Kinder Program

(4½ years — 6 years)

Kinder Program (4½ years — 6 years)

This program concentrates on developing your child’s academic skills through a variety of activities. By use of group and individual project work, children will expand their skills in mathematics, science, social skills, music, visual arts, drama, and language. Through daily routines, Kidz Junction staff will teach your child to apply these skills to reading, writing, and basic mathematics. Our kinder program in Edmonton ensures children are prepared for first grade with confidence.

Children will be offered choices of play in the learning centres (science/sensory, creative art, books, and dramatic centre) as well as an academically oriented curriculum. Our weekly program plans implement activities that encourage children to develop writing, reading, and math skills, such as recognizing and printing uppercase and lowercase letters, writing words and short messages (sentences), printing numbers to 50, counting to 100, and adding and subtracting up to 10, all to prepare them for the first grade. Children will learn basic vocabulary, colours, numbers, shapes, days of the week, months of the year, simple phrases, songs, and games. This is why parents often choose our Kinder program in Leduc and Edmonton locations for a structured learning experience.

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Why Choose Kidz Junction for Your Child’s Kindergarten Experience?

A Flexible and Trusted Choice for Families

At Kidz Junction, we offer both Full-Day and Half-Day Kindergarten programming to accommodate the varying needs of families. Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive full-time option or a part-time schedule that fits around your workday, our program gives your child the consistency and structure they need to grow academically and socially.

A Proven Path to School Readiness

Our Full-day Kindergarten program is designed to align with Alberta’s early learning goals. Children engage in hands-on learning that blends academic instruction with play-based experiences, giving them a balanced and engaging environment. Activities include phonics, beginner math, science discovery, and cooperative group projects.

Your Local Kindercare Partner

If you’re searching for a reliable Kindercare program in Edmonton & Leduc, Kidz Junction stands out for its well-rounded approach and experienced educators. Our staff understands that every child learns at their own pace, which is why we use both individual and group teaching methods to help children thrive.

Summer Programs to Keep Learning Fun

Looking for summer programs for kindergartners that are fun and still encourage learning? Our summer offerings are designed to keep young minds active through themed weeks, outdoor play, sensory exploration, and early literacy games. It’s the perfect mix of structure and enjoyment to prevent summer learning loss.

A Kindergarten Program Rooted in Purpose

Our kindergarten program in Edmonton combines age-appropriate academics, physical development, and social-emotional learning. With strong teacher-to-child ratios and a dedicated “reading club” to help build fluency, we ensure children are well prepared for grade one and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What age does Kindergarten start in Edmonton?


Children can start Kindergarten in Edmonton if they turn five years old on or before December 31 of the school year.

Q2: Who is eligible for Kindergarten in Alberta?


Eligibility in Alberta is based on age. Children must be five years old by December 31, and those turning six before September 1 typically begin Grade 1 instead of Kindergarten.

Q3: Is there full-day Kindergarten in Edmonton?


Yes, but it depends on the school. Some public schools in socially vulnerable communities offer full-day Kindergarten, while most others provide half-day programs.

Q4: Do you have to pay for full-day Kindergarten?


Public schools in Edmonton do not charge tuition for full-day Kindergarten. However, private or charter schools may have associated fees for extended-day programs.

Kidz Junction’s kinder program will have an outdoor playground with age-appropriate play structures and various outdoor games. Weather permitting, outdoor activities will be scheduled twice a day (morning and afternoon). Breakfast and snacks will be provided. Quiet activities will also be offered every day. At the end of the week, there will be a general overview of the child’s activities and accomplishments in their cubby. This age group will also be offered a program called the “reading club,” where staff members will lead children by their age and their ability to participate. Children will learn to recognize their sight words as the basis of reading and writing. We are proud to be recognized as a Kindercare learning center in Edmonton with a strong academic and social curriculum.

Kidz Junction’s supervision of kinder children will abide by a 10:1 ratio (one staff supervising not more than 10 children).