OUT OF SCHOOL & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
We are very happy this year to be able to offer a variety of After School programs from Carisbrooke (see below). There are also alternate Out Of School providers which provide care for children from Carisbrooke.
Please note, the following programs are offered to Carisbrooke by both private and non-profit providers. As such, CPAC is not responsible for the content of their programs. Please contact the provider directly for any questions you may have. |
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT CARISBROOKE
Winter 2025
MONDAYS
YOHO EXPLORER – LINGUISTICS & CREATIVE CRAFTS
We take advantage of the prime years of children's language development maximized through a unique blend of crafts, musical and creative activities. Alongside an introduction to linguistic basics, young minds are engaged in both creative expression and language learning. Utilizing hands-on projects and embedded with music and games, participants will explore fundamental linguistic concepts while creating various craft projects, making the learning process interactive and fun. Each term we specialize in one language, followed by our seasonally-focused themes and various material craft projects (all craft materials are included). • Dates: Jan 13 – Mar 3 (excl. Feb 17) • Location: Thunderbird Room • Times: 3:00pm - 5:00pm • Grades: K-7 • Price: $280 • Registration: https://square.link/u/rTvrGnIT TUESDAYS
FARSI DAR BC – BASICS OF FARSI
The Farsi after school program is aligned with the official Farsi curriculum of British Columbia, emphasizing core skills like reading and writing. What sets us apart is our commitment to making learning enjoyable. Through arts, music, and hands-on crafts, we create an interactive and engaging environment where students can have fun while mastering Farsi. Join us to provide your child with a vibrant and enriching educational experience in our Farsi After School Program. • Dates: Jan 21 – Mar 11 • Location: Music Room • Times: 3:00pm – 5:00pm • Grades: K-7 • Price: $270 + TAX • Registration: https://www.farsidarbc.ca/service-page/farsi-aftschool-carisbrooke-winter KIDS INNOVATIVE – SEWING BASICS CANCELLED WEDNESDAYSVVN POTTERY – GLAZED OVER! (K-7)
In this beginner's pottery class, we explore the colourful world of GLAZE! We will learn and practice different glazing techniques, learn some basics of glaze chemistry, and finish spectacular stoneware pieces -- all in a relaxed and encouraging environment. All finished pieces are food-, dishwasher-, and microwave-safe, so they may be enjoyed for years to come! • Dates: Jan 15 – Mar 5 • Location: Thunderbird Room • Times: 3:00pm – 4:30pm *EXTENDED* (Feb 26 @ 2:00pm – 3:00pm) • Grades: K-7 • Price: $320 • Registration: https://vvnpottery.webflow.io/registration KIDS INNOVATIVE – INTRO TO CODING A fun and interactive learning space where students dive into the basics of coding principles through micro game-style activities. • Dates: Jan 15 – Mar 5 • Location: Computer Lab • Times: 3:00pm – 4:30pm (Feb 26 @ 2:00pm – 3:30pm) • Grades: K-3 • Price: $174 + TAX (financial assistance available) • Registration: https://www.dwul.io/page/detail/1620?type=program#Gr-K-3%20Carisbrooke%20(Wed)%20Intro%20to%20Coding |
THURSDAYS
LIGHTS UP THEATRE – WINTER SHOW! INSIDE OUT! [FULL]
Sing Dance Act Shine! At Lights Up Afterschool, your child can experience the joys and benefits of musical theatre by taking part in our afterschool programs led by our talented and experienced Lights Up Musical Theatre Schools staff. These classes are a unique introduction to our weekend musical theatre programs and provide students with an enriching, rewarding, and most of all, fun afterschool activity right at the bell! This Winter, we will be putting on a musical created specifically for our afterschool students! Inspired by the movies of the same name, students will sing, dance, and act their hearts out as they join Riley on a journey through her emotions! Students are supervised from the bell. No need to pick up your child until 5:15pm! Performance for parents on the last day of classes! • Dates: Jan 9 – Mar 6 • Location: Music Room • Times: 3:00pm – 5:15pm • Grades: K-7 • Price: $365 + TAX • Registration: FULL - email to join waitlist https://lightsuptheatre.ca/afterschool/carisbrooke/ FRIDAYS
STEM CAMP BC
Our STEM program introduces simple project-based activities. Children are encouraged to create, invent and implement ideas, while collaborating with others. • Dates: Jan 10 – Mar 7 (excl. Jan 24 & Feb 14) • Location: Thunderbird Room • Times: 3:00pm – 4:30pm • Grades: K-3 • Price: $160 • Registration: https://forms.gle/R5WUT8MSPDQZL6fe7 OTHER PROGRAMS & UPDATES TIGER'S EYE KARATE – They will be continuing this program from their facility and will be offering pickup and transportation. Please contact them directly for more information at [email protected] SAPLINGS – Unfortunately this program did not work out as well as we had hoped. They will not be returning for the winter semester. CHESS - Unfortunately, Chess is cancelled this semester. SUGGESTIONS? – If there are any programs you'd like to see added, please let me know! |
OUT OF SCHOOL PROGRAMSThe following are private out-of-school care providers for Carisbrooke Elementary, and are listed for current and prospective parents for general information purposes only. As such, CPAC may or may not support their philosophies and mandates. If you would like to find out more information about their services, please contact the provider directly.
PLEASE NOTE: The Carisbrooke PAC is NOT responsible for the operations of these programs. These programs are offered OFF the school grounds and the students will leave Carisbrooke grounds for the duration of the session. Please speak with the service-provider directly for any concerns you may have. Lil Bloomers childcare Located at the church on the corner of east Windsor and St. George’s, they have recently expanded their program to include before and afterschool care. Hour : 7:30-5:30. Pick up and drop off at the school. Contact Lesley at [email protected] Mira's Happy House: Mira's Happy House is located at Holy Trinity School and provides before and after school care. Students are picked up and dropped off at the school all days of the week. tel. 604-723-1494; e-mail: [email protected]. Park Place Daycare & Montessori: Park Place offers morning and afternoon care. Students are picked up and dropped off at the school all days of the week. http://parkplacedaycare.com. Saplings Outdoor Program K-7: Saplings Outdoor Program is a nature-based, walking curriculum originating from the German forest school approach. The instructor collects the participants at the front of the school and then depart school grounds and return just before pickup time. Monika's Art Boutique K-7 After School Art Classes running from 3:30pm-5:00pm. See Monika's Website for details. OTHER OUT OF SCHOOL SERVICE PROVIDERS?Should you know of any other service provider that is currently servicing Carisbrooke and would like to be included on this page, or you are a service provider who is interested in servicing Carisbrooke, please send an email to [email protected].
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OTHER AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS?
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