After School Care
Bridge Kids is licensed by Interior Health.
Care is available for kids in kindergarten up to 12 years old.
Hours
After School Care
2:30pm-6:00pm
Early Dismissals
12:30pm-6:00pm
Full Days (Pro Days)
8:00am-5:30pm
Schools
A.S. Matheson Elementary
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École Élémentaire Casorso Elementary School
Fees
After School Care: $450 per Month per Child
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Fees will be reduced with CCFRI
All families are enrolled in this initiative but amounts vary per family
This fee includes Early Dismissals and 50% off Pro Days
Daily Requirements
We ask every child to come with a nut-free after school snack, a water bottle and weather appropriate clothing/footwear for outdoor play.
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Parents/Guardians must notify staff through the parent app if their child will be absent from Bridge Kids or not allowed on out trips.
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Bridge Kids has a monthly calendar with planned activities. Children get to choose which activity they want to participate in. Activities may include cooking, drama, arts/crafts, nature and exploration, music, and out trips. Monthly calendars are planned in advance and available to families online and in person.
CCFRI
Bridge Kids is part of the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), through the governments of British Columbia and Canada. They are making licensed child care more affordable for families throughout the province. Starting September 2023, families may see a reduction of monthly fees of up to $57.50 per month reflected on their invoices. All Bridge Kids families are enrolled in this initiative.
Subsidy
Looking for affordable and accessible child care options? Subsidies may be available to qualifying families. Parents are responsible for the full monthly fee until their subsidy has been approved and received. For more information, to see if you quality and to apply online, please visit the Affordable Child Care Benefit website.
Parent Package
Our out of school care program provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, grow, and explore their potential. We believe that mentorship, friendship, and leadership are key components to fostering children's development. To focus on these values, we have policies and procedures in place to ensure your child's safety and security.