Tender Loving Care (TLC) is a non-profit, early childhood center supported by Catholic Community Services (CCS). We are operated entirely by our members and all money collected by way of participation fees is used towards the operation of the center.
TLC provides:
- a place for children to learn through play
- conversation and language skill development
- school readiness & developmental skills
- a place which involves parents.
- a place where parents and caregivers can meet other members.
TLC is not:
- a daycare or a drop-off center
Every member of TLC participates on the Maintenance and Fundraising committees. Some members who are looking for more responsibility and participation may volunteer to sit on our Executive Board or stand to be elected to our Board of Directors. Each member is unique and comes from different backgrounds and circumstances. HOWEVER, every member is valued equally. EVERY MEMBER IS IMPORTANT! |
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EARLY EXPLORERS (2 to 3 YEARS)
Our Early Explorers class consists of children who are 2 years old on or before September 30, 2008.. Special attention is given to handling separation anxiety, which can be a concern at this stage. Every effort is made to make the children feel comfortable and secure, while at the same time giving them a sense of pride in their own emerging autonomy.
-- To get a preview of a typical Early Explorers class, click here
ACTIVE ADVENTURERS (3½ to 5 YEARS)
Our Active Adventurers class consists of children who are 3 years old on or before March 30th, 2008. Special attention is given to pre-kindergarten aged children to ensure they have the necessary skills to enter kindergarten with confidence and pride.
-- To get a preview of a typical Active Adventurers class, click here
Parents/caregivers also have the unique opportunity of accompanying the children on monthly outings. Additionally, parents/caregivers are occasionally invited to special events in the classroom such as Halloween and Easter parties.
The preschool programs were initiated and continue to be supported by CCS (Catholic Community Services) and included groups based in Verdun, Ville Emard, and Lasalle. The primary motivation in starting the program was to offer support and education in parenting of preschoolers. The first group started in Pointe St. Charles in 1979 and gradually was extended to the other communities.
Our Lasalle group started in 1981, and was primarily a playgroup for many years with the emphasis on having a support system for parents. Over the years, TLC has evolved along with the needs of the Lasalle community. In the past few years, the classroom itself has transformed from a playgroup to that of a preschool setting, while keeping the spirit of community and support intact. |
