Fall Preschool BBQ and Open House
Preschool Open House
Preschool Open House – Join us on Saturday, September 30th for our “Fall” BBQ and Open House and learn about our play-based educational curriculum. We offer quality care for children from 12 months-5 years old. We have full-time and part-time programs as well as nursery school programs. Our academic program includes Jolly Phonics, Math, Science, Music Read more ›
Cooking with Kids
Cooking with Kids
Cooking with Kids – The foodie revolution is in full swing—but why should grown-ups have all the fun? From cooking shows starring “junior” chefs to kitchen toys, kids are discovering the culinary arts…and having a blast doing it! Read more ›
The Power of Positivity when Communicating with Kids
Communicating With Kids
“STOP DOING THAT!” “YOU DON’T LISTEN!” “I CAN’T BELIEVE YOU RIGHT NOW!” Some of the things that we as parents say to our children when we are frustrated or upset with them can affect their self-esteem and their opinion of you. Our words are so powerful so we as parents and educators must choose them wisely and try to use positive language as much as possible. Read more ›
Physical Literacy – what is it?
What is Physical Literacy?
Physical Literacy sounds like reading a story while doing a cartwheel; however, it is a term that is both critical to learn and vital for early development for our children. So what is Physical Literacy? Read more ›
We love you too but when it’s time to hit the road……..Alpha’s Awesome Road Trip Tips!
Everyone needs a little holiday now and again and while Alpha’s Preschool Academy loves every member of our toddler, preschool and daycare programs, we know it’s important for families to spend time together too. Often, this means a summer road trip. (Insert groan here, LOL!) If it’s time for your family to take a little road trip adventure vacation, whether to Grandma’s house or Gander, Newfoundland, we’ve got you covered with some helpful travel tips tailor made for children of all ages! Read more ›
Sunscreen and your Child: Everything you ever needed to know – and stuff you didn’t even know you needed to know!
Kids Sunscreen
Right about now you are probably expressing a huge sigh of relief that winter is well behind us and summer fun has begun. Gone are the days of rushing out the door after first bundling them up in coats, boots, hats, mittens and scarves. Some mornings, we’re sure you already felt like you’d run a half marathon, just getting your child safely to daycare and pre-school! Now it’s just shorts, t-shirts and a fight over flip-flops or sandals. Easy-peasy! Or is it? The truth is summer can be just as time-consuming when you factor in the SPF factor. Read more ›
What Parents Should Know Before Starting Daycare or Preschool
Before Starting Daycare
Before Starting Daycare – Putting your child into a daycare or preschool for the first time is difficult for many parents. Parents don’t usually know what to expect. Here’s some things you should know before your child starts to help to make that transition go smoothly. Read more ›
The Benefits of Enrolling your child in a Licensed Daycare or Preschool in Mississauga
Benefits Of Daycare
Benefits Of Daycare- Every parent has their own reason for why they might want to enroll their child in licensed daycare or preschool – whether it’s for socialization or enhanced learning… Read more ›
Why is Preschool Important before Full-day Kindergarten?
Why is Preschool Important Before Full-day Kindergarten?
Why Preschool Is Important – With the recent introduction of full-day kindergarten in Ontario, there is an even bigger need for children to prepare for entry into the school system. With the reality of large classrooms, overworked educators and a large child-educator ratio, children need to come prepared. Read more ›