Our Operations

P.L.A.Y. is able to accommodate 52 children ranging in ages from birth to 6 years. We accommodate children in three categories: infants (0 – 19 months), toddlers (19 months – 36 months and preschoolers (3 – 6 years) in three rooms. Our Parent Handbook outlines our policies in detail.

Programming

Our Early Childhood Educators plan and facilitate meaningful learning experiences based on sound knowledge of children’s development and on daily observation of the child’s interests, needs and abilities. We implement programming that is relevant and meaningful to the children. Our philosophy is to provide a predictable yet still flexible daily routine to instill a sense of security which allows for individual preferences and independent choice. Each day will incorporate a balance of:
   (a) fine and gross motor play;
   (b) quiet and active times;
   (c) large group, small group and individual activities; and
   (d) child-initiated and adult-initiated activities.

Hours of Operation

P.L.A.Y. is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.,  Monday to Friday.
The Centre will be closed for all general and optional statutory holidays (12 days) recognized by the Alberta Government. In addition, P.L.A.Y. will be closed between Boxing Day and New Year's, as well as for three Professional Development (PD) days. The PD days will be determined by the Executive Director at the beginning of each year.