- 403-288-2616
- administration@silverspringscommunity.ca
- Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 3:30pm
2025/2026 Registration status as of March 2025:
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. Children will participate in regular physical activity in both indoor and outdoor settings.
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 give both children and their parents a sense of community
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 provide a fun, stimulating and nurturing environment
Register your child online by visiting the Silver Springs Preschool website at https://silverspringscommunity.ca/preschool/
Registration dates are as follows:
If you are having trouble registering online, please email the registrar at preschool@silverspringscommunity.ca
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.
At this time we do not offer any before or after school care for our preschool classes.
Your commitment is either:
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Preschool Director and Teacher, 3 & 4 Year Old Program
Education: BA Hons in Geography from the University of Sheffield UK, Post Graduate Certificate in Education from the University of Newcastle, UK, completed training in both Handwriting Without Tears and Jolly Phonics, Standard Child Care First Aid/CPR/AED Level B
Experience: Rachael has taught for 7 years in elementary schools in both England and Scotland, teaching various grades and abilities. She started teaching at Silver Springs Preschool in 2012.
Both of Rachael’s daughters have been through the program and it has been great to see the preschool from both a parental and teaching perspective. In her spare time she plays competitive soccer and also loves to ski with her husband and 2 daughters.
Teacher 3 Year Old Program
Education: University of Calgary Bachelor of Education 1996
Experience: Taught 5 years at the elementary level (K, Gr. 2 & PE), has taught at Silver Springs Preschool since 2008, Handwriting Without Tears training, Jolly Phonics training, Standard Child Care First Aid/CPR/AED Level B
Laura lives in the community and feels fortunate to have the opportunity to do what she loves so close to home. When not teaching, Laura enjoys camping, skiing and biking with her husband and 2 daughters.
Teacher, 4 Year Old Program
Education: BAH in Psychology, B. Ed in Primary Education, Level 3 ECE, First Aid/CPR/AED Level C
Experience: Alison taught in the primary grades in Ontario for 8 years before relocating to Calgary in 2021 with her family. She has substituted at Silver Springs Preschool, volunteered in numerous educational settings and has experience supporting students with a wide variety of needs.
Alison lives in Silver Springs and loves this community very much! She loves spending time with her family hiking, trail running, camping and biking. She also loves being with friends and neighbors around a campfire or a good cup of coffee. She is mom to 4 amazing kids, including her youngest who went through the Silver Springs preschool program and loved it. Alison feels incredibly thankful to be working with wonderful families, students and staff in a community that was such an integral part of welcoming her family to Calgary.
Assistant, 4 Year Old Program
Education: Bachelor of Science from Saint Mary’s University and Bachelor of Education from the University of Calgary.
Experience: Katharine has taught for 9 years mostly teaching grades 1 and 2. She volunteered while her boys attended the preschool and started as a substitute teacher at Silver Springs preschool in 2018. Standard First Aid/CPR/AED Level C
Katharine lives in the community with her husband, two boys and large dog. Both her sons went through the program and feels lucky to be able to work in such a great community. Katharine enjoys camping, walking the dog and skiing on her free time.
Assistant, 3 and 4 Year Old Program
Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from University of Calgary, Early Childhood Educator Level 1, Standard First Aid.
Experience: Pam has volunteered at preschools and elementary schools. She has previously ran a private day home.
Pam lives in the community with her husband and 3 children, dog, rabbit and a horse. After loving her time at the preschool as a parent she is delighted to have the opportunity to return as part of the staff. Pam loves camping, scuba diving, traveling and adventuring with her family.
Assistant, 3 Year Old Program
Education: Early Childhood Education, Standard First Aid.
Experience: Jenn has 10 years experience supporting children with special needs in Preschool and Kindergarten settings. She also homeschooled her children during their elementary years.
Jenn has been living in Calgary for almost 20 years with her husband and 4 children. She spends her time crocheting, going for walks, baking and is learning how to cross country ski.
Assistant, 4 Year Old Program
Education: SAIT Polytechnic Business Administration Diploma, Oil & Gas Administration
Certificate, Early Childhood Education, Level 2 (Hons), First Aid/CPR/AED Level B.
Experience: Lisa has experience as an assistant in a preschool setting for 7 years. She came
to Silver Springs Preschool in 2021 as an assistant in the 3-year-old program. She has
substituted in all classrooms and completed her ECE Level 2 practicum under teacher and
mentor Rachael Walker.
Lisa was born and raised in northwest Calgary and loves to call our city home. When she is not
engaged in the classroom, she is busy having fun with her husband and two children. She
enjoys spending time walking her dog, practicing her asanas in yoga, going camping, boating,
and any time spent in the mountains.
