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                                    | Organization: | Ottawa-Carleton Headstart Association for Preschools - Hawthorne Meadows Nursery School - Headstart Programs | 
                                
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                                    | Phone Numbers: | 613-731-1507 | 
                            
                            
                            
                            
                            
                            
                            
	
                                
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                                                | Hawthorne United Church 2244 Russell Rd
 Ottawa, ON
 K1G 1B3
 
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                                    | Intersection: | Russell Rd and Tupper Ave | 
                                
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                                    | Location: | First floor in the church hall of Hawthorne United Church | 
                                
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                                    | Hours: | Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm | 
                                
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                                    | Public Contacts: | Will Saunders - Program Coordinator 
 Julie Lalonde-Moisan - Executive Director
 ed@hmns.ca
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                                    | Service Description: | Follows the Headstart program for pre-school children guidelines * promotes language acquisition, problem solving skills, school readiness, self-regulation, socialization, healthy physical and cognitive development and greater self-esteeem 
 Activitties include:
 
 library, puzzles and building toys to develop language, literacy, cognitive and manipulative skill
dramatic play
art to develop language, sensory and creative opportunities
science to question, wonder and explore
field trips to give children first hand experiences in their community to expand their knowledge and understanding of the world around them
language development program — Speech/Language Pathologist consultation, assessment and referral
nutritious and hearty meals including a balanced breakfast, a hot lunch and a healthy snack before departure adhering to dietary restrictions/allergies
positive behaviour guidance opportunities to develop self-regulation and control, self-esteem and problem solving through guided interactions with staff and other children
 
 
 
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                                    | 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 | 
                                
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                                    | Application: | Parents may make self-referrals or children may be referred by social service agencies. | 
                            
                            
                            
	
                                
                                    | Eligibility / Target Population: | Children 2.5-5 years old | 
                            
                            
                            
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                                    | Languages: | English | 
                                
                                
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                                    | Area Served: | Ottawa | 
                                
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                                    | Last Updated: | 1/16/2025 | 
                                
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                                    | Service Profile Web Address: | eng/displayService.aspx?id=212155 | 
                                
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