About Blueberry Playschool

Blueberry Playschool is a non-profit co-operative program for children 3-5 years old that has been in operation since 1983. We are governed by an Executive of volunteer parents who are voted in at the Annual General Meeting each Fall.

This is a parent volunteer based Playschool and therefore requires parent participation. Before enrolling your child, please make sure you are able and willing to commit.

Philosophy and Goals
Our philosophy is that children learn best through play-based activities. We aim to provide a supportive and positive environment that stimulates curiosity, imagination, and independence. We believe each child is a unique individual and learns at his/her own pace; therefore, we strive to meet each child's physical, social, emotional, creative, and intellectual needs. By providing a play-oriented program, we aim to contribute to the development and positive self-esteem as well as encourage the desire to learn and explore. Providing the child with the Quality Statement below fosters these goals.

Quality Statement​
Parent evaluations, current research and years of experience in delivering Playschool programs have helped to define our Quality Checklist:
  • Children are happy and involved
  • Staff have a caring attitude
  • Centre, equipment and toys are accessible, clean, and safe
  • Small groups of children participate in stimulating activities with educators
  • Parent-Educator communication is promoted and parents feel welcome in the Playschool
  • Sufficient play materials are available
  • Outdoor play and activities take place in a well maintained play area
  • Staff are good role models and have appropriate training

Our Teacher

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Hello! My name is Jody Kulhawy.  I have 8+ years experience working with children and a Diploma in Early Learning & Child Care. I grew up in Parkland County and have moved back into the area. I am very excited to share my caring, encouraging, and curious-minded nature in the classroom!