please note that the after school program registration is currently on hold until we receive further direction on the reopening of schools.
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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 the Homework Club, arts and crafts, swimming, cooking and games. There are also physical activities and sports—both inside and outside (weather permitting). Please note that we are a nut free and sesame-free program.
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"Hands down, the best after school programming the city. JPRA offers children a safe, interactive and most of all, fun experience for kids of all ages." |
How our after school Program works
The AS Program is organized to provide the maximum benefit to the children. Each child is assigned to a group, based on their age and grade: Minis, Juniors and Seniors. Each group has a designated staff, who work primarily with them during the time they are in the program, that is, 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 and Youth Programs Coordinator plans activities on a monthly schedule, which is posted at the centre and on our website. This provides parents and children with a look at what the month ahead offers!
Each child has the option to attend their daily planned activity, such as gym, creative-art sessions, cooking adventures, 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.
The afternoon is broken up into two activity periods and a 30-minute free time at the end of the day. The Children and Youth Programs Coordinator plans activities on a monthly schedule, which is posted at the centre and on our website. This provides parents and children with a look at what the month ahead offers!
Each child has the option to attend their daily planned activity, such as gym, creative-art sessions, cooking adventures, 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.
Registration
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The After School Program 2020-2021 registration is now open.
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dates, times and fees
Age Range |
5-12 years old |
Cost |
$240.00 per month $215.00 for 2nd child $170.00 for 3rd child $72.00 per week $16.00 per day |
Time |
2:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m |
After Care (5:30-6pm) |
$43/month $20/week $7/day |
Schools
We serve children from:
- Elgin Street Public School
- Lady Evelyn Alternative School
- Centennial Public School
- École élémentaire Publique Francojeunesse
- Elementary School Catholic Au Cœur D'ottawa
Subsidies
The Jack Purcell Recreation Association offers a limited number of subsidies to those living in Centretown. You should apply for a subsidy for any of our programs at least one month prior to the required payment and registration deadline.There is a 10-business-day waiting period and the application is subject to approval. Request a Subsidy Application Form at the front desk, or download and fill out the form and send by email to info@jpra.ca.
- New After School Program clients must apply for a subsidy for each school term, that is, from September to December and January to June.
- Returning After School Program Clients must reapply for a subsidy in December for January.
- Subsidies are awarded per full fiscal year from January to December
| Subsidy Application Form |