About EarlyON Programs
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Family Centres and EarlyON community locations in London and Middlesex County are operating with revised program schedules and protocols due to COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus) precautions.
Please check with individual locations for updates and visit the Family Centre and EarlyON Program Calendar for a weekly list of online programming available during the closure.
EarlyON Programs/Programmes ON y va
Indigenous-led EarlyON programs provide culturally relevant programming and supports for families. These programs include activities that support language revitalization and a strong sense of identity for Indigenous children. These programs are offered in London and Middlesex by Nshwaasnangong Family Centre and Child Care, and in Chippewa of the Thames by Enji-Maajtawaad EarlyON Programs, and in Oneida Nation of the Thames by Oneida Headstart Family Resource Centre. Please check the program calendar to find Indigenous-led programs.
French ON y va programs are offered within Family Centres as well as at La Ribambelle Centre ON y va Academie de la Tamise and La Ribambelle Ridgewood. Please check the program calendar to find French programs.
The warm, nurturing EarlyON/ON y va staff are committed to excellence and take great pride in creating attractive and unique learning environments for children. Staff receive ongoing support and participate in professional development opportunities.
Free EarlyON/ON y va programs and services include:
- playgroups with crafts, music and stories
- programs to introduce children to math, science, and reading
- pregnancy and new baby support
- parenting workshops and information on children’s development, behaviour, safety, and nutrition