Full Day Kindergarten (FDK) Program

The Full-Day Kindergarten Program is a Ministry of Education provincial initiative that offers children ages

4 & 5 years, an enriched learning environment designed to help them develop socially, emotionally, academically and physically. This positive learning environment is provided by a certified Teacher and an Early Childhood Educator together.

Ontario began phasing in the Full-Day Kindergarten Program in September 2010 with full implementation in all schools by September 2015.  

Year 1 Implementation 2010-2011

The Lambton Kent District School Board will offer full-day learning at the following school sites during the 2010-2011 school year:

• Brigden School, Brigden
• Colonel Cameron Public School, Corunna
• D.A. Gordon Public School, Wallaceburg
• P.E. McGibbon School, Sarnia
• Queen Elizabeth II School, Sarnia
• Victor Lauriston Public School, Chatham
• Wheatley Area Public School, Wheatley
• Zone Township Central School, Bothwell

Year 2 Implementation 2011-2012

During 2011-12, the Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program (FDELKP) will be held at three additional Lambton Kent District School Board sites:

• Mooretown - Courtright Public School, Mooretown (one classroom)
• Rosedale School, Sarnia,
• Tilbury Area Public School

Year 3 Implementation 2012-2013

During 2012-13, the Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program (FDELKP) will be held at these additional Lambton Kent District School Board sites:

• A.A. Wright Public School, Wallaceburg
• Bosqanuet Central School, Thedford
• Dawn Euphemia School, Dresden
• Dresden Area Central School, Dresden
• Errol Village Public School, Camlachie
• H.W. Burgess Public School, Wallaceburg
• Hanna Memorial Public School, Sarnia
• Lansdowne Public School, Sarnia
• Merlin Area Public School, Merlin
• Naahi Ridge Pubilc School, Ridgetown
• South Plympton Public School, Wyoming
• Tecumseh Public School, Chatham
• Thamesville Area Central School, Thamesville

Year 4 Implementation 2013-2014

During 2013-14, the Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten Program (FDELKP) will be held at these additional Lambton Kent District School Board sites:

• Aberarder Central School, Camlachie
• Bridgeview Public School, Point Edward
• Bright's Grove Public School, Bright's Grove
• Confederation Central School, Sarnia
• East Lambton Elementary School, Watford
• Grand Bend Public School, Grand Bend
• Gregory Drive Public School, Chatham
• Hillcrest Public School, Petrolia
• Indian Creek Road Public School, Chatham
• King George VI Public School, Chatham
• King George VI Public School, Sarnia
• Lakeroad Public School, Sarnia
• Lambton Centennial Public School, Petrolia
• London Road Public School, Sarnia
• Queen Elizabeth II Pubic School, Chatham

About the Program

The Board worked with local municipalities and its coterminous school board to select schools based on the Ministry of Education’s guidelines, including available space, impact on existing local child care and local need.

Teachers and early childhood educators will work together to help children learn during the regular school day. Working side-by-side, these educators will create a welcoming environment where children can learn, play and grow.

The remainder of the schools under the jurisdiction of the Lambton Kent District School Board will continue to offer the traditional alternative day program in September 2010.

The full-day learning for four and five-year-olds will be phased in at the other schools in stages with a goal of having it fully implemented by 2015/16.

Contact Information

For more information about the Full Day Kindergarten Program, contact:

Joy Badder, Superintedent of Education - Student Achievement Elementary

519-336-1500, Ext 31263

badderjo@lkdsb.net

More Information

Ministry of Education Full Day Kindergarten Program

Discussion on Early Learning (frequently asked questions)

Full Day Kindergarten - A Question and Answer Guide for Parents (pdf)