DELANO ACADEMY
LICENCED PRESCHOOL & INDEPENDENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN VAUGHAN

CWELCC APPROVED
Delano Academy’s Preschool program participates in the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system.
Parent fees are set and capped by the Province of Ontario and are not determined by the school.

Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten
CASA-Inspired Montessori Program
Licensed Childcare | Ages 2.5–4 | CWELCC Participating
Our Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten program supports children in the years leading up to Kindergarten through a Montessori-inspired, play-based, and developmentally appropriate approach, delivered within a licensed childcare setting.
Children learn in a calm, nurturing environment that respects individual developmental timelines while fostering curiosity, independence, and confidence.
Educator-to-Child Ratio:
1 Educator: 8 Children
Program Overview
This program is designed for children who are in their pre-kindergarten years and focuses on early foundations for lifelong learning, not formal schooling.
Through guided exploration and hands-on experiences, children develop:
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Early literacy and numeracy foundations
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Language and communication skills
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Social-emotional development
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Independence and self-regulation
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Curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving
Our enriched program includes age-appropriate experiences in:
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Language and early literacy
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Math foundations
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Science and inquiry
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Arts and creative expression
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French exposure
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Physical activity and outdoor play
A Thoughtful Beginning
Class sizes are intentionally limited to ensure personalized attention, strong educator-child relationships, and a high-quality early learning experience.
When spaces are full, children may be placed on a waitlist in accordance with our licensed childcare policies.
Our Philosophy
Our program respects each child’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. We believe children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships, supported by knowledgeable, caring educators.
This is a preschool / pre-kindergarten program, not a formal school program, and is designed to support children as they grow, mature, and prepare for their next stage of learning.




























