Nature Preschool, it is our belief that the children’s families are their first and most important teachers. We take inspiration from Early Childhood Education approaches such as Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, as well as learning through play. We value emergent learning and giving children the opportunity to explore any concepts, questions, or curiosities that arise. We put an emphasis on social emotional learning so our program guides children to help them learn problem solving skills, regulate their emotions, and encourage positive peer interactions.
Our Activities
Monthly themes for learning, such as animals, dinosaurs, space, books, art, seasons, under the sea and more!
Arts & Crafts
Outside time at our playground and local parks
Sensory play
Circle time & Story time
Science experiments
Singing songs & music
Physical literacy games
Our Centre
The Esquimalt Recreation Centre is a beautiful facility that we are happy to call home. Our licensed classroom is in the Pioneer B Room of the Esquimalt Rec Centre. We are lucky to have use of the wonderful amenities such as the Gymnasium, the Adventure Park Playground as well as many neighbouring parks for our walking out-trips.