SCNS offers PART-TIME programs (2.5 – 3 hours per day) for 2 and 3 year old children, September through June.

Program options are: Monday-Friday, Monday, Wednesday & Friday or Tuesday & Thursday
** in 2023-24 we may introduce an afternoon program. There is no coverage for lunch hour. **

2 Year Old Program

For children who turn 2 years by December 31st of the school year.

2-year-olds learn best when they are engaged in active, creative and meaningful exploration and play.

At SCNS, the 2yr program focus will be on:

  • Encouraging independence
  • Exploring their environment
  • Developing language
  • Socializing with others
  • Following routines

Program Time: 9:15 – 11:45 AM

RECE:Child Ratio: 1:5

3 Year Old Program

For children who turn 3 years by December 31st of the school year.

Through exploration, play and enquiry, your 3-year-old will be offered the opportunities to develop and grow in a supportive and loving environment.

At SCNS, the 3yr program focus will be on:

  • Socialization
  • Self-Regulation
  • Co-Operation
  • Creativity & Problem Solving
  • Kindergarten Readiness

Program Times: 9 AM – 12 PM, or 1 – 3:30 PM

RECE:Child Ratio: 1:8

SCNS is proud to actively participate in the Federal Government’s Canada-Wide-Early-Learning-Child-Care initiative (CWELCC) supported by the Ministry of Education and facilitated by the City of Ottawa.

As of right now we offer $12/program day … on our way to the $10/program day goal!