Archives: FAQs

Do I choose 2, 3 or 5 half days a week?

Children benefit and adapt to whatever program they are in. It is the parents decision as to what program they would like their child to attend.

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What age should my child start at Building Blocks?

We find all children love their time with us. Some children initially have a hard time with separation from their parents. We find with patience and time that all the...

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How is the Preschool Program integrated with the JK/SK Program?

Both programs run separately, however we do follow the same weekly themes. Circle time is geared towards each age, as are the different art activities. Both groups go on field...

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What do you do in Circle Time?

There are three circle times at Building Blocks. At Opening Circle we sing the same introduction song every day. Children love consistency and this helps them to adapt to our...

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Who are the teachers and how are they qualified?

The school was founded in 1986 to address the lack of quality early childhood programs in the area. The founders aimed to offer half-day sessions that focused on families and...

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Who is eligible to enrol and what are the ratios?

Children must be at least 2 1/2 years old when they start Building Blocks Nursery School. Our student-teacher ratio in the preschool class is 8 to 1. A resource/assistant teacher...

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