Preschools at Richmond community facilities are designed to develop the whole child intellectually, socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively. A positive and encouraging learning environment is provided where children of various cultures and backgrounds share and learn about each other.

Preschool Terms & Ages

The preschool term is from September through June except on statutory holidays, public school breaks (winter and spring) and school Professional Development Days. For all preschools, children must be 3 years of age by December 31, 2024 to be eligible for the 2024/2025 School Year.

A non-refundable $50 registration fee is due when registering. The school year’s fees are divided into 10 equal payments and may be paid by cash, debit, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or cheque. Monthly post-dated payments from the remainder of the school year are accepted. 

Licensed Preschool 2024/2025 School Year Programs

Rainbow Preschool (3-4 years)

Children whose birth year is 2020/2021 are eligible to register in this play-based program that is a specialty introduction to languages and cultures designed for 3 year olds with engaging activities like yoga, science exploration, library story time, gym and playground, music movement and craft work. Participants can choose M/W/F and/or Tu/Thurs. Children can register for 2, 3 or 5 days.

Note: This program is eligible for the Child Care Free Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Monthly fee reduction varies due to days of instruction.

9:15am-1:15pm Mon/Wed/Fri: $343.40/month Event ID # 00313358
  Tue/Thu: $244.80/month Event ID # 00313359
Little Anchors (4 years)

Children whose birth year is 2020 are eligible to register in this play-based program designed to prepare 4 year olds for Kindergarten. With learning opportunities in fine arts, science, intergenerational programming, yoga and music movements. Participants can choose M/W/F and/or Tu/Thurs. Children can register for 2, 3 or 5 days.

Note: This program is eligible for the Child Care Free Reduction Initiative (CCFRI). Monthly fee reduction varies due to days of instruction.

9:00am - 1:00pm Mon/Wed/Fri: $343.40/month Event ID # 00313045
  Tue/Thu: $244.80/month Event ID # 00313046
Time for Twos

This program prepares children for preschool and builds on fine motor and emotional skills in this play-based and social program. Parents may or may not be required to attend. Children must be two years old by December 31, 2024. This program is for 2022 birth year and runs September 2024 to June 2025.

Note: Times for Twos is unlicensed.* Participants may register for all 5 days.

*An unlicensed program means that it is unable to provide Ministry of Children support programs and grants and is not monitored by the Health Department. However, the standard of care provided is similar, if not the same, as licensed programs.

9:15 - 11:15am Mon/Wed/Fri: $262.20/month Event ID # 00311158
  Tue/Thu: $186.90/month Event ID # 00311163
10:00am - 12:00pm Tue/Thu: $186.90/month Event ID # 0031044

2024/2025 School Year Registration

The following documents for each child is required when registering:

  • Birth Certificate.
  • BC Care Card.
  • Immunization record.
  • Clear, recent photo of the child’s face.

Please contact our Preschool Coordinator, Catherine Nevada, to inquire and register.

Catherine Nevada

Preschool Coordinator