Before & After School Care for Kindergarten to Grade 7

Explore. Create. Lead.

Before & After School Care

A welcoming out-of-school care program for children from Kindergarten to Grade 7.

Supporting children as they explore, create, learn and lead with confidence.

School-age children reading together in a classroom

Stock photography represents the kinds of experiences a program may offer.

Welcome to KIDO

A positive place to learn, play and belong

KIDO Education Centre provides before- and after-school care designed for children from Kindergarten to Grade 7.

Our goal is to offer a welcoming environment where children can feel safe, build friendships, explore their interests and enjoy meaningful experiences outside regular school hours.

As a new program, we are focused on building a caring community for children and families. Program schedules, availability and registration details are provided through our inquiry process.

Our Mission

To inspire children to explore, create, and lead with confidence every day.

Program highlights

Meaningful time beyond the school day

Our developing program aims to balance learning support, creativity, movement and positive social experiences.

Homework & Reading

A calm, supportive time for reading, homework and independent learning.

Creative & STEM

Hands-on art, building, discovery and age-appropriate problem-solving experiences.

Outdoor Play

Active games, movement and outdoor experiences when conditions allow.

School Calendar Support

Care may be available on selected early dismissal and Pro-D Days.

Our guiding idea

Explore. Create. Lead.

Explore

Children are encouraged to discover new interests, ideas and experiences.

Create

Creative activities offer opportunities to express, build and solve problems.

Lead

Children can develop confidence, independence, cooperation and respect for others.

A day at KIDO

Experiences may include

Daily experiences will reflect the school calendar, children's interests, program availability and appropriate conditions.

  • Welcome and transition time
  • Snack and conversation
  • Homework or quiet reading
  • Arts and crafts
  • STEM and discovery activities
  • Indoor games
  • Outdoor play
  • Group projects
  • Free-choice activities
  • Friendship and social development

Illustrative experiences

Learning, creativity, movement and connection

These licensed stock photographs are illustrative and do not depict KIDO participants or facilities.

Children exploring a supervised science activity
Creative and age-appropriate STEM exploration
Children painting during a supervised art activity
Art, making and creative expression
Children playing together outdoors
Active play, movement and friendship
Children reading together in a classroom
Reading, homework and quiet learning time

Safety and belonging

A place to feel welcome and included

Caring environment

Clear routines and age-appropriate experiences are intended to help children settle into their time outside school.

Respectful relationships

We value cooperation, inclusion, friendship and respect for each child's interests.

Family communication

Program details and current information are shared clearly with interested and registered families.

Let's connect

Interested in learning more?

Program availability, schedules, fees and registration information are shared through our inquiry process.

Inquiry