EarlyON Child and Family Centres
EarlyON Child and Family Centres provide programming for children and families. We offer a range of services and resources where you can:
- join fun activities such as storytelling, arts, science, sing-alongs and games
- get advice from professionals trained in early childhood development
- find out about other family services in your community
- connect with other families with young children
For more service information please read our Early Learning and Care Unit EarlyON Information Sheet.
Our July to December 2022 Your Guide Programming is now available. See our Your Guide (PDF Format) for more details.
*July 4th, 2022 UPDATE - H-N REACH EarlyON Child & Family Centres are returning to DROP-IN Play & Learn and Baby Play programming. Pre-registration is only required for offsite outreach and specialized programs.*
Feel free to find us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/REACHEarlyON. We are always posting activity ideas, circle time videos and stories, and tips to stay healthy at home.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS ON ZOOM Email us at earlyon@hnreach.on.ca to receive meeting codes and passwords for our programs listed below | ||||||
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | |||
Circle Time 9:00 AM | Circle Time 9:00 AM | Circle Time 9:00 AM Well Baby 11:00 AM Public Health Nurse attending virtually August 10 & 24 | Circle Time 9:00 AM | |||
August Offsite Outreach Programs To register please email earlyon@hnreach.on.ca with the full names of all adults and children attending, a contact phone number, and program(s) you would like to attend. | ||||||
Art in the Park Learning through creative play in an outdoor environment. Dress for mess as children will express themselves through a variety of materials. Exact locations will be emailed out upon registration. 1:30 PM
Family Nature Walk Enjoy fresh air, light exercise, and the company of other parents and caregivers on this walk in nature. Exact locations will be emailed out upon registrations 1:00 PM
Stories, Music & Movement Let's get our bodies and our minds moving! Participate in fun songs, rhymes, stories and experiences using fine and gross motor muscles that support balance, coordination and encourage brain development and sensory connections. 1:30 PM
Cayuga Outdoor Program Join us for fresh air and activities outside! Exact location will be emailed out upon rgistration. August 31 at 10:00 AM | ||||||
August INDOOR PROGRAMS | ||||||
Location | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
Simcoe 12 Colborne St. N | Play & Learn | Play & Learn | Baby Play 9:00-12:00 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | Play & Learn |
Waterford Waterford United Church 135 Main St. S | Play & Learn | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | ||||
Delhi | Play & Learn | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | ||||
Houghton Houghton Public School 505 Fairground Side Rd |
| Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 (Closed August 23 & 30) | ||||
Dunnville Mapleview Elementary School 223 Fairview Ave. W | Play & Learn 9:00-11:00 | Play & Learn 9:00-11:00 | Baby Play Play & |
| Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 (August 13 Only) | |
Caledonia *NEW LOCATION* 282 Argyle St South, Unit 4 | Play & Learn | Baby Play 9:30-11:30 1:00-3:00 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 1:00-3:00 5:30-7:30 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 1:00-3:00 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 (August 27 Only) |
Port Dover Lakewood Elementary School 713 St. George St. | Play & Learn | Play & Learn | Circle Time | |||
Jarvis Jarvis Community Church 19 Church St. | Play & Learn 9:30-11:30 | |||||
Well Baby with a Public Health Nurse Parents & Caregivers of babies ages 0-18 months can get support with breastfeeding, growth and development, maternal health, and more, from a Public Health Nurse. Drop-in during the following Baby Play programs 9:30-10:30 AM Simcoe: August 3, 17, 21 |
Program Descriptions and Information:
Play and Learn: Child-led and supports a play-based approach to support healthy child development and engage children and their parents or caregivers. Sensory experiences, songs, rhymes and stories are provided for continued childhood growth. Open to children aged 0-6 years old and their families.
Baby Play: Families with children aged 0-18 months can play, learn, and explore. Parents and caregivers can ask questions related to feeding, growth and development, and community resources.
Circle Time: Enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories on Zoom!
Virtual Well Baby: Log on for conversations with an Early Years Facilitator and a Public Health Nurse from the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit on specified dates. Ask questions about infant feeding, sleep, development, and anything else related to being a parent!
Lunch Bunch: Is your child sharting kindergarten in the fall? Pack a school lunch and join us! Practice independence, confidence, and introduce your child to a classroom setting. For the most success, we recommend attending Play & Learn and then staying for the Lunch Bunch. Please no nuts of shellfish.
Transition to School
Eligibility
For parents and care providers of children birth to 12 years of age
Cost
No cost to use the services
To Get Started
Call the EarlyON Child and Family Centres at 1-866-463-2759 or email earlyon@hnreach.on.ca
If your child up to 18 years of age is in crisis, our Child & Youth Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1-866-327-3224
If someone over the age of 18 is looking to receive support , call CAST at 1-866-487-2278
Issue 1-10 | Please email earlyon@hnreach.on.ca for previous issues |
Issue 11 (PDF) | All things Red and White |
Issue 12 (PDF) | Risky Play |
Issue 13 (PDF) | Water, Water, Everywhere |
Issue 14 (PDF) | Food, Food Glorious Food |
Issue 15 (PDF) | Math Around the House |
Issue 16 (PDF) | To Play, To Learn, To Grow |
Issue 17 (PDF) | Parent are Important Too |
Issue 18 (PDF) | Then and Now |
Issue 19 (PDF) | Early Literacy |
Issue 20 (PDF) | To Good Health! |
Issue 21 (PDF) | Fall and Family |
Issue 22 (PDF) | Lest We Forget |
Issue 23 (PDF) | Presence over Presents |
Issue 24 (PDF) | All about Hugge |
Issue 25 (PDF) | Love is in the air and in the trees |
Issue 26 (PDF) | Screen time and young children |
Issue 27 (PDF) | Celebrating Nature |
Issue 28 (PDF) | Transitioning to School |
Issue 29 (PDF) | Why Won't My Toddler Listen to Me? |
From Home to School | |
Issue 31 (PDF) | Fall Fun for Toddlers |
Issue 32 (PDF) | Bundle Up |
Issue 33 (PDF) | More Centres are Re-Opening! |
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