Learning Environment
The learning environment is created on a theme-based, developmental curriculum. The child is exposed to participatory and explanatory experiences to encompass individual needs and appropriate development.

Music and Movement
Music and movement is considered an essential part of the child's learning and is used extensively in the school's daily planned program. Concentration, memory and vocabulary are enhanced, as well as varied concepts. Music is considered a valuable outlet for self expression and relaxation. It assists in development, co-ordination, active and passive listening. Click here for more information.

Enriched Programs

Did you know that AVCNS offers lunch program, before & after school care and extra day care? ....

Snack Time (a nut free environment)
Snack time is a special time for the child to assist the duty parent in planning and sharing a nutritious nut free snack. A list of nut free snacks is available through the school (or click here to view).  Birthdays are celebrated and family traditions are respected.

Circle
The children come together to learn each other's names, share songs, and stories. Weather and special occasions are discussed. It is a time for socializing, listening and responding.

Group
The children are divided according to developmental needs. Pictures, games, flash cards, songs and stories are used to teach concepts. It is a time for listening, expressing, taking turns, memorizing and concentration.

Free Play
The children move freely from activity to activity among organized centres. They learn to share, co-operate, complete tasks and tidy up.

Creative
With the use of many creative materials the child develops eye-hand co-ordination, self-expression, appreciation of art and project completion.

Table Toys
Through the use of puzzles and games, the child learns to recognize shapes, colours and symbols. Learning takes place in simple, logical steps as seriation, classification and manipulation is explored.

Books
Books are available for spontaneous curiosity and transition times. Stories are read daily. Children are shown the proper use of books and encouraged in the pleasure of their exploration.

Large Blocks
Eye-hand and muscle co-ordination are stimulated by block play as well as discrimination, co-operation and satisfaction.

Dramatic Play
Dress-ups and other stimulating props assist the children in social development and imagination.

Sand and Water Play
These two learning environments are extremely valuable in the preschool setting. Many concepts are explored. Co-operation and sharing skills are developed and sheer pleasure is derived from the tactile experience.

Science Area
Seasonal and theme oriented science activities are set up for exploration and independent experimentation.

Physical Fitness
The large Muscle Room is used daily. Gym equipment: climber, mats, balls and tricycles assist in development activities.