1: Esquimalt Licensed Preschool (3-5 yrs) 2025/2026
Children will have the opportunity to explore their interests through child-led play and inquiry. Our ECE certified staff provide a fun and safe environment for your little one to grow and develop their cognitive, physical, and social skills at their own pace. Each day includes nature out-trips to local community places such as playgrounds, parks, the library and the occasional field trip.
Throughout the year, we host our families for a variety of events. This past year, events have included our Winter Concert, Art Showcase, and Spring family picnic (optional for parents to attend). Our daily routine includes free play, structured activities, snack (please provide your own) and outdoor play. As a licensed preschool, we adhere to all childcare licensing regulations as outlined by Island Health.
SCHEDULE
School Year: September 8, 2025 - June 12, 2026
Monday/Wednesday/Friday Class - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Closed on STAT holidays and all SD61 winter and spring break closures
Exclusion Dates:
October 13, 2025
December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026
February 16, 2026
March 16 - 27, 2026
April 3 & 6, 2026
May 18, 2026
Fees: April – June 2025 $25.66/day, parent fee after the child care fee reduction: $20.91/day
Fees: Sept 2025 – June 2026 $26.37/day for 10 months.
Estimated parent fee after the child care fee reduction: $21.62/day
*Children MUST be at least 30 months old and fully potty trained before starting this program.
2. Esquimalt Licensed Nature Preschool (3-5 yrs) 2025/2026
The Esquimalt Licensed Nature Preschool focuses on learning through outdoor play. Our ECE certified preschool teachers act as facilitators to support child led play and inquiry. This program provides opportunities for children to share ideas, build new friendships and grow into amazing little people! Daily activities include exploring, songs, stories and so much more!
Throughout the year, we host our families for a variety of events. This past year, events have included our Winter Concert, Art Showcase and Spring family picnic (optional for parents to attend). Our daily routine includes free play, structured activities, snack (please provide your own) and outdoor play. As a licensed preschool, we adhere to all childcare licensing regulations as outlined by Island Health.
SCHEDULE
School Year: September 9, 2025 - June 11, 2026
Tuesday/Thursday Class - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
(Drop-off at Esquimalt Rec Centre Pioneer B room at 9am, pick-up at Saxe Point Park at 12pmn)
Closed on STAT holidays and all SD61 winter and spring break closures
Exclusion Dates:
October 30, 2025
November 11, 2025
December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026
March 16 - 27, 2026
Fees: $22/day for 10 months
Estimated parent fee after the child care fee reduction: $17.25/day
*Children MUST be at least 30 months old and fully potty trained before starting this program.
