Preparing for Grade 1 and Beyond
Kindergarten is about more than academic preparation. It is also a time for children to develop the independence, confidence, and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in a more structured learning environment.
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Programs
Kindergarten
Growing Minds. Building Confidence. Inspiring Discovery.
Welcome to Kindergarten
Kindergarten is an exciting milestone where curiosity develops into deeper understanding, independence grows, and children begin building the academic and personal skills that will support them throughout their education.
At Beacon Heights ECS, our Kindergarten program provides a supportive, engaging learning environment where children are encouraged to think critically, explore new ideas, develop meaningful relationships, and approach new challenges with confidence.
Ages
4 Years, 8 Months to 6 Years
Program Options
Morning (AM), Afternoon (PM), and Full-Day
Curriculum
Alberta Education Kindergarten Curriculum
Our Approach to Learning
Our Kindergarten program follows Alberta Education's Kindergarten curriculum, combining intentional instruction, hands-on learning, and purposeful play to strengthen children's academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
As children prepare for Grade 1, our educators introduce increasingly challenging learning experiences that build on existing knowledge and encourage greater independence.
We incorporate elements of the Montessori approach, encouraging children to take responsibility, make choices, develop practical life skills, and become active participants in their learning.
STEM learning is also integrated throughout our program, encouraging children to investigate questions, explore scientific and mathematical concepts, experiment with different solutions, and develop early reasoning and problem-solving skills.
Our goal is to help children become confident, capable, and curious learners who are prepared for the next stage of their educational journey.
Learning Areas
What Your Child Will Learn
Our Kindergarten program builds on the foundations established in Pre-Kindergarten, introducing more advanced concepts across key learning areas in accordance with Alberta Education's curriculum.
Language & Early Literacy
Developing foundational reading and writing skills through phonological awareness, letter-sound relationships, vocabulary development, storytelling, early writing, and meaningful communication.
Mathematics & Numeracy
Strengthening number recognition, counting, comparing quantities, recognizing patterns, exploring shapes, and mathematical reasoning skills.
Science & Discovery
Investigating the natural world through observation, inquiry, experimentation, and hands-on exploration while developing the ability to ask questions, make predictions, and communicate discoveries.
Social Studies & Community
Exploring identity, family, culture, citizenship, and community while developing an understanding of relationships, responsibilities, diversity, and belonging.
Physical Education & Wellness
Building coordination, movement skills, physical confidence, emotional regulation, cooperation, and healthy habits through active play and structured learning experiences.
Creative Expression
Developing imagination, self-expression, and creativity through visual arts, music, movement, dramatic play, and opportunities to communicate ideas in different ways.
Small Classes. Personalized Learning.
Our small child-to-staff ratios allow educators to provide individualized attention, adapt learning experiences, and closely monitor each child's progress.
When appropriate, additional support, including one-to-one assistance and collaboration with our interdisciplinary team, helps children participate meaningfully and work toward their individual learning goals.
Program Details
- Age Eligibility
- 4 Years, 8 Months to 6 Years
- Program Options
- Morning (AM), Afternoon (PM), and Full-Day
- Learning Environment
- Centre-based
- Curriculum
- Alberta Education Kindergarten Curriculum
- Individualized Support
- Available according to each child's learning and developmental needs
Resources
Schedules & Calendar
Download program schedules and the school calendar to plan your child's year.
2026-2027 School Calendar
Download2026-2027 School Calendar (PDF)Weekly Schedule Kindergarten (Half-Day)
DownloadWeekly Schedule Kindergarten (Half-Day) (PDF)Weekly Schedule Kindergarten (Full-Day)
DownloadWeekly Schedule Kindergarten (Full-Day) (PDF)
Visit us
Tour Where Your Child's Next Chapter Begins
Whether you're exploring daycare, early intervention, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, or simply looking for a place where your child will be known and supported, we'd love to welcome you to Beacon Heights ECS.