FAQ-Kindergarten
What is Kindergarten?
Entering Kindergarten in the Fort McMurray Catholic School Board is an exciting time for your child and an important first step in their Catholic education. Our language rich early learning programs help children develop and grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, physically as well as socially. Alberta Education develops the curriculum for Kindergarten in consultation with early childhood teachers. It describes what young children need to learn to prepare for Grade 1 and provides a foundation for future learning.
For more information on Kindergarten in Alberta, download a copy of “Kindergarten in Alberta – a Handbook for Parents” (Catholic School Version) from the Alberta Education Website at: www.education.alberta.ca/parents/resources/handbook.aspx
How old does my child needs to be to be in Kindergarten?
To be eligible Kindergarten, your child must be four years, six months old before September 1st of the school year. For example, a child entering Kindergarten in September 2011 must be four years, six months old before September 1st 2011. At the time of registration you will be asked to provide a Government issued document with the child’s name and date of birth such as a birth or citizenship certificate or a passport.
How do I register?
Kindergarten registrations for the 2011/2012 school years are now being accepted at all district elementary schools. At the time of registration you will be asked to provide proof of your child’s name, date of birth and citizenship. The following documents can be used to: Birth certificate, Canadian Citizen Certificate or Passport
Is transportation provided for Kindergarten student?
Transportation is available to students in the morning program residing more than 1.0 KM from their designated school. Student transportation fees are in effect. The transportation arrangements will be done through your school administration office. More information on the transportation policy is available here.
Who can I contact to have more information?
For additional information contact any of our elementary schools or the District Early Learning Consultant at laura.dennis@fmcsd.ab.ca
Do I or my child needs to be Catholic to attend the Kindergarten Program?
Fort McMurray Catholic Schools welcome members of other faith communities in their schools and respect their beliefs. However, this shall not reduce the freedom of Catholic Schools to openly study, practice and celebrate their own Catholic Faith.
Parents of students that are not Catholic will be required to meet the Principal of their school at the start of the school year to discuss these expectations.
