This program provides a safe and fun environment for children in Grades 1 to 6. Activities are planned for both junior- and senior-level children and include outdoor time, arts and crafts, sports, both high and low energy games, swimming, Colouring Club and Reading Club.
ASP is organized to provide the maximum benefit to the children. Each child is assigned to a group, based on their age and grade; Minis and Juniors. Each group has designated staff, who work primarily with them during the time they are in the program from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. All our staff, are responsible and handpicked, based on their knowledge and experience in working with children.
The afternoon is broken up into two activity periods and a 30-minute free time at the end of the day. The Children's Program Coordinator, Andrew, plans activities on a monthly schedule, which is posted on the whiteboard at the centre, providing parents and children with a look at what the month ahead offers! (Please note that the schedule may change at a moment's notice due to inclement weather and other factors.)
Each child has the daily option to choose between their group's daily planned activity (usually gym/running games), the Colouring Club, and the Reading Club. Kids also get to go swimming every two weeks in the community centre's pool. We also have planned activities based on the season, such as skating during the Winter and water gun fights during the Summer!
ASP is organized to provide the maximum benefit to the children. Each child is assigned to a group, based on their age and grade; Minis and Juniors. Each group has designated staff, who work primarily with them during the time they are in the program from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. All our staff, are responsible and handpicked, based on their knowledge and experience in working with children.
The afternoon is broken up into two activity periods and a 30-minute free time at the end of the day. The Children's Program Coordinator, Andrew, plans activities on a monthly schedule, which is posted on the whiteboard at the centre, providing parents and children with a look at what the month ahead offers! (Please note that the schedule may change at a moment's notice due to inclement weather and other factors.)
Each child has the daily option to choose between their group's daily planned activity (usually gym/running games), the Colouring Club, and the Reading Club. Kids also get to go swimming every two weeks in the community centre's pool. We also have planned activities based on the season, such as skating during the Winter and water gun fights during the Summer!
Schools
At this time, almost all of the kids who attend ASP are currently registered at Elgin Street Public School. If your child attends a different school, but is interested in registration, please contact Andrew at andrew@jpra.ca to arrange an individualized plan.
WHAT to Bring
- Weather-appropriate clothes -- no matter the weather, we are going to be outside!
- For Winter: Coats, snow pants, boots, hats, mitts, etc. You can also keep a pair of indoor shoes at JP to use during ASP.
- A nut-free snack. Please note we are a nut-free program, for more information, see our Parent Handbook.
- A refillable water bottle
- A change of clothes
ADD-On Extra-curriculars
We offer piano lessons during ASP hours for kids enrolled in the After School Program at an additional charge. This program is currently full. Contact Andrew if you'd like to be put on the waitlist.
Parent Handbook
Our Parent Handbook provides useful information on our Food and Allergy Policy, how to raise any concerns, and subsidies.
Registration
Registration is currently open! You can register online or at the front desk of the community centre. At this time, we are only offering full-time, monthly registration for the program. The month of December is at a rate of $245/month, while January through June is at a rate of $260/month. If you have any questions, contact Andrew at andrew@jpra.ca.