Organization: Ottawa-Carleton Headstart Association for Preschools - Queensway Preschool - Headstart Programs
Phone Numbers: 613-728-8055
Email: cgidding@swchc.on.ca
Website: ochap.ca/web/queensway-preschool
Address:
Parkdale United Church
429 Parkdale Ave
Ottawa, ON
K1Y 1H3
Intersection: Somerset St and Empress Ave
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15am-4:45pm
Public Contacts:
Service Description: Follows the Headstart program for pre-school children guidelines * balance of free play and teacher directed activities to grow and develop socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually * school readiness

Services:
  • stories, songs and games to encourage speech and language development
  • art, sensory activities, music and dramatic play to encourage social development and creativity
  • indoor and outdoor play on climbing equipment, tricycles and ride on toys etc. to help children gain confidence, coordination and strength
  • field trips encourage friendships and expand children’s knowledge of the world and how it works
  • science and nature activities encourage children to question, wonder and explore the world of nature
  • positive child guidance from teachers that allows children to develop self-confidence and self-control
  • social skills are learned with guidance and through experiences with imaginative play
  • Speech/Language Pathologist visits regularly from CHEO
  • hearty and nutritious snacks and lunch served daily



Fees: Set fees * Each licensed Headstart program has full or partial subsidies for families who qualify. Parents may apply for a subsidy through the City of Ottawa Childcare Registry and Waitlist * For help applying for a subsidy call the program
Application: Parents may make self-referrals or children may be referred by social service agencies
Eligibility / Target Population: Children 1.5-5 years old
Languages: English
Area Served: Ottawa
See Also: Child Care Centres
Last Updated: 7/7/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=212149

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