Joan Carr Catholic Elementary/Junior High School is pleased to offer half day Kindergarten programming. Morning or afternoon classes are available. To verify that your child is eligible for kindergarten, please check the kindergarten calculator.
Kindergarten programming at Joan Carr brings the key learner outcomes to life through playful learning as we nurture children to inquire, discover, create and make meaningful connections to the world. The intentional design of space places children in a learning environment that supports critical thinking and problem-solving skills both independently and with peers. We strive to produce confident, independent learners as our kindergarten students are an integral part of our school community.
- Certified Teacher
- Faith-based instruction
- Inclusive learning spaces
- Integration of Fine Arts
- Learning through play
- Rich oral language opportunities
- Kinder Cooking
Kindergarten At-A-Glance: click here.
Extra & Co-Curricular Programs
We also offer your child extra and co-curricular activities. The objectives of school activities are to: reinforce skills taught during the regular programs, promote good sportsmanship, citizenship, school spirit, and assist in providing a varied program, as well as build a positive school culture, which enhances and promotes positive student attitudes, morale, and Catholicity. In the area of extra and co-curricular programming, the following activities are available for your child:
- School-wide Gymnastics-In-Residency program
- Terry Fox Walk/Run
- School Spirit Days
- Read In Week and Numeracy Week Activities
- School Wide Physical Literacy- developing skills to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities
Access to a Multi-Disciplinary Team is also provided that may include:
- Inclusive Consultant
- Speech Language Pathologist
- Occupational and Physical Therapists
- Emotional Behaviour Specialist (EBS)
- Therapeutic Assistant for Behaviour
- Therapeutic Assistant for Speech Language