Wilder-Garten is a Reggio-Emilia inspired Kindergarten Enrichment program for children age 5-6 years. Our Wilder-Garten program is aimed at exposing children to experiences in nature to help them grow, develop, and learn through an inquiry-based approach.
Please Note: Children must be at least 5 years old as of December 31 of the year they have started Kindergarten.
Our Method
Our curriculum is guided by Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework and organically stems from children’s unique questions and interests.
We focus on a holistic approach to teaching and learning that is developmentally appropriate and helps to prepare children for Grade 1.
Weekly Activities
- Outdoor & Indoor Exploration
- Table Activities
- Sensory Exploration
- Music
- Learning Provocations & Invitations
- Story Time
- Classroom Discussion Time
- Creative Arts
- Yoga & Movement
Hands are washed between every activity, and before and after meals.
Washroom breaks are done as needed.
Flow of the Day
Our Wilder-Garten (Kindergarten) program is for children 5 - 6 years. Please Note: Children cannot be registered in another Kindergarten program while attending Wee Wild Ones Wilder-Garten.
Pricing
We offer flexible pricing with short-week and full-week options.
Important Notice:
Starting April 1, 2025, the Government of Alberta is implementing a standardized childcare fee of $15 per day for full-time licensed early learning and care programs for children up to kindergarten age. Families with children enrolled in full-time licensed daycare facilities and family day home programs will pay a flat fee of $326.25 per month, equating to approximately $15 per day.
Optional Supplemental Services
Childcare providers may offer additional optional services beyond the core program costs, such as transportation, field trips, or meal plans, for an extra fee. Participation in these services is entirely optional, and clear guidelines will ensure equitable access for all families.
Choose Wilder-Garten (Kindergarten) | 4 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child 4 days each week.
- Perfect for families who need part-time care Monday-Friday.
- Offers consistency and routine for children with working parents who have flexible schedules.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals.
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Wilder-Garten (Kindergarten) | 5 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child 5 days each week.
- Perfect for families who need full-time care Monday-Friday.
- Offers consistency and routine for children with working parents who have set schedules.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
What’s on the menu?
We offer a full vegetarian menu based on the Canada Food Guide requirements and standards. Children with allergies or dietary restrictions, such as gluten intolerance, will be given alternative food choices (to the extent that we can accommodate).
Milk or water are offered at each meal (infants and toddlers receive homogenized milk, and children three years and up receive 2% milk). Our centres are a nut-free environment.
Government Notice:
Please Note: Starting April 1, 2025, the Government of Alberta is implementing a standardized child care fee. This fee does not include the cost of meals. Child care providers may offer additional optional services beyond the core program costs, such as transportation, field trips, or meal plans, for an extra fee. Participation in these services is entirely optional, and clear guidelines will ensure equitable access for all families.
| Day of the Week | AM Snack | Lunch | PM Snack |
|---|---|---|---|
Toast w/ Jam & Fruit | Curry & Brown Rice | Green Smoothie | |
Bran & Fruit | Grilled Cheese & Cucumbers | Zucchini Loaf | |
Berry Smoothie | Tomato Soup & Cornbread | Vegetables & Crackers | |
Waffles & Apples | Shepherd’s Pie | Mango Rice Pudding | |
Scrambled Eggs & Hashbrowns | Cauliflower Mac | Blueberry Oatbar |
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