Welcome to York Region District School Board!
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting time for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you and your child into our learning spaces. Our goal is to support your child's learning, well-being and achievement.
Our Kindergarten classrooms offer warm, welcoming and caring environments where students learn through exploration. Learn more about our Kindergarten program and routines.
Is your child getting ready to start kindergarten? Check out our tips for families. We believe that forming strong partnerships with families is a primary factor in achieving success and encourage you to engage in your child’s education.
Will you need before and after care for your child? We have partnered with community agencies to provide child care for school-age children. Find out what’s available at your school.
Kindergarten Registration Opens January 19
Welcome Message from the Director
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Dear Families,
Welcome to Kindergarten and to the York Region District School Board.
Our Kindergarten classes are warm, caring, and welcoming places designed to support your child to learn, grow and thrive. Your child will learn through play and exploration. They will make new friends. They will develop early literacy and numeracy skills as they collaborate with peers and educators in joyful learning spaces.
It is important that your child feels welcome and valued in our schools. We design our classrooms and learning experiences to reflect the diverse cultures, identities, strengths, and interests of the students. We want them to feel proud of who they are.
Our skilled and caring Kindergarten educators will support your child in making the transition to Kindergarten a positive experience. We will be inviting you and your child to a spring orientation event where you will have the opportunity to meet Kindergarten educators at your school, learn more about what to expect, and how you can help prepare your child to start Kindergarten. Your school will send you more information in the next few months.
We place great value on the essential role that families play in learning, and on developing strong and collaborative relationships between home, community, and school. We look forward to getting to know your child while building and strengthening our relationship in support of their learning, achievement, and well-being.
We invite you to visit www.yrdsb.ca, where you can learn more about the Board, your school, and our Kindergarten program, and access information about student, family, and community resources. You can also access our Board podcast Tune In YRDSB, including a recent episode about what to expect as they begin school.
We look forward to welcoming your child to Kindergarten!
Sincerley,
Bill Cober
Director of Education