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Todays Family - Early Learning and Child Care

R A Riddell School Age Programs
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Record #: CCH0103 Last Modified: 21 May 2013 Last Full Update: 21 May 2013
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Address & Map
R A Riddell School
200 Cranbrook Dr
Hamilton, ON L9C 5Z4
 
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Located In CommunityHamilton Mountain West
Major IntersectionGarth St and Lincoln M Alexander Pkwy
WardWard 8
Office Phone905-383-0228
Fax905-574-2684
E-Mailccr@todaysfamily.ca
Websitewww.todaysfamily.ca
Bus Routes(35) COLLEGE
Contact Information
Mailing Address44 Greendale Dr 
Hamilton, ON L9C 5Z4
Primary ContactMonica Szczepanski, Acting Program Coordinator; Phone: 905-383-0228
Alternate ContactBarb Vanry, Director of Family & Children's Programs,, Today's Family; Phone: 905-627-0699; Email: bvanry@todaysfamily.ca
Description & Services
Description*Qualified staff offer various activities including crafts, games, outdoor play and quiet areas for homework. 
*Integration of special needs children for summer camps may be accommodated and is reviewed on individual basis. 
*Preschool Program: Full day early learning and care program available on-site to provide seamless day for children and families.  
*Kindergarten Extended Day Program: Extended day (before and after school program) available for the full day kindergarten program.  
*Summer kindercamp available. 
 
This program implements the Emergent Curriculum approach. Both an educational philosophy and process, it is about respect for the individual, and means creating learning opportunities with each child that are based on that child’s own background, interests, feelings and perceptions. It builds confidence, is highly energizing and supports both emotional and intellectual development.  
 
This child care program presently participates in Raising the Bar. The presence of a Raising the Bar certificate is a sign that the program is committed to maintaining provincial regulatory standards as well as local community standards. For more information please go to: www.ascy.ca/raising_info-for-parents.htm
HoursMon-Fri 7 am-6 pm * Before and After School Care Mon-Fri 7 am-8:45 am and/or 3:20 pm-6 pm * March Break, Xmas Break, Summer, PA Days Mon-Fri 7 am-6 pm
DatesClosure Dates: Statutory holidays
Areas ServedHamilton (City of) ; and surrounding areas
EligibilityAges: 2.5 year(s) - 12 year(s) 
 
Ages in years and months: 2 years 6 months - 12 years
FeesProgram - Call for information
LanguagesEnglish
Membership TypesRaising the Bar - 2012
Child Care Specific - Service Details
Child Care Headings1-Licensed Child Care Centres ; Out of School Programs
Type of CarePart-time ; Kindergarten Age Care - Covers before and after school care and all school breaks, including summer school age care, for children in the full day kindergarten program. ; Before School - Available full or part time ; After School - Available full or part time ; Christmas Break ; March Break ; Summer School Age Care ; PA Day
School EscortR A Riddell - Escorts within this school. Kindergarten age program located in modular unit in rear playground. ; Taxi can be arranged for neighbouring schools and parents are responsible for taxi fees.
Schools In AreaR A Riddell
Type of ProgramLicensed Child Care Centre
Other Details
Service CategoriesChild Care Centres
Legal NameToday's Family R A Riddell School Age Program (Today's Family - Caring For Your Child)
AccessibilityFully Accessible