Children's Program
The Children's Program is a family literacy centre dedicated to providing children with a safe place where they can play, learn, and grow. Our program is designed to promote literacy while encouraging creativity and self-expression.
The Children's Program provides free, onsite, part-time childcare for parents attending programs at Heartwood House, including also's programs.
The program curriculum is literacy and language enriched, and develops emergent literacy skills to give children a better start in school.
The Children's Program is provided by qualified early-childhood educators, assisted by trained volunteers. There is a high adult-to-child ratio.
Who can join us?
- children 6 months to 6 years old
- parents who are attending a Heartwood House Program
- This is a service mainly for families on Ontario Works and low-income families
The Children's Program runs morning and afternoon sessions Monday to Thursday. Please see our contact page for contact information, our location and hours.
For more information
Contact Minoo Hannani (Children's Program Manager).
Think about it…
Children love playing outdoors in the winter. There is so much to do: sledding, sliding, making snow creations. Being active outside is healthy too!
Here are some tips for safe winter fun:
- Keep children indoors if the temperature is below -25°C, or when the windchill is -28°C or greater.
- Make sure children always wear a hat that fully covers their ears.
- Use neck warmers instead of scarves.
- Take frequent breaks inside for a warm drink.
- Keep children active.
- Cover the skin with layers of clothing, such as thermal underwear, undershirts, sweaters, two pairs of socks, and two pairs of mittens, if necessary.
- Always remove children’s wet clothing and boots immediately.
For more information, call the Public Health Info Line at 613-580-6744.
Source: Ottawa Public Health