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Hawthorne Meadows
Nursery School, Inc.
2244 Russell Road
Ottawa, Ontario K1G 1B3

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School

2244 Russell Road
Ottawa, Ontario
K1G 1B3
Ph and Fax: (613) 731-1507
Director: Patricia Beadle
E-mail: hawthornemeadows@bellnet.ca

Mission and Philosophy

The purpose of Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School is to provide a one-half day Nursery School program, which will benefit the child, the parent, and the community. The school's philosphy is to enable children to participate in a program designed to meet each child's individual needs as well as their social, physical, emotional and cognitive development. The staff encourages and promotes language development throughout the program.

Target Population

18 months to 5 years of age

Staffing

The program is staffed by a team of early childhood educators, which includes a school director, two full-time and three part-time teachers. In addition four of the staff are qualified school bus drivers. The staff continuously take advantage of opportunities to upgrade and broaden their skills through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and courses related to their field.

Facilities

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School is located on the first floor in the church hall of Hawthorne United Church. The Nursery School is well-equipped and versatile. The playroom is set up with learning centres: art area, cognitive and table top toy area, large muscle area, science and unit block area and dramatic play area.

Transportation

Transportation is provided to clients living with a specific catchment area.

Days and Hours of Operation

• Regular Program: Monday thru Friday 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 12:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Summer Program: 5 weeks beginning July 8:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. or 12:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Closings

Statutory Holidays, Christmas, March break, three weeks in summer (August)

Maximum Number of Children

44 children

Child to Staff Ratio

1:6

Services for Children

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School provides a program for pre-school children designed to promote development in all areas including: language acquisition, problem solving skills, school readiness, self-regulation, socialization, healthy physical and cognitive development and greater self-esteem.

The program offers children first hand experiences and opportunities which promote active learning. A dedicated staff create a nurturing, learning environment which fosters confidence, self-expression and creativity. Activities for children include:

• Art. Includes language, sensory and creative opportunities.
• Library, puzzles and building toys. Includes opportunities to develop language, literacy, cognitive and manipulative skills.
• Dramatic play.
• Science. Includes opportunities to question, wonder and explore.
• Field trips. Frequent field trips give children first hand experiences in their community, expanding their knowledge and understanding of the world around them.
• Language Development Program -- Speech/Language Pathologist consultation, assessment and referral.
• Nutritious and Hearty Snacks. Three snacks are offered per program: a breakfast or lunch supplement upon arrival, fresh fruits and vegetables available during free play, and a lunch or dinner supplement before departure including a high protein snack and milk.
• Positive Behaviour Guidance. Includes opportunities for children to develop self-regulation and control, self-esteem and problem solving through guided interactions with staff and other children.

Services for Parents

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School has an open door policy for parents. Parents are invited to participate in the program, special events and field trips. Parent workshops and parent groups are offered. Parents are encouraged to participate in the running of the program through involved with the Board of Directors. Six positions on the Board are reserved for parents including the positions of President and Vice-President..In addition monthly parent newsletters are sent home.

Agency Infomation

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School is managed and operated by:

Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School, Inc.
2330 Don Reid Drive, Suite 102
Ottawa, ON
K1H 1E1
Ph: (613) 731-2440
Fax: (613) 521-8356

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