Southland Seasonal Preschool Program
We can't wait to meet you!
Visit us at our open house on March 9 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and see everything we have to offer your preschooler.
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Experience the many different aspects of Southland Leisure Centre while taking part in our activity-based program. Children will love taking advantage of our indoor play structure, playing games in the gymnasium, exploring their creativity through art, and occasionally spending time in the kiddie pool or ice skating in our arenas.
Getting your child ready for success
Children will prepare for kindergarten through a variety of meaningful play opportunities. Our program encourages creativity, cooperation and fun, helping them build self-confidence, identity and independence.
A day in our program at Southland Leisure Centre
A typical day in our preschool program includes free play, circle time, art/science time, physical activity time and snack time.
Prerequisites
Children must meet the minimum age requirements for each program and must be toilet trained in order to enroll. These are not parented programs.
Download the Parent Handbook from our Forms & Waivers page.
Preschool registration dates
Registration for the September 2023 to June 2024 preschool year is ongoing.
Season | Season dates | Registration date |
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Fall | Sep. - Dec. 2024 | Feb. 6, 2024 |
Winter | Jan. - Mar. 2025 | May 14, 2024 |
Spring | Apr. - Jun. 2025 | Oct. 2024 |
2023-24 preschool year
Registration for the 2023-24 season must be done in-person at the customer service desk of these locations:
Payment can be made in person, using cash, cheque or credit card. Monthly payments require a credit card on file and a one-month deposit upon registration.
Fees are based on the number of classes. Those registering for a partial season will be charged a pro-rated fee based on the remaining number of classes.
Classes for two and a half to three year-olds
Children must be at least two and a half years old by December 31, 2023.
Days/Times | Full Year Fee | Monthly Payments | Course ID |
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Mon., & Wed. 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
$1449.00 |
$144.90 (x 10 months) |
69392 |
Classes for three-year-olds
Children must be three years old by December 31, 2023.
Days/Times | Full Year Fee | Monthly Payments | Course ID |
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Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
$2,042.50 |
$204.25 (x 10 months) |
69393 |
Tue. & Thu. 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
$1,472.00 |
$147.20 (x 10 months) |
69394 |
Tue. & Thu. 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
$1,472.00 |
$147.20 (x 10 months) |
69395 |
Classes for four to five-year-olds
Children must be at least four years old by December 31, 2023. Children in kindergarten are welcome.
Days/Times | Full Year Fee | Monthly Payments | Course ID |
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Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. |
$3,021.00 |
$302.10 (x 10 months) |
69396 |
Mon., Wed., Fri. 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
$2,042.50 |
$204.25 (x 10 months) |
69397 |
Mon. & Wed. 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
$1,449.00 |
$144.90 (x 10 months) |
69398 |
Tue. & Thu. 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
$1,472.00 |
$147.20 (x 10 months) |
69399 |
Tue. & Thu. 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
$1,472.00 |
$147.20 (x 10 months) |
69400 |
2024-25 seasonal preschool
Register online (below) or in-person at:
Monthly payments
The seasonal rate can be split into three monthly payments by paying and registering in-person. Monthly payments are not available for online registration.
Fee Assistance
Customers approved for Recreation Fee Assistance via Fair Entry can use their subsidy allocation for preschool online or in-person.
Monthly payment amounts
Preschool frequency | Total cost | Monthly payments |
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Three days per week |
$798.00 | $266.00 (x three payments) |
Two days per week |
$570.00 | $190.00 (x three payments) |
One day per week |
$256.50 | $85.50 (x three payments) |
Payment can be made using cash, cheque or credit card. Split payments require a credit card on file and a one-month deposit upon registration.
Online registration and schedules
Safety and supervision
The safety of our preschoolers is our top priority. Staff supervision and instruction are provided in all programs.
Our staff are selected based on experience, leadership skills and their ability to relate to children. Staff are Intermediate First Aid and CPR certified and are trained in the High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development.
Children with disabilities are welcome
Our programs welcome children with disabilities. Please make us aware of any disabilities or behavioural needs during registration. It's the parent or guardian’s responsibility to find an aid for children with disabilities when required.
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