About WVCP

The Westboro Village Cooperative Preschool was founded, more than 30 years ago, on the dual principal that children learn through play and that parental involvement is key to any child’s educational success.

Our Mission & Philosophy

Our program provides social, musical, physical, & linguistic play experience for each child’s individual developmental needs. WVCP is all about learning through play!

Our Story

Westboro Village Cooperative Preschool is a non-profit Co-operative Preschool. It was founded more than 30 years ago on the dual principal that children learn through play and that parental involvement is key to any child’s educational success. Our goal is to provide children an optimal learning experience in a safe and caring setting. Our co-operative environment encourages children, parents and teachers to share ideas, socialize, make connections, and build community. Our program provides social, musical, physical, and linguistic play experiences for each child’s individual developmental needs.

Our Co-Op

Our co-operative environment encourages children, parents and teachers to share ideas, socialize, make connections, and build community.

How We Co-Operate

At the Westboro Village Cooperative Preschool, parent contribution is key to the school’s success.

Our warm and caring educational environment, as well as our reasonable tuition rates, are maintained by the support of our members.

Member parents can expect:

+ to be on duty on average once a month
+ to participate in fundraising
+ to be punctual in accordance with school schedules
+ to do an occasional (usually once per year) load of laundry
+ to participate by voting on amendment changes of the co-op bylaws
+ to attend the general meetings, three times yearly
+ to participate in one of several committees devoted to fundraising, publicity, maintenance of the school, and organizing annual concerns

In addition:

As a co-operative, our preschool welcomes the varied talents, skills, knowledge and experience of all members into our program. If you have a talent or resource that would be a benefit in the classroom, we encourage such contributions.

Helping Your Child Explore, Grow, & Learn

We employ professional teachers with ECE qualifications, but, at the Westboro Village Co-operative Preschool, parents are an integral part of daily education, as well as the annual renewal of programs and facilities.

Meet The Teachers

Our Teachers

Sabina Provorna

WVCP Director and Preschool Teacher

I started my journey as an educator over 10 years ago. First, by working in a licensed childcare setting with a variety of different age groups, then transitioning to the school board in the full-day
kindergarten program.

My professional experience...

My professional experience has allowed me to be well acquainted with, and understand the intricacies of working with children that have ASD, developmental or physical disabilities and those that may be learning English as a second language.
As an RECE and the centre Director, I am determined to foster a holistic environment that builds on children’s natural curiosity, ideas, abilities, and life experiences. I strongly believe that learning is most effective through inquiry, play and exploration, and that ongoing communication between educators and families is essential in building the foundation for life long learning.

Charlene Van Veit

WVCP Preschool Co-Educator

I have been an RECE for over 12 years, with experience ranging from toddler to school-age. Through my professional journey, I have had the privilege of working in a variety of environments that have strengthened my understanding of child development, behaviour
guidance and inquiry learning.

My goal as an educator...

My goal as an educator is to provide opportunities for self expression and imagination. I want children to feel confident in their abilities, proud of their accomplishments and have the freedom to express themselves. To sum it up, I believe that all children deserve a safe space to experiment and explore learning.

Taylor Cape

WVCP Toddler Co-Educator

My first introduction to education was in my own early education. I had the most amazing experiences and educators that I looked up to, and still, do. I have always wanted to become an educator and make an impact in children’s lives. I am an RECE. I studied in the early childhood education field at Algonquin college and most recently graduated with my ECE diploma.

Children are all unique individuals...

Children are all unique individuals. Not all children learn and think the same, but none the less, they all deserve equal opportunities and experiences. I believe as an educator it is important to teach children the way they learn, rather than expect children to learn the way I teach. When planning activities or exploration opportunities, I also plan alternative options to support each child’s personal expression and engagement.

In addition, I believe every program has at least three teachers, the educators, the environment and the children. An effective learning environment should be a place that children feel supported and welcomed. A place where children aren’t afraid to explore, express and learn. An effective environment supports children’s development and growth, in every aspect. As well, children are amazing teachers. We can learn so much from children. When we give children opportunities to lead, direct, guide and teach, they will surprise you. Inside every child is a competent, capable and curious learner, who is waiting for opportunities to share their experiences and knowledge. Crazy things happen when we give children platforms, and luckily for me, I build my students stages.

Elvira McKee

WVCP Toddler Co-Educator

I received my teaching degree at the University of Miskolc in Hungary. After years of teaching grades 4-8, I came to the realization that my passion has always been teaching young children, and that early learning that focuses on exploration and play, is crucial to a child’s development, health and well-being.

I strongly believe...

I strongly believe that supportive and open-ended play is essential for children to express their imagination and curiosity. When children are given the freedom to explore and experiment, they are able to develop useful problem solving skills and the confidence needed to take appropriate risks. Music and Movement is the essence of my philosophy, and one that is incorporated in every aspect of my teaching. I am truly following my passion.

What We Offer

The Westboro Village Co-operative Preschool is a licensed non-profit for children 2-6 years old. It operates on a non-profit basis and is administered by its parent members in a co-operative format.

Curriculum

Learning through play… in our two spacious and well-equipped creativity rooms and our thoroughly resourced gymnasium, featuring a constantly renewed collection of supplies and learning tools, child-sized washroom facilities, as well as:

Music, Puzzles & Games, Arts & Crafts, Reading, Writing & Arithmetic, Science and Physical Play

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