A teachers passion
A note from
Miss Kelsie
Banff Rundle Playschool's mission is to provide the opportunity for three and four-year old children to interact and learn through play in a trusting, safe and fun environment. We provide the children with a soft-structured program to guide them through their learning activities and experiences. We feel that each child needs attention, acceptance, and love. Each child should be provided with the opportunity to: - be physically healthy and active - develop language skills and thinking processes develop relationships with others - communicate in unique and individual ways - develop a responsible attitude toward other child.
4 Areas of focus
Our goals
Nobody is too young to start planning their day. We have a lot to do together! Learn more below about what our program offers.
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To contribute to the development of a positive self-concept in young children. This includes the knowledge, acceptance, and appreciation of oneself as an individual and an acceptance and appreciation of others as individuals.
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To enhance the physical development of young children, in regards to the development of gross, fine and perceptual motor skills.
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To enhance the emotional, social, and moral development of young children. This includes the experience and expression of feelings, the demonstration of independence, and the development of positive relationships with others.
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To enhance the intellectual development of young children. This includes the development of thinking processes and the acquisition and use of language.
Pauw Foundation
The Wim & Nancy Pauw Foundation has a goal to reinvest in Banff, contributing to programs that build a more active, vibrant and happy community.
The Pauw Foundation is proud to support the Banff Rundle Playschool. Where would our community be without affordable, reliable and nurturing child care programs. We have pledged to make an annual donation to help the playschool remain sustainable and affordable.
Foothills Creative Beginnings
Foothills Creative Beginnings (FCB) is an Early Intervention agency funded by Alberta Education that partners with numerous schools in and around the Calgary area. As we know, the early years are an important time in a child's development and children develop at their own rate. FCB offers support to eligible children, aged 3-5, working together on their specific needs and helping them to thrive at school. The Banff Rundle Playschool values the partnership with FCB, as we are able to offer screening and support from occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists and behavioural therapists. This partnership also funds an Educational Assistant to work with Playschool students during school hours. All services are free of charge and are an essential tool in supporting a child's overall development.
Parent testimonials
GROWING UP
in Banff is an adventure.
PLAYING IS LEARNING
At Banff Rundle Playschool, we know that learning & playing go hand in hand. Find out how .
FIELD TRIPS!
Banff has many exciting things to see & do. We love getting outside the school to explore.
VALUES
Sharing, cooperation, give & take. Life’s first lessons.
“Little people have big minds. Big imaginations. Big ideas. Fostering this is beyond rewarding”
Contact Us
Our Office
102 Banff Ave Banff AB T1L 1B1
Back Alley Entrance