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Organization:
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Ottawa-Carleton Headstart Association for Preschools - Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School - Headstart Programs
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Address:
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Hawthorne United Church
2244 Russell Rd
Ottawa, ON
K1G 1B3
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Map
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Intersection:
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Russell Rd and Tupper Ave
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Location:
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First floor in the church hall of Hawthorne United Church
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Service Description:
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Follows the Headstart program for pre-school children guidelines * promotes language acquisition, problem solving skills, school readiness, self-regulation, socialization, healthy physical and cognitive development and greater self-esteeem
Activitties include:
- library, puzzles and building toys to develop language, literacy, cognitive and manipulative skill
- dramatic play
- art to develop language, sensory and creative opportunities
- science to question, wonder and explore
- field trips to give children first hand experiences in their community to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world around them
- language development program — Speech/Language Pathologist consultation, assessment and referral
- nutritious and hearty meals including a balanced breakfast, a hot lunch and a healthy snack before departure adhering to dietary restrictions/allergies
- positive behaviour guidance opportunities to develop self-regulation and control, self-esteem and problem solving through guided interactions with staff and other children
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Fees:
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Set fees * Each licensed Headstart program has full or partial subsidies for families who qualify. Parents may apply for a subsidy through the City of Ottawa Childcare Registry and Waitlist * For help applying for a subsidy call the program
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Application:
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Parents may make self-referrals or children may be referred by social service agencies.
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children 2.5-5 years old
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