Junior Kindergarten
Our Junior Kindergarten classrooms are warm, welcoming, and alive with creativity.
Affectionately known as the “JKs,” these vibrant learning spaces offer children a unique environment where they can explore, grow, and thrive. We prioritize creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing atmosphere where each child feels valued and secure.
Our team of certified Early Childhood Educators and Assistants work collaboratively to model positive behaviour, support social development, and foster a strong sense of community. Open, respectful communication between educators, children, and families is a cornerstone of our approach.
Play-based learning is at the heart of our enriched curriculum, inspiring curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Our program offers full-time spaces for children aged 2.5-5 years.
"Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning." - Mr. Rogers.
Kindergarten Readiness
Our Kindie Club program strengthens early literacy, numeracy, motor skills, and independence—laying the foundation for success in our K–8 programming at Christ Church Cathedral School.
Nature-Based Learning
Nature-based learning fosters curiosity, resilience, and a deep connection to the environment. Through outdoor exploration, sensory play, and hands-on discovery, our youngest learners grow intellectually, physically, and socially.
Community
We foster a strong sense of connection through daily updates via the HiMama app, and special family events, which keeps families informed and engaged in their child’s learning journey.
Art
Children explore creativity through painting, drawing, and crafting. They learn to express themselves freely while developing fine motor skills and confidence in their ideas.
Music
Our Music program encourages joyful participation through singing, rhythm, and movement. Children build listening skills, coordination, and an early appreciation for music in a playful and engaging setting.
Movement
Movement activities help build coordination, balance, and gross motor skills. Whether dancing, jumping, or playing group games, children learn about their bodies and the joy of active play.
Language
Language development is fostered through stories, songs, conversation, and early literacy activities. Children build vocabulary, listening skills, and confidence as emerging communicators.
Mathematics
Through hands-on exploration with patterns, numbers, shapes, and sorting, children begin to develop foundational math concepts in a fun and meaningful way.
Children explore values like kindness, gratitude, and compassion through stories, songs, and play—building a strong moral foundation. Monthly chapel visits to Christ Church Cathedral nurture a sense of wonder and connection to the larger CCCS community.
Faith
St. Matthias
(Fairfield location)
St. Dunstan
(Gordon Head Location)
