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 option to attend their daily planned activity, such as gym, creative-art sessions, swimming in the Jack Purcell Pool, the Homework Club, and the Reading Club. We also have planned activities based on the season (such as skating!) and special instructors are brought in to present various workshops.
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 option to attend their daily planned activity, such as gym, creative-art sessions, swimming in the Jack Purcell Pool, the Homework Club, and the Reading Club. We also have planned activities based on the season (such as skating!) and special instructors are brought in to present various workshops.
Schools
At this time, we are offering spots to children currently registered at Elgin Street Public School. If your child attends a different school, but would like to be registered, please contact Andrew at andrew@jpra.ca.
WHAT to Bring
- Weather-appropriate clothes -- no matter the weather, we are going to be outside! In the winter, don't forget indoor shoes, and in the summer don't forget hats and sunscreen!
- 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 program at an additional charge. This program is currently full.
Parent Handbook
Our Parent Handbook provides useful information on our Food and Allergy Policy, how to raise any concerns, and subsidies.
Registration
Registration is now 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. If you have any questions, contact Andrew at andrew@jpra.ca.