Blueberry Playschool Association is a non-profit, parent-run co-operative for children ages 3 to 5. Since 1983, we’ve been a proud part of the community, offering a warm, play-based learning environment where children can explore, create, and grow at their own pace. What makes Blueberry special is our strong sense of community and hands-on involvement. Our playschool is guided by a volunteer Executive Committee elected each fall, and we rely on the support of our families to bring our program to life. Before enrolling your child, please make sure you’re ready to take part — parent participation is a big part of what makes Blueberry Playschool such a fun and rewarding experience for everyone!
Philosophy & Goals
Our goal at Blueberry Playschool is to create a safe environment which allows children to learn and grow. We believe each child is unique in the way they learn, and we want to create an environment that will help them be successful. Our playschool will start prepping your child with the readiness skills needed for kindergarten. Our teachers will develop skills such as following directions, taking turns, social skills, building independence and starting the foundations of numeracy and literacy concepts. We will help build these concepts through play. We believe play based activities are the best for children, whether they are open ended activities or teacher led.
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
