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Westboro Nursery School    Since 1968
Where playing and learning go hand in hand
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Development
At Westboro Nursery School we strive to promote the development of the whole child, emotionally, socially, physically, cognitively, intellectually and creatively.
 
We celebrate the individual in a climate of sharing and cooperation. Children build a sense of belonging to the group and a positive self-image.
 
Knowledge
We promote greater understanding by parents in matters relating to early childhood education.
 
Our programs are based on sound knowledge of child development. Developmentally appropriate practice is based on the belief that children are motivated largely from within and that children pass through distinct stages in a given sequence, characterized by specific cognitive styles and abilities.
 
 
Child Centric
Learning is child-centred and play-based. Children play in order to know and understand the world around them, to express themselves and to practice new skills. We strive to provide an environment that is gender, culture and ability inclusive.
 
We provide a warm, safe, child-centred environment which fosters active participation of the child in concrete experiences.

How it works
The curriculum includes language development, mathematical concepts, dramatic play, creative activities, health and safety, environmental sciences and physical, social and emotional development. Sign language is an integral part of our program.
The children work independently as well as cooperatively in small groups. The ratio of 1:8 ensures that the teachers can observe children's handling of materials and social situations, assess their development and encourage experiences that further their growth.  Task time is flexible according to the purpose and needs of the child.
Theme based, hands-on activities are designed to build on what the child already knows and extend that knowledge further.  Children's natural curiosity and desire to make sense of the world are used to motivate them to become involved in learning.  This involvement and resulting "joy of discovery" is how we want children to view learning for the rest of their lives.

Background
Westboro Nursery School was started in 1968 at the Westboro Community Centre (now Dovercourt Recreation Centre) by a group of parents who felt the need for a quality preschool program.  Westboro Nursery School is operated on a nonprofit basis and administered by its member parents.  This cooperative program offers a great opportunity for parental input and participation.
The program is based on a creative play centred approach, concerned with the child's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.  Each child's uniqueness is celebrated in a climate of sharing and cooperation.
Westboro Nursery School employs a Director and teachers trained in Early Childhood Education.  There are 24 children in each of the morning and afternoon programs, assuming full enrolment.  Westboro Nursery School is inspected and licensed annually by the Ontario Ministry of Community, Family and Children’s Services (Day Nurseries Branch) which sets the standards for health, safety, staff training and school premises.  All individuals assisting in duties and field trips are required by law to obtain a Police Records Check.