Emergent Learning Program

Discovery Station Early Learning Program

We are currently accepting registrations for our September 2022-June 2023 half day program and September 2023-June 2024 half day  Discovery Station programs. We are also currently accepting submissions to be added to the priority list for the anticipated Full Day Childcare program. 

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Where children come to learn through play

What is emergent learning? Emergent learning is a philosophy of educating and planning curriculum that focuses on being responsive to children's interests and creating meaningful learning experiences. Our approach is child-initiated, reflective and active to the children's needs.

Why does OPCC utilize this approach? Emergent Learning is a superior model of education. It supports the Ontario Ministry of Education's Provincial philosophy and aligns with Halton Public and Catholic School Board's curriculum.

How does Learning Happen? When children are engaged in learning based on their interests, they have a natural motivation to learn. In the early years, children are engaged predominately through play and so it is utilized as a means to develop the foundations they will need to prepare for kindergarten.

What will they learn? Through emergent learning, children will be involved in variety of learning opportunities to enhance their discovery and problem-solving abilities which builds a strong foundation in all areas; social, emotional, cognitive, physical and language

This program includes:

  • Toddler and Preschool activities that will enhance your child’s natural curiosity and love of knowledge
  • Concepts that include the environment, the earth, animals, community helpers and other interesting topics
  • Qualified staff that will stimulate the creative, intellectual, social and physical development of your child
  • Special needs/integrated resource consultation provided by the Region of Halton

Registration is currently underway!

For full program information please refer to the General Information Booklet

Current Session
September 2022 - June 2023

Registration happening now!

Completed online registration forms are currently being accepted on a first come, first served basis. You will receive confirmation of whether your child has a space in the program or not within 10 business days. 

Next Session
September 2023 - June 2024

Registration happening now!

Completed online registration forms are currently being accepted as part of a Random Registration and forms submitted by 5:00 pm on Wednesday March 15, will all have an equal opportunity to get a space in the program. After this date, the registration will be on a first come first served basis

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Full Day Childcare
Anticipated start date of July 2023

Join the priority list now!

To be in the second group of eligibility, forms must be submitted by 5:00 pm on Wednesday March 15, and will all have an equal opportunity to get a space in the program.Completion of the online registration will add your child to the wait list only and does not mean that your child has been enrolled in the program. 

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Toddler Programs

(18 months to 2½ years)
3 Days: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am -11:30am NSR-Main - Toddler Room  $235.31/month

2 Days:

Tues/Thurs 9:00am -11:30am NSR-Main - Toddler Room  $175.77/month

 Preschool Programs

(2½ to 5 years)
2 Days: Tuesday and Thursday 9:15am-12:15pm NSR- Main - Preschool Room  $174.83/month
3 Days: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:15am-12:15pm

NSR- Main - Preschool Room

 $212.63/month
5 Days: Monday – Friday 9:30am-12:30pm NSR-Main - Early Learning Room  $387.45/month
 

Our Discovery Station program is licensed under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014. Each location is inspected annually by the Ministry of Education. The Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 contains requirements specific to staff qualifications and ratios, program content and equipment.

Click here to review Ministry of Education licensing inspection reports