Leapah’s Learning Garden

Leapah’s Learning Garden (Licensed Pre-school)

World of Wonderment (WOW) Programs - LTAD 1

(Ages: 3 - 5 years)

Our Slogan: "Learning Through Play; Growing Through Discovery - A Head Start on Healthy Living "

Ortona’s Objectives:

• To provide children with a development program centered on multi-movement. 
• To teach children Gymnastics Canada’s Fun, Fitness and Fundamentals. 
• To provide a quality program full of activities that enable the development of the child mentally, physically and emotionally. 

About our Program:  

• *Our program has been expanded to 3-5 years old so we’re now able to provide before and after school care for kindergarten aged children.*
• Leapah’s Learning Garden is a balanced program made specifically for pre-school aged children and was one of the recipients of the Minister’s Awards of Excellence in Child Development in 2022. 
• The program focuses on developing each child’s physical, cognitive, emotional, spatial and mental abilities in a safe, inclusive, fun, and encouraging environment. 
• We aim to help children learn and discover through a variety of educational and physical activities that focus on healthy socialization and positive self-esteem. 
• It runs from September to June, and classes are two and a half hours, offered in the morning and afternoon, with options of attending 2, 3, or 5* times a week.
• The program is taught in our licensed preschool room dedicated to education that is filled with creative toys, books, art supplies and activities. Children will also spend time in our incredible preschool-sized Kinder Gym, which offers a safe, colourful, and exciting environment that is perfect for learning and discovery.
• All program participants must be potty trained. 

*Children must be 4 years old to attend 5 times a week.*

The Curriculum: 

• FLIGHT: Alberta’s Early Learning and Curriculum Framework 

• Gymnastics & Movement: 
  • Fun, active and safe gymnastics exercises will get children moving and make them healthier and happier. 
  • Each class focuses on building physical literacy through the fundamental skills of gymnastics in a positive environment. 
  • Children develop flexibility, coordination and strength. 

• Unique learning experiences which help to develop early literacy and numeracy skills in a developmentally appropriate environment.
• Introduces children to physical education and literacy through a variety of experiences from gymnastics and dance to outdoor activities and games.
• Providing a positive introduction to school by learning with fun and enthusiasm.
• Focuses on all areas of child development including communication, social, emotional, cognitive and physical skills.

Registration for the 2024 - 2025 School Year: Open NOW!

*Please Note: A deposit of the first month’s cost is required to register, and this amount is non-refundable*

Click HERE to Reserve a Spot

Program Schedule:

• 2 days/week – Tuesday and Thursday 
• 3 days/week – Monday, Wednesday, Friday 
• 5 days/week* – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (*children must be 4 years old to attend 5 days/week*)

Class Times:

• All programs (2, 3 and 5 days/week) are available in the AM (9:00am – 11:30am) or PM (12:15 to 2:45) 

Program Fees: 

*Please Note: a membership is required for this program, and will be charged in September 2024 prior to the first class*   

*Monthly fees will be adjusted based on the Minister’s Contribution and Grants as announced*

 Subsidy: Alberta Federal–Provincial Child Care Agreement 

       *Eligible families must apply for this subsidy and be approved to receive it*

• For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/child-care-subsidy.aspx

Contact us:

                Email: LLG@ortonagymnastics.com

                Front Office: 780-492-7300

                Classroom: 780-492-6084 (Voicemail only)