Daycare / HEadstart
“We, the Woodland Cree people, will develop and maintain a self-supporting community for our children, which respects the individual, all people, the environment and other communities.”
DayCare
Accommodation Policy
The daycare center has a capacity for 50 children up to 6 years of age.
Priority will be given to those parents who are working or going to school. If there is still space available, consideration will be given to those needing full time care as apposed to part time care.
If a space is not available, the child’s name will be on the waiting list and the parent will be notified when the space becomes available.
We have many spots still available for Daycare/ After School program.
We are offering casual care: $20 /day and payment must be paid upfront.
Call in the mornings to see if we have spots available for the day.
Phone: 780-629-3400
Our Staff
Director – Marilyn Shaw
Head Start Teacher – Shirley Merrier
Head Start Assistant – Sheryl Gladue
Preschool Room – Charmaine Scotty
Toddler Room – Mary Ann Whitehead
Baby Room – Heather Whitehead
Floater- Irene Cardinal
Therapy Assistant – LaDawn Brule
Learning Aide – Rebecca Cardinal
TEACHING USING THE SIX COMPONENTS OF HEADSTART
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Culture and Language
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Education and School Readiness
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Health Promotion
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Nutrition
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Social Support
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Parent and Family involvement
HEadstart
The Aboriginal Headstart On-Reserve nurtures the healthy growth and development of First Nation children. Programming is designed and delivered by our Coordinator.
The aim to support physical, developmental, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual well-being of children 0-6
Your kids gain:
- Opportunity to develop self-confidence
- A desire for learning
- An excellent start in their journey towards becoming successful young people
Exploring and Growing Together…
At the Aboriginal Head Start on Reserve Program, children find a vibrant environment where education and play go hand in hand. Designed to cater to the specific needs and interests of the community, the program offers a rich selection of activities that encourage both personal and cultural growth.
Participants have the opportunity to learn essential concepts such as the days of the week, numbers, colors, and shapes, deeply embedded in the context of their First Nations language.
This immersive approach not only enhances their educational foundation but also strengthens their cultural identity, making learning a truly fun and enriching experience.