Infant, Toddler and Preschool Programs (Full Day)

Infants (0 – 18 Months)

Our Infant Program accommodates up to 10 full-time children from birth to 18 months of age. Although we have a daily written schedule, the schedule is based on the needs of each individual child. Children may sleep and eat as they require throughout the day.

Infants learn through play, exploration, and interaction with objects and meaningful relationships with trusted adults. Both families and UFCC staff will collaborate on learning goals for their child, creating learning opportunities for each child based on their unique skills, interest and needs.

Toddlers (18 – 30 Months), Preschoolers (30 – 44 Months)

The daily program for toddlers and preschoolers provides children with the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities that encourage and stimulate growth in all areas of development and includes both indoor and outdoor play. Children play outdoors for a minimum of one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon, weather permitting.

Each week, UFCC staff plan and implement a program based on the observed interests and developmental needs of the children in their group. A weekly program plan is posted in the Parent Information Area.

Toddlers and preschoolers are provided daily with lunch, as well as a morning and afternoon snack. The weekly menu is posted in the Parent Information Area.

The children also rest after lunch for a period not exceeding two hours on cots provided by the program.

Kindergarten Programs (44 – 68 Months)

UFCC staff in extended day programs work closely in partnership with HWDSB staff to provide a consistent experience for children and their families.

UFCC’s program curriculum is play-based and planned in alignment with the children’s current interests.

Before School Programs for School Age Children (68 Months – 12 Years)

Before school programs begin at 7:00 am. Families are required to bring their children into the school building to ensure their safe arrival into the program. Children remain in the program until the morning school bell rings.

A morning snack (e.g., fresh fruit, cereal with milk, muffins, toast) is offered. The menu is posted in the Parent Information Area in each program.

A variety of activities, designed to stimulate all areas of development, and based on the observed interests of children, are provided. The weekly program plan is posted in the Parent Information Area at each centre.

After School Programs for School Age Children (68 Months – 12 Years)

After school programs begin as soon as school is dismissed in the afternoon. Families are required to pick up their children by 6:00 p.m.

An afternoon snack (e.g., fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, sandwiches, vegetables and dip, etc.) is offered. The menu is posted in the Parent Information Area in each centre.

A variety of activities that are of interest to school age children (e.g., arts and crafts, games, puzzles, sports activities, music, etc.) are offered each afternoon, based on the observed interests of children. The weekly program plan is posted in the Parent Information Area.

Children participate in active outdoor activities each afternoon, so it is essential that children have appropriate clothing (e.g., running shoes, outerwear, etc.). Our outdoor session is longer than a 15-minute recess period, so hats, gloves, sunscreen, etc., are a necessity.

Extracurricular Activities

From time to time, children in school age programs may be involved in supervised activities organized by HWDSB that occur either before or after school. Permission to participate in such a program must be granted in advance by the child’s family, not UFCC staff. Please notify the program using the appropriate UFCC form when your child will be participating in an extra-curricular activity. If a child needs to spend additional time in their school program (e.g., sports team, club, assisting a teacher, gaining additional help, etc.), the child must first report to UFCC staff to ensure their safety.

Professional Activity (P.A.) Days

Programs for kindergarten and school age children are offered in select locations on P.A. days.

P.A. days provide kindergarten and school age staff and children opportunities to plan and implement activities that are not possible during regular program operation. Field trips are common on P.A. days, where children travel to and from a place of interest, under the careful supervision of UFCC staff.
A variety of additional activities take place at each program, ensuring that children enjoy their day off. Families will be provided with information about these programs at the start of each school year and be invited to register. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis.

Programs During School Breaks

Full day programs are offered in select schools during school break periods (e.g., Christmas, March Break and summer) for kindergarten and school age children. If these programs are not available in a child’s school, families will be offered care in another nearby school. Families will be provided with information about these programs prior to each school break and be invited to register. Children are accepted on a first come, first served basis.

Fees are Non-refundable

Please note that all fees for P.A. Days and School Break Periods are non-refundable. Fees apply regardless of whether a child attends or not.

Hours of Operation

Infant, toddler and preschool programs are open weekdays from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Before and after school programs for kindergarten and school age children are open weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to the morning school bell and from the afternoon school bell until 6:00 p.m.