Education and training in Edmonton, Alberta
Amiskwaciy Cultural Society - Aboriginal Head Start Program
Offered by Amiskwaciy Cultural Society
In short
Our main program philosophy is Learning Through Play. Our Vision is to provide an environment where the Aboriginal pre-school child has the opportunity to learn and practice their culture as part of the curriculum.
- 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 with my mental health, Help raising my kids, Making and creating, People who get me, Help for my family, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, Rest and recreation
- Where
- 13227 146 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4S8
- How to reach
- Contact through Amiskwaciy Cultural Society: (780) 640-9799 · office@aisca.ab.ca · Website
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- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
Our Head Start program aims to strengthen and prepare Aboriginal children ages 3 years 6 months - 5 years of age with the necessary school-readiness skills and cultural foundation to enter mainstream schools on an equal basis with all other children in a positive, fun, stimulating, and respectful learning environment. Our main program philosophy is Learning Through Play.
Our Vision is to provide an environment where the Aboriginal pre-school child has the opportunity to learn and practice their culture as part of the curriculum. Head Start provides each child exposure to the required emergent literacy skills that prepare them to enter school on an equal basis with all other children. Parents are encouraged to take an active role in the education of their child through a variety of program involvement opportunities.
Focus on 6 program components:
- Culture and Language
- Education and School Readiness
- Health and Safety Promotion
- Nutrition
- Social Support Networking
- Parental Involvement
Who can use it?
Indigenous children 3 & 1/2 to 5 years of age
How do I get in touch?
Call (780) 640-9799, email office@aisca.ab.ca, or use the website.
- Phone
- (780) 640-9799
- office@aisca.ab.ca
- Website
- https://www.amiskwaciy.ca/programs
Listed in Edmonton, Alberta.
13227 146 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4S8
13227 146 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4S8Edmonton, Alberta
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