CEFA Nanaimo

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CEFA Nanaimo Private early years school for children ages 1 to 5, designed to build the confidence and foundations that help them grow into future leaders.

Our investment in one of the largest schools in Nanaimo with over 14,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space results in allowing for the most ideal classroom sizes for personal growth. Our beautiful Nanaimo location boosts 7 classrooms, three infant/toddler rooms and four classrooms for ages 3-5, resource/parent room, an in house chef and three brand new outdoor playground. Our under 36 months old are having a separate sleeping area other than their activity area to ensure their safety while sleeping. We will offer 120 students an enriched curriculum that will feature a unique partnership of core subjects, such as Reading, Writing, Math and Science and fine arts, such as Drama, Music, and Yoga. We provide children the freedom to learn and grow through play. We welcome applications from new families at any time, although we recommend registering at birth for our unique CEFA programs. To enroll in our school and avail of our current offer send us an email or call us. For more information on our programs or to arrange a tour, please fill out an inquiry form.

1815 Bowen Rd Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1 Inquire at [email protected] or call us at (250) 755 6502

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving to our wonderful families and amazing team! 🙏💫 We are truly grateful for each and every one of you! Your support and spirit make our community shine! 🤩💛

Nature Garden Activity!🍂🍁🍃🌾Our students created their own beautiful gardens using real flowers, leaves, and twigs! As th...
10/07/2026

Nature Garden Activity!🍂🍁🍃🌾
Our students created their own beautiful gardens using real flowers, leaves, and twigs! As they explored the natural materials, they enjoyed touching, smelling, and arranging them to create their unique artwork. This hands-on activity encouraged creativity, sensory exploration, and an appreciation for nature, while giving them the opportunity to have fun and express their ideas in their own imaginative way💛

A is for Alligator! 🐊From A to C, our students had so much fun learning their ABCs through art, creativity, and hands-on...
10/03/2026

A is for Alligator! 🐊
From A to C, our students had so much fun learning their ABCs through art, creativity, and hands-on activities! 🎨

Every Child Matters🧡💫 At our school, we honor the healing journey of residential school survivors and their families. Ou...
09/30/2026

Every Child Matters🧡💫 At our school, we honor the healing journey of residential school survivors and their families. Our teachers shared the history of Indigenous people as part of reconciling Canada’s history! 🙏🧡 🧡🧡🧡

Running with purpose, kindness, and hope!Our students proudly created these beautiful banners for the Terry Fox Run and ...
09/29/2026

Running with purpose, kindness, and hope!
Our students proudly created these beautiful banners for the Terry Fox Run and came together to support Terry’s dream of finding a cure for cancer. 💙 We are so proud to share that, together, we raised up to $1,700 for the Terry Fox Foundation! 🎉🙌 A huge thank you to all our families, and everyone who supported this meaningful cause💛🙏

Little Chef🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳 Our students had so much fun getting hands-on exploring new flavours, cutting, creating, and of course...
09/26/2026

Little Chef🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳 Our students had so much fun getting hands-on exploring new flavours, cutting, creating, and of course enjoying some yummy treats🫐🍓

Our CB students are enjoying the playdough🤩They rolled, pressed, and shaped playdough using different tools and cutters....
09/18/2026

Our CB students are enjoying the playdough🤩They rolled, pressed, and shaped playdough using different tools and cutters. It was a fun way to practice our fine motor skills and become familiar with red, our colour of the month❤️

STEM Activity! Our students explored balance, stability, problem-solving, and creativity as they designed, built, tested...
09/16/2026

STEM Activity! Our students explored balance, stability, problem-solving, and creativity as they designed, built, tested, and improved their creations! 🧱💡Learning through hands-on play makes STEM exciting! 🌟

09/12/2026

Science starts with curiosity.

Through hands-on exploration of the human body, children discover how different body parts and organs help us grow, move, think, and stay healthy.

At CEFA, early STEM learning helps children ask questions, make connections, and begin to understand the world around them with confidence.

Sneak peeks into our classrooms! 🤩✨Our students are having so much fun learning and exploring the fascinating world of t...
09/10/2026

Sneak peeks into our classrooms! 🤩✨
Our students are having so much fun learning and exploring the fascinating world of the food we eat! 🍎🥕🥦

09/08/2026

Behind every early learning experience is an educator who helps children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn, like Miss K at .oakville 💛

At CEFA, our teachers bring care, creativity, and intention into the classroom each day, helping children build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

Thank you to the educators across our schools who make such a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

09/03/2026

Music helps children hear, feel, and understand patterns.

Through rhythm activities, steady beats, and sound exploration, children begin building early listening, sequencing, and creative thinking skills.

At CEFA, music is part of a well-rounded early years experience that supports confidence, expression, movement, and joyful discovery.

My 1st Day of New School Year💛📚
09/02/2026

My 1st Day of New School Year💛📚

08/29/2026

Movement helps children build more than physical skills.

Through activities like Taekwondo, children practice balance, coordination, focus, listening, and self-confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

At CEFA, physical development is part of our whole-child approach, helping children grow stronger in body, mind, and confidence.

08/25/2026

Creative expression is part of how children learn.

Through open-ended art experiences, children experiment with colour, movement, texture, and pattern while strengthening fine motor control and hand-eye coordination.

At CEFA, visual arts help children build confidence in their ideas and discover that every creative process can lead to something uniquely their own.

08/19/2026

Little routines can teach big lessons.

When children practice handwashing, they are learning independence, responsibility, self-care, and the confidence to take part in daily routines.

At CEFA, everyday moments are opportunities to build life skills that help children feel capable, prepared, and proud of what they can do.

Writing begins long before a child picks up a pencil to form letters. It starts with building the skills behind the skil...
08/18/2026

Writing begins long before a child picks up a pencil to form letters.

It starts with building the skills behind the skill.

Before age three, children build the foundations for future writing through activities that strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and early pre-writing movements such as lines, circles, and patterns.

In this post, we're sharing five simple activities that help support these important developmental milestones. Through guided exploration and hands-on learning, children develop the strength, control, and confidence that prepare them for handwriting in the years ahead.

08/15/2026

Every child communicates in their own way.

Through sign language activities, children explore letters, sounds, movement, and meaning while strengthening early literacy and communication skills.

At CEFA, experiences like these help children build confidence, express themselves, and connect with others in thoughtful and inclusive ways.

Looking for your next storytime pick? 📚This month, we’re sharing 5 CEFA-recommended books to read with your child.Brown ...
08/15/2026

Looking for your next storytime pick? 📚

This month, we’re sharing 5 CEFA-recommended books to read with your child.

Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Eric Carle
Ten Apples up on Top by Dr. Seuss
Festival of Colors by Surishtha Sehgal and Kabir Sehgal
Carson Crosses Canada by Linda Bailey & Kass Reich
The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds

Learn about colours, counting, countries, and creativity with these five classics that your child will want to read over, and over, and over (and over) again.

Swipe through for this month’s picks. 💛

Join the team at .northland for a fun-filled Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026. Bring the whole...
08/14/2026

Join the team at .northland for a fun-filled Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026.

Bring the whole family for a day of celebration, connection, and discovery, with plenty of fun for everyone.

Meet CEFA Calgary - Northland's wonderful teachers, enjoy delicious refreshments, and take part in fun activities for kids and the whole family, with surprises throughout the day. Experience the CEFA difference in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

🗓️ August 22, 2026
⏰ 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
📍 2210 – 5235 Northland Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2L 2J8

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Event Schedule:

9:30 a.m. Registration & Welcome
10:00 a.m. Remarks & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
10:30 a.m. School Tours & Family Activities

Address

1815 Bowen Road
Nanaimo, BC
V9S1H1

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+12507556502

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