Deep Cove Program
A nature and mindfulness program set in the heart of Deep Cove. We are so pleased to be offering a half day and full day preschool program on Cypress Road. A beautful 1 acre property situated on a residental road, surrounded by gazeebos and gardens makes for a peaceful environment to learn and grow.
This is a licensed program for children 30 months to school age. Please note: children must turn 36 months by December 31 to enrol for September in our half day program.
Half Day Preschool:
The class offerings below reflect the upcoming 2025/2026 school year. This program operates with a two week closure at Christmas and a one week closure at Spring Break. We are also closed for three professional development days as well as all statuatory holidays.
Tues/Thurs 9 – 12 pm
$318 per month
Mon/Wed/Fri 9 – 12 pm
$477 per month
Mon-Fri 9 – 12 pm
$795 per month
First Day of School: September 3, 2025
Last Day of School: June 19, 2026
2025/2026 Scheduled Closures:
September 2, 2025 (Pro-D Day)
November 10, 2025 (Pro-D Day)
December 22 – January 2, 2026
February 13, 2026 (Pro-D Day)
May 15, 2026 (Pro-D Day)
Daily Rhythm:
- 9 am arrival and greeting
- 9 – 10 am: open-ended exploration inside
- 10 am: clean-up and classroom tending
- 10:10 – 10:30 am: morning circle (songs, story, mindfulness, and movement)
- 10:30 – 11 am: bathrooms, hand-washing, and morning nourishment (parents provide)
- 11 – 12 pm: outdoor exploration and pick-up
Full Day Program:
This full-day program mirrors our McTavish Academy program operating 12 months of the year with a two week closure in December and a one week closure in August. We are also closed for four professional development days per year and are closed all statuatory holidays.
The fees below are reflective of the September 2025 – August 2026 year and do not include the fee reduction initaitive. Our hours of operation are 7:30 – 5 pm with flexible drop-off and pick-up times.
Tues I Thurs:
$666 / month
Mon I Wed I Fri:
$999 / month
Mon – Fri:
$1,665 / month
2025/2026 Closure Dates:
September 2, 2025 (Pro-D Day)
November 10, 2025 (Pro-D Day)
December 22 – January 2, 2026
February 13, 2026 (Pro-D Day)
May 15, 2026 (Pro-D Day)
August 24 – 28, 2026
Daily Rhythm (subject to change):
“The best classroom and the richest cupboard are roofed only by the sky.” – Margaret McMillan
With an increase in time spent outside we are looking to our outdoor spaces as outdoor classrooms that are set intentially with love, intention, thought, and care. Activities that are set include but are not limited to: peaceful painting, watering and tending to the garden beds, harvesting herbs and fresh grown food, nature weaving, fairy gardens, sand and water play, blocks and building, as well as story corners and imaginative play.
- 7:30 – 9:45 am: arrival & outdoor classroom time.
- Morning nourishment provided (changes seasonally with an emphasis on local and organic).
- 9:45 – 10 am: morning gather & transition inside.
- 10 – 10:30 am: handwashing and morning snack (parents provide).
- 10:30 – 11 am: morning circle (inclusive of songs, stories, mindfulness, and movement).
- 11 – 11:15 am: bathrooms & transition for outside.
- 11:15 – 12:15 pm: outdoor clasroom time (inclusive of access to our nature inspired play-space, gardening, and nature walks).
- 12:15 – 12:45 pm: transition inside & lunch (parents provide).
- 12:45 – 2:30 pm: afternoon quiet activities and/or nap.
- 2 – 3 pm: peaceful indoor play.
- 3 – 3:15 pm: afternoon nourishment (provided).
- 3:15 – 3:30 pm: bathrooms & transition for outside.
- 3:30 – 5 pm: outdoor classroom time & pick-up.
Testimonials
What Kids are saying
- “Once upon a time there was a little girl named Mattea and she always liked to go to Storyoga. The little girl had so much fun at Storyoga that she even didn’t want to leave.” ~ Mattea, 4
- “She reads us stories and we colour. I love drawing inside the shapes – and about Vanessa, I love her!” ~ Darien, 4
- I like doing the downward dog and the pom – pom blessing. I like yoga because it is good for your body and we learn about nature.” ~ Lucas, 6
- “I like the stories Vanessa read to us, and I liked doing Namaste Mountain.” ~ Renee, 6
What Parents are saying
- “I heard about your classes and camps from several of the Sidney Preschool moms. I’ve talked to quite a few people about your classes at Strongstart, Preschool, and in Logan’s Kindergarten and I have never heard a bad thing. You should be really proud of the strong reputation you have built in your small community.” ~ Joscelyn, Sidney BC
- “Kaylee absolutely loves the class and you also. We have tried a few after-school things before and she has never been enthusiastic about them. With this yoga she comes home and can’t wait to show us what she is learning. Thanks for all the energy you put into it.” ~ Sarah Paulson, Sidney BC
What Teachers are saying
- “Hi Vanessa. Thanks so much for having me. I felt so comfortable… a sense of coming home or at least inspiration for the type of environment I want to be involved with. Out of all the centres I visited, yours was the most beautiful in so many ways, especially the vibration of peace.” ~ Yvonne MacKenzie, Pender Island BC
- “Vanessa’s interactive storytelling, wide use of colorful, playful props and the brilliant way in which she engages children in yoga poses was a hit with the children in our program! Thank you Vanessa for exposing our children to yoga in such a fun, positive way.” ~ Lori, Victoria BC