Alberni Valley Childcare Society-Stepping Stones Programs

sh a close and nurturing relationship with your child. To ensure a sense of trust and security we plan our program activities and routines so that there is a regular day to day pattern. Nutritious snacks are provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 4. Daycare
30 months to 5 year olds

A quality program for children thirty months to five years old. Locations:

Stepping Stones: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
Stepping Stones Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)
Stepping Stones Too: 4222 Cedarwood St. Description:

We provide care, support and activities to develop each child's individual independence and personal growth. Children are building on preschool skills in a daycare environment. Each centre has spacious rooms, fully equipped programs and universal playgrounds. At Stepping Stones, children can also access a large indoor gym space. A nutritious morning and afternoon snack is provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 8. Programs:
Daycare - Under 3 years
Daycare 3 - 5 Years &
Full Day Kindergarten


Preschool
Classes for 3 to 5 year olds

A child centered program providing early learning opportunities for children. Locations:
(English) Stepping Stones: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
(French) Stepping Stones Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)


Description:

Our programs provide unlimited possibilities to construct, create, imagine and discover in a safe and nurturing environment. Children participate in a take home reading program and are building a foundation to become active life long learners. Special outings are part of our monthly program. A nutritious snack is provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 10. Before & After School Care. Kindergarten to Grade 6

Before and after school care for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6. Locations:

Stepping Out Club: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
Stepping Out Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)

Description:

The programs provide opportunities for group and personal projects, indoor and outdoor games, art, cooking, weekly outings and special events. Snack is provided. The staff to child ratio for K-1 is 1 to 10 and 1-15 for children Grades 2-6. Some transportation available on our Stepping Stones Bus - please call.