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Casa dei Bambini – Westside Montessori Academy (WMA) 5550 Fraser Street, Vancouver (NEW ADDRESS) 604/434-961 westsidemontessoriacademy.ca Ages 3–5 yrs WMA’s mission is to provide a safe, supportive educational environment that nurtures every child’s natural curiosity for learning. We are committed to providing the tools, the guides and the prepared environment to allow each child to reach their potential, both socially and academically. North Star Montessori North Vancouver, 604/980-1205 northstarmontessori.ca Ages 0–6 yrs
North Star offers Montessori programs for Infants & Toddlers, Preschool & Elementary aged children. Committed to meeting the developmental needs of each child, we foster a love of learning, independence, and respect. Practical experiences build confidence and inspire an intrinsic motivation to ‘learn’ and ‘do’ that students carry with them throughout their lives. Rothewood Academy Richmond, South Surrey, White Rock 604/279-1818 rothewood.com Ages 1–5 yrs The Rothewood Educational Method is dedicated to teaching the whole child – head, hands, and heart. Our holistic approach to early learning is what makes Rothewood unique. Visit us today at rothewood.com for more information.
Saplings Outdoor Program 1380 West 22nd Street, North Vancouver 778/838-0355 saplingsoutdoorprogram.ca Ages 0–6 years Saplings Outdoor Program provides an educational experience that connects children with the natural world, fostering respect, curiosity, and creativity. Through holistic, experiential and inquiry-based learning, our approach nurtures children’s whole selves, developing their minds, bodies, and spirits. West Point Grey Preschool Vancouver, 604/257-8140 westpointgrey.org/programs/licensed-preschool [westpointgrey.org] Ages 30 months to 5 yrs West Point Grey licensed preschool at Aberthau offers care for children 30 months to 5 years old in a learning through play environment. Uniquely located in a mansion with large outdoor space this preschool is a hidden gem on the west side of Vancouver.
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Music Education Colourstrings Conservatory of Music 129 East 8th Ave, Vancouver colourstrings.ca Music & Movement Group Embark on a lifelong musical journey at Colourstrings Conservatory of Music. Explore Joyful Music & Movement Group Classes (3 months to 6 yrs) and unlock your musical potential with expert instrumental and choir lessons for 5 yrs to adult. Visit us at colourstrings.ca or 129 East 8th Ave, Vancouver.
Lights Up Musical Theatre Locations throughout the Lower Mainland. lightsuptheatre.ca Classes (3-18yrs) At Lights Up Musical Theatre, we see music as a key to unlocking the power of a child’s creativity – and once that door is open, a world of possibilities is in reach. Music is a language that speaks to the soul, a medium through which emotions are expressed and a gateway to imagination.
Evergreen Cultural Centre 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam evergreenculturalcentre.ca 2023–24 Season of Events We believe that access to the arts is the foundation for healthy kids and a vibrant community. Join us for a show and explore music in a welcoming, accessible space! Our dedicated Family Series features special $10/ person, pay-more-if-you-can admission to help more families experience the arts together, close to home.
Long & McQuade Music Lesson Centres long-mcquade.com/lessons All ages Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Courtenay, Kamloops, Langley, Nanaimo, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Prince George, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, Victoria, White Rock With 15 locations across British Columbia, visit our website to find the store nearest you. We offer private one-on-one lessons custom-tailored to the needs and goals of the individual student. Our students range from children just beginning their journey in music, to seniors who enjoy music as a hobby. Lessons for every age, level, and style.
Gateway Academy 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond gatewaytheatre.com/youth-academy/ At Gateway Academy, we believe music helps our students, ages 6–18, develop self-expression, grow in confidence and gain an understanding of themselves and others. Working together in song and dance, our Musical Theatre students learn to tell their own stories through movement and the expression of music and lyrics.
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North Shore Music Together Locations in Lynn Valley, Edgemont & Coquitlam northshoremusictogether.com Early Childhood Music & Movement Program (newborn to 5 years with caregiver) Music Together® is a joyful music and movement class
for newborn to 5 years that is loved by families around the world! Research-based program includes singing, dancing, drumming and playing instruments. Classes include take-home music and illustrated songbooks. Place des Arts 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam placedesarts.ca Classes (6 months to 18 years) Place des Arts music programs offer a warm, friendly learning environment where experienced instructors teach a variety of instruments and styles. Over 40 faculty members offer group classes and private lessons to accommodate a variety of schedules. Surrey SPARK Stages Surrey Arts Centre,13760 88 Ave, Surrey surrey.ca/spark Performing Arts for Kids (ages 0–12) Surrey SPARK Stages presents quality performing arts experiences for children and families to share. From year-round shows to our annual three-day celebration in May, SPARK introduces kids to the magic of the performing arts! See what’s on at surrey.ca/spark.
