Play-Based Learning Programs
Nurturing every aspect of your child's development through engaging, age-appropriate activities from September to June.
How Our Programs Work
We provide a pre-school education program for children between the ages of 2 and 6, Monday through Friday, from September to June.
Flexible Schedule
Choose between 2 days per week or 3 days per week to suit your family's needs and lifestyle.
Full-Day Sessions
Our centre operates from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing a full day of learning and play.
School Year Program
Programs run September to June, following the school calendar with breaks and holidays.
Early Preschool Program
Our Early Preschool Program is designed for our youngest learners, providing a gentle introduction to the world of structured play and social interaction. In a warm, supportive environment, toddlers develop foundational skills that prepare them for more advanced learning.
Key Activities:
- Sensory play and exploration tables
- Storytelling and language development circles
- Music, movement, and rhythm activities
- Creative arts and messy play
- Outdoor exploration and nature discovery
- Social skills through cooperative play
Pre-Kindergarten Program
Our Pre-Kindergarten Program prepares older preschoolers for their transition to kindergarten. Through structured play activities, children develop early literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills while continuing to grow socially and emotionally.
Key Activities:
- Early literacy β letter recognition, phonics, and pre-reading
- Numeracy β counting, sorting, patterns, and basic math concepts
- Science and nature discovery experiments
- Physical education and gross motor skill development
- Problem-solving and critical thinking games
- Group activities and social development projects
A Day at Mission Gardens
Every day is carefully structured to balance active play, creative exploration, and quiet learning time.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM | Welcome Circle & Morning Song |
| 9:30 AM | Free Play & Learning Centres |
| 10:15 AM | Snack Time |
| 10:45 AM | Creative Arts / Music / Sensory Activities |
| 11:30 AM | Outdoor Play & Gross Motor Activities |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch & Rest Time |
| 1:00 PM | Story Time & Language Activities |
| 1:30 PM | Structured Play & Group Activities |
| 2:30 PM | Snack Time |
| 3:00 PM | Free Play & Learning Centres |
| 3:45 PM | Clean Up & Closing Circle |
| 4:00β4:30 PM | Pick-Up Time |
Curriculum & Development
Our play-based curriculum is designed to nurture the whole child β mind, body, and spirit.
Developmental Milestones
We carefully track each child's progress across cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development areas.
Individual Progress Reports
Parents receive regular updates on their child's growth, achievements, and areas of focus.
ParentβTeacher Communication
We maintain open, ongoing dialogue with families to ensure consistency between home and centre.
Individualized Learning
Small group sizes allow us to tailor activities to each child's unique interests and developmental stage.
See Our Programs in Action