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Preschool Programs
It is our goal to provide safe and stimulating programs for all children. Fulfilling your child’s need to laugh, play, make friends and discover things is our motivation. The programs are taught by knowledgeable, child friendly staff in a safe and developmentally appropriate environment.
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| Do I have to stay with my child in the program? |
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Preschool programs have been divided into 2 sections. Parent Participation, where parents stay in the class and benefit from interaction with their children.
Independent programs are drop off (No parental participation required). All children registered must have complete independent toileting skills. A safe departure practice is in place. Parents/guardians are required to sign children out of the program space when they are picked up.
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| Can I bring a sibling to the program? |
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Infants content to be in a snugli are welcome in the preschool room areas. Extra caution should be taken in our gymnasium programs. We DO NOT allow strollers in the program area. The Holly Centre and East Bayfield Preschool rooms are adjacent to child care rooms for added convenience.
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| If my child is below the age requirement can I still enroll him/her in the program? |
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You must first gain permission in order to allow an age over-ride. Permission is granted on the basis that the child turns the required age within the program time. Inquiries should be directed to Recreation Information 739-4287 (automated phone line) or recinfo@barrie.ca. Please include participants name, home phone number and barcode of the course.
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| Do you rent space for preschool birthday parties? |
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Yes. We call them Preschool Play days . Dates are based on availability at both the Holly and East Bayfield Community Centres. Inquiries should be directed the centre where you wish to have the rental.
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| Can I register once the program has started? |
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We will accept registrations within 2 weeks of the program start date. Program rates are NOT pro-rated unless the City of Barrie transfers a waitlisted individual after the start date of the program.
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| Can I transfer to another class once programs have started? |
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Yes. Within 2 weeks if there is availability in your new choice of class. To arrange a transfer please contact the centre where the program is taking place.
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| What happens if my course is cancelled? |
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At times courses have to be cancelled due to low registration. The City of Barrie makes every attempt to run a class; however, there are times when we must cancel. All participants are called using the contact information provided at the time of registration.
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| If the program is offered more than once a week, may I attend a different day if I miss my scheduled class? |
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NO. Due to strict insurance regulations, the department will only allow participants in their registered classes.
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| May a visiting grandparent or other family member accompany myself and my child to view a program? |
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In most cases this is no problem. Please check with the Instructor beforehand.
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