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SMiLeS Preschool Program<br />
Our Preschool program caters to girls from 2 1/2 to 4 years of age. Our highly<br />
qualified staff and state-of-the-art facilities allow our students to flourish and<br />
thrive, and our programming draws from the best in early childhood learning<br />
approaches, such as Montessori, Reggio and HighScope.<br />
The children enjoy daily playtime, rest periods, outdoor fun and exercise, as well<br />
as readiness activities in reading, math and science. In addition, through carefully<br />
planned games and activities, our students develop initiative and independence<br />
while building self-esteem and decision-making abilities.<br />
SMiLeS Preschool is licensed and inspected annually by the Early Learning<br />
Division of the Ministry of Education and the Health and Fire Departments, and<br />
complies fully with the Day Nurseries Act.<br />
Child Teacher Ratio<br />
SMiLeS Preschool is licensed to accept 16 children, with one full-time teacher<br />
and a full-time assistant, and does not exceed the staff/child ratio of one adult for<br />
every eight students (established by the Day Nurseries Act).<br />
Our Preschool Teacher is a qualified, experienced Early Childhood Educator. She<br />
is responsible for planning and implementing an exemplary Preschool program,<br />
and ensures the safety of the children in accordance with relevant federal,<br />
provincial and municipal legislation and policies. The Preschool Teacher ensures<br />
that equipment and facilities are clean, safe and well-maintained.<br />
Together with the Preschool Program Consultant, the Preschool Teacher plans<br />
innovative and stimulating programming for our students.<br />
Our Preschool Director ensures the Preschool meets the requirements of the Day<br />
Nurseries Act, and is the liaison between the Ministry of Child and Youth Services<br />
and the school. The Director supervises the program development and teachers.<br />
Our Philosophy<br />
We believe in the importance of providing an exciting, interactive program that<br />
allows children to grow, thrive and learn in a safe and nurturing environment.<br />
Our play-based approach provides experiences that enhance learning through<br />
play, exploration and social interaction.<br />
<strong>St</strong>. Mildred’s-<strong>Lightbourn</strong> <strong>School</strong>
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