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Tuition and Registration Fee by Program

All of our programs start in September and end in June.

2024-2025: 3-year-old Program with morning (either 8:45 – 11:15am or 9:00 – 11:30am), or afternoon classes (12:45 – 3:15pm).  Classes are on Tuesday and Thursday.

• Non-refundable registration fee: $100.00
• 2023-2024 Monthly tuition: $100 (subsidy applied)
• Registrants must be 3 years old by December 31st, of the same school year in which they will commence classes to be eligible for enrollment in the 3 yr old program. Children must be toilet trained
• Must have SSCA family membership ($25) or associate membership ($35) prior to registering

2024-2025: 4-year-old Program (morning class runs 8:45 – 11:45am and afternoon class runs 12:45 – 3:45pm) Classes are on Monday Wednesday and Friday.

• Non-refundable registration fee: $100.00
• 2023-2024 Monthly tuition: $170 (subsidy applied)
• Registrants must be 4 years old by December 31st, of the same school year in which they will commence classes to be eligible for enrollment in the 4 yr old program. Children must be toilet trained
• Must have SSCA family membership ($25) or associate membership ($35) prior to registering

2024-2025: 4-year-old All Day Program (class runs 9:00 – 3:30pm) Classes are on Monday Wednesday and Friday.

• Non-refundable registration fee: $100.00
• 2023-2024 Monthly tuition: $450 (subsidy applied)
• Registrants must be 4 years old by December 31st, of the same school year in which they will commence classes to be eligible for enrollment in the 4 yr old program. Children must be toilet trained
• Must have SSCA family membership ($25) or associate membership ($35) prior to registering

All registrants must have a membership with the Silver Springs Community Association. For residents, the membership cost is $25.00. Non residents may purchase an associate membership for $35.00.

Purchase your membership here SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP or email administration@silverspringscommunity.ca

All registrants will be charged a $30  school supply fee with their initial tuition payment.

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Payment Schedule:

A PAD, pre-authorized debit, form is required to debit your account for the monthly tuition.

If you register before June 1st– the first withdrawal will be on June 1st. 

If you register after June 1st – the first withdrawal will be on the first day of the following consecutive month of registration. This will be your prepayment for the year’s tuition, remaining monthly payments will be withdrawn on the first of each month from September to May.

If you register after September 1st – the first withdrawal will be on the first day of the next month.  This will be your prepayment for the June tuition. The second payment will also be on the first day of the following consecutive month of registration through to May 1st.

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PUF Funding – Silver Springs Preschool welcomes children with PUF (Program Unit Funding). Please note however, that our policies provide for a maximum of 2 PUF children per class. When you register, please indicate in the comments section that your child is PUF funded. They will be registered in the order received. When the maximum has been reached in a class, no other PUF students will be accepted. Your child will not qualify for a spot at Silver Springs Preschool if you fail to disclose PUF funding at the time of registration. 

Silver Springs Preschool firmly believes in the importance of play. Play is an integral part in every aspect of a child’s development. It facilitates motor development, social competence, emotional development, self- control, confidence, creativity, scientific reasoning and abstract thinking.

Our Goals and Promise to you and your children

• To provide a variety of learning opportunities, which recognize the different learning styles of each individual child
• To allow each child to access the learning opportunities provided at their own pace
• To provide a fun, stimulating and nurturing environment
• To provide children with the skills they will need to enter Kindergarten with confidence
• To familiarize children with the rules, routines and structures they will encounter in Kindergarten
• To give both children and their parents a sense of community

Each day is filled with teachable moments. Young children are eager to learn and their play usually shows what they are learning day to day.  So, the next time you ask a young child, “What did you do at school today?” and he/she replies, “I just played”, think twice and grin for he/she did that and so much more.

What makes Silver Springs such a great preschool? 

• We firmly believe in the importance of play
• Hand Writing Without Tears Program
• 22 Week Jolly Phonics Program for the 4 Year Old Program
• Experienced and qualified teachers with a low student to teacher ratio
• We have a teacher & teacher assistant in each classroom
• Speech Therapy Program, Music Program, Exercise Program (Yoga, Gym Time, etc.)
• Organized field trips and many in classroom visitors
• Organized special days (baking days, PJ days, etc. )
• Halloween, Christmas concert & year-end party where parents are invited to watch
• Use of a full gymnasium.
• We are a peanut-free facility
• Open door policy – opportunity for parent to volunteer in the classroom
• All children receive graduation gifts at the end of the school year
• Link to the Alberta Child Care Subsidy Program  

TEACHERS & ASSISTANTS

Preschool Documents

• Parent Volunteer Duties

Curious about what our preschool is like? Watch our virtual tour https://youtu.be/RdyXAHFvwo8!

Silver Springs Preschool – Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you have other questions, please email the preschool at preschool@silverspringscommunity.ca

How do I register my child and when?

Register your child online by visiting the Silver Springs Preschool website at https://silverspringscommunity.ca/preschool/

Registration dates are as follows:

• Returning Students Registration | January 11 2024 at 8pm: Families who are currently enrolled in the preschool
• Alumni Registration | January 16th 2024 at 8pm: Families who have had children attend the preschool in the last 5 years
• Pre-registration | January 18th 2024 at 8pm: Silver Springs residents only
• Open registration | January 22nd 2024 at 8pm: Registration is open to everyone

If you are having troubles registering online, please email the registrar at preschool@silverspringscommunity.ca

Subsidy

We have applied the federal childcare subsidy to our tuition payments. Silver Springs Community Association takes care of all reporting on behalf of the parents/guardians. If your household income is lower than $180,000 – you may be eligible for an additional subsidy. Parents and guardians must apply for this on their own. To find out eligibility requirements and to apply the link is: https://www.alberta.ca/child-care-subsidy Once approved, you will be reimbursed for tuition paid and future tuition payments will be adjusted accordingly.

If you are approved, SSCA will receive notification from the Alberta government. We then receive money from them, which we give back to you every month by cheque. 

Do you have before or after care at the preschool?

At this time we do not offer any before or after school care for our preschool classes.

What types of parent volunteer positions are available at the preschool? Do I have to volunteer?
Your commitment is either:

• Volunteer as a member of the Preschool Advisory Committee (PSAC)
• Toy Cleaning x 8-10 times throughout school year. This is done in our commercial dishwasher and takes 5-8 minutes
• Playdoh Maker (biweekly), Laundry (biweekly), Scrapbooking

It is also possible for a grandparent, nanny, or other caregiver to do the duty days. If you do not complete your volunteer obligations, families will be charged $250 at the end of the school year. Alternatively, you can opt out at the beginning of the school year and pay the $250 at the time of registration.

Do I have to volunteer in the classroom?

No, but we do encourage parents to participate, especially on their child’s “special day” which includes birthdays and/or show & share days.  Parent volunteers must have a police background information check (e-PIC).  An e-PIC is valid for 3 years and there is a minimal charge to complete this check.  A volunteer letter from the preschool is required to complete the e-PIC and can be requested from the Silver Springs Community Centre by emailing preschool@silverspringscommunity.ca If you have access to your existing EPIC from another group, you can “share” the results with Silver Springs Community Association. 

If cost is a barrier for your family, please email programs@silverspringscommunity.ca

Why does the Preschool fundraise?

Fundraising dollars are raised each year to introduce fun and exciting activities, beyond our regular curriculum.  Every dollar raised goes directly back into the Preschool.  Fundraising dollars have enabled us to add programs such as yoga classes, music/dance classes, new toys and fund field trips (Zoo/Butterfield Acres/Safety City).   Please watch our newsletters and/or visit our website for details on our fundraising efforts.

What if my child is sick or not well?

If your child is ill (fever, vomiting or diarrhea) please do not bring them to school. We request this in consideration of all children and staff. We will contact you to pick up your child immediately, should they become ill at school. We highly recommend a 48-hour symptom free period following a child having a fever/ vomiting / diarrhea. If you know in advance your child will be away, please let your teachers know, and/or phone the preschool at 403-286-3170.

What should my child wear to school?

Our program includes exploring a variety of art mediums, including paint/water/sand etc.  We also spend time in the gym and outside playing games and learning new skills. Wearing play clothes to preschool is a good idea.  It is also important that your child has suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for the weather.

My child has food allergies; can he/she still attend this Preschool? 

We are a school that supports children with allergies. Children do not share snacks and we ensure that children wash their hands before and after snack time. We are also a nut-free school. Please indicate on your registration form if your child has any allergies.

How can parents receive regular information on activities and themes being taught in the classroom?

Parents receive a newsletter as well as a monthly calendar. Teachers also use the app “Class Dojo”. This is an effective tool for direct messaging and receiving updates. Your teacher will send more information about the app closer to the start of the school year. Teachers will also use email and phone calls to communicate with parents/guardians as needed.