A preschool classic, arts and crafts often follow a theme of the season. We've done Valentine's Day crafts, Mother's and Father's Day, Easter, Christmas and many more! You'll be sure to have lots of creations to pin to the fridge.Preschool Explorers
Little Movers Program
Welcome to the Little Movers Program! This is a parent-accompanied program for children aged 6 months and older to roam around, play with the many toys and obstacles and interact with others. There is also colouring pages and planned crafts you can join in if you wish.
Days: Friday (weekly)
Time: 10:00-11:30am
Location: Nick Smith Centre - Community Hall (77 James Street)
Fees: $2.00 Drop-In, $3.00/Non-Resident
Registration: You can pre-register or simply show up!
Pre-Register for Little Movers
Preschool Explorers Program
Welcome to Preschool Explorers! Formerly called the Little Peoples Program, this program is designed to provide social interaction to those aged 2+ before they head off to school. Running exclusively out of the Nick Smith Centre, we are equipped with lots of toys, books, crafts, and music supplies to provide fun and engaging programming each session.
Register for Preschool Explorers
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00am-12:00pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00am-12:00pm |
What do we do during the program?
A preschool classic, arts and crafts often follow a theme of the season. We've done Valentine's Day crafts, Mother's and Father's Day, Easter, Christmas and many more! You'll be sure to have lots of creations to pin to the fridge.
With loads of toy cars, climbers, slides, balls and more, there will be lots of active time for the little ones to burn some energy. There is time allotted for free play and time for more structured play to embrace both creativity with team work and collaboration. 
Music speaks to many so that's a big part of our program. With dance parties and freeze dance in the schedule and little instruments to make your own music to, there is sure to be a wonderful sound to Preschool Explorers. 
Running programming out of a recreational facility has its' perks. We are fortunate to have a playstructure on site that we frequently visit as well as a large piece of grass that we can do activities on. Of course, outdoor play is weather dependent 
The growing kids need a snack so we always make sure to allow snack time during the session. We require parents to pack nut-free snacks and notify us of any allergies to ensure the safety of all participants.
Who doesn't love a good story? There are many books on hand to provide a quieter, slower paced story time during the session. Kids can help select which story they want to hear.
We are always working on new and exciting programs and encourage you to share what you think is best. Here's what we are working on in the future:
- Swimming time
- Visit from local groups such as the Fire Department
- Including dramatic arts programs
- Collaborative projects
Where does this program happen?
We have a large Community Hall in the Nick Smith Centre that provides us a safe and secure area to run these activities. With bathrooms right in the hall area, we are able to run frequent trips. We store our equipment in this room as well which means for full supervision even during activity changeover.
| Fee | Cost per Course (Month) | Drop-In Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Resident | $8/day | $12.00 |
| Non-Resident | $12/day | $18.00 |
| Scenario | Discount |
|---|---|
| 1 Day per Week | No discount |
| 2 Days per Week | 20% Discount |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for this program?
Each child must be:
- 2-years-old
- Toilet trained
Registration can be completed online or in-person at the Nick Smith Centre. Either way, you will require an account with us. If you've registered for swimming lessons or any other Town program at the Nick Smith Centre, you have an account.
To register online, click the blue box at the top of this page.
For support in registering, contact the Nick Smith Centre at 613.623.7301 or recreation@arnprior.ca
To register online, click the blue box at the top of this page.
For support in registering, contact the Nick Smith Centre at 613.623.7301 or recreation@arnprior.ca
Do I have to register for each day?
No, you can register for only one or two days a week if you choose. There is discounting for registering for multiple days but you can register for any combination of days that you choose.
What do I need to pack for my child?
Please bring indoor footwear and a nut-free snack. Any craft or program supplies will be provided. Should a special activity come up that you will need something for, we will communicate that to you.
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