Brighter Futures Pre-School &
Junior Kindergarten Team
Please find important information below, regarding all of our programs.
Program Information
A licensed program for children aged 24-36 months. Children in this program begin to learn the basic building blocks of how we all work together in a classroom. Our child-led play environment is filled with activities, songs, stories and lots of messy fun!
A licensed Preschool program for three year old children. Our program focuses on the concept of a play based environment to enhance a child's overall development. Our preschool values play as an essential medium through which children participate with others in an active learning process. The program focuses on social development and strengthening fine and gross motor skills in a fun and safe environment.
The junior kindergarten program is a licensed program for four year old children that works on kindergarten readiness in a play based environment. Our teachers create “invitations to play” by providing diverse materials for exploration and representation which encourage making choices, problem solving, asking questions, expressing ideas, imagination and creativity.
In order to hold your child's spot, the registration fee AND September's fee must be paid, WITHIN 1 WEEK of registering or your spot will be given away. We accept cash, debit or credit card at the office, or e-transfer to payments@edsonfriendshipcentre.org (please put child's name in the memo section)
Subsidy available - Apply at: https://applychildcaresubsidy.alberta.ca/
Early Intervention Services
Brighter Futures is happy to provide Early Childhood Services (ECS) for children who require them. ECS includes both Pre-Kindergarten programming dedicated to children who require additional supports, and Kindergarten. This programming is directly immersed, and in conjunction with our preschool and junior kindergarten classes, in an inclusive-setting program. Children that are accessing early intervention services will be part of the regular programming and also receive specialized programming, as required, based on the needs of the child.
The PUF Coordinator (Certificated Teacher) develops the child's program, including their Individual Program Plan (IPP), with the child’s early education team (classroom teachers, therapists, and parents). Programming and support will be adapted each year to address the child's progress and learning needs.
Pre-Kindergarten is for children who require additional supports to prepare them for Kindergarten and Grade 1. Children eligible include those:
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learning English as a second language
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diagnosed with a mild, moderate, severe disability, or a language delay that is moderate or severe
Children with a severe disability or a language delay that is moderate or severe may start pre-Kindergarten at age 2 years 8 months as of August 31. Other eligible children may begin at age 3 years 8 months as of August 31.
Early childhood services provide coordinated supports and services that may include (but not limited to):
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A classroom assistant.
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An Individual Program Plan (IPP) with developmentally appropriate goals
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Support from qualified professionals including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Psychologists as needed.
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consultation with teachers, therapists, parents and early childhood educators. The parents must be actively involved in this process.
For questions regarding programing, please contact our PUF Coordinator, Kay-Amber Spreen at (587)817-6235 or kay-amber.spreen@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE CHOOSING THE PUF PROGRAMS TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD IN IF YOUR CHILD MEETS THIS CRITERIA OR HAS PREVIOUSLY RECEIVED PUF
In order to hold your child's spot, the registration fee must be paid, WITHIN 1 WEEK of registering or your spot will be given away. We accept cash, debit or credit card at the office, or e-transfer to payments@edsonfriendshipcentre.org (please put child's name in the memo section)
Kindergarten
Our kindergarten program helps to support the year prior to entry into Grade 1. Children may start Kindergarten at age 4 years 8 months as of August 31. In line with the values of the EFC, the kindergarten program is a child-centered, developmentally appropriate program of learning for kindergarten aged children. The purpose of the program is to establish a strong foundation for learning in the early years, and to do so in a safe and caring, play-based environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of all children. There will be a focus on servicing the needs of children who may benefit from a smaller class size and regular, integrated specialized supports and services, however this is an inclusive program. The goal of the program is to help children make a smoother transition to Grade 1 and to aid in improving their success in school moving forward. The class has an enrollment cap of 10 students to allow for one-on-one and small group focus.
NOTE THAT THIS IS AN APPLICATION PROCESS AND YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF YOUR CHILD HAS BEEN ACCEPTED INTO OUR KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
Brighter Futures 2 Year Old Program
Brighter Futures 4 Year Old Program
Brighter Futures 3 Year Old Program
Edson Friendship Centre
Brighter Futures Children's Programs and Private School
#200, 111 54 Street, Edson, Alberta T7E 1T2, Canada
Call 587-817-8233
Email joleen.bishop@edsonfriendshipcentre.org
Better yet, see us in person!
We love our families, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
