Education and training in Calgary, Alberta
Riel Institute for Education and Learning - Aboriginal Headstart
Offered by Riel Institute of Education and Learning
In short
This program aims to provide Indigenous children with a positive sense of themselves, a desire for learning and opportunities to develop fully as successful young people.
- Hours
- 8a.m.4p.m M to F
- Who it is for
- Children, Families, Indigenous people, Young children; Indigenous, Family with children, Babies and toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12)
- What it helps with
- Learning and school, Skills for work, Help raising my kids, Help for my family, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 2910 3 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T7
- How to reach
- Contact through Riel Institute of Education and Learning: (403) 248-0824 · program@rielinstitute.com · Website
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About this service
From the organization's website: https://www.rielinstitute.com/aboriginal-headstart
This structured half-day preschool experience provided for 3-5 year old Indigenous children focus on six program components:
1. Indigenous Culture & Language
2. Education & School Readiness
3. Health Promotion
4. Nutrition
5. Social Support
6. Parental & Family Involvement
This program aims to provide Indigenous children with a positive sense of themselves, a desire for learning and opportunities to develop fully as successful young people. We aim to support the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development of Indigenous children, while also supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers.
Two Locations in Calgary: Abbeydale School SE & Bowcroft School NW
*Free Busing Provided to Families Within Site Boundaries*
Who can use it?
Indigenous children 3-5 years of age
When is it open?
Riel Institute for Education and Learning - Aboriginal Headstart is open 8a.m.4p.m M to F.
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 248-0824, email program@rielinstitute.com, or use the website.
Listed in Calgary, Alberta.
2910 3 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T7
2910 3 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6T7Calgary, Alberta
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