Oak Bay Preschool is a parent-owned school, using a play-based curriculum that:
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provides social and play experiences with children their own age
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supports the development of the whole child – socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually
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allows for the recognition of each child’s unique learning style, abilities, and developmental level
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encourages curiosity and creativity
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allows for hands on learning, where the curriculum can emerge from the children’s interests, needs and desires; making learning concrete and
meaningful
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provides the experience of having parent and child mutually sharing and participating in the school’s activities
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includes regular fieldtrips to Goldstream Park during the salmon run, Galey Farms, Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary, and Oak Bay Public Library to
name a few
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enjoys in-house visits from Victoria Conservatory of Music, Swan Lake Nature Programs, Community Liasons-Police, Children's Librarian from Oak
Bay Public Library and Victoria Compost Center
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offers monthly parent education sessions featuring topics of interest on child development
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presents opportunities to work with a diverse group of parents from the community and build lifelong friendships for both the children and their
caregivers
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takes place in an allergy aware, nut free environment