NOW Accepting Applications for the September 2024 - June 2025 School Year!

Our programs run from September to June, welcoming both 3-year-old and 4-year-old students. Each program is thoughtfully designed to support your child’s growth, curiosity, and love of learning. Find out more about each program.

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Monday to Thursday

Mornings 9:10 to 11:10

2-day and 4-day class options available

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Monday to Thursday

Afternoons 12:30 to 3:30

2-day and 4-day class options available

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Our Curriculum

At University Hill Preschool, the four seasons provide a general framework for our themes, but our curriculum is dynamic and adaptable. Guided by the Reggio Emilia approach and Montessori philosophy, our program evolves each year to reflect the interests, ideas, and experiences that children bring to class.

Detailed projects and themes are generated through group discussions, storytelling, and shared anecdotes, ensuring that learning is engaging and meaningful for every child. Daily activities such as circle time, story time, and snack time provide structure while fostering a sense of community and connection.

This flexible, child-centered approach allows us to nurture curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in every student. Learn more about our curriculum

Exercises of Practical Life at uhill preschool — **Building practical skills**

In The Garden — **Growing and learning**

Reggio Emilia — **Fostering creative exploration**

Playing Outside — **Exploring outdoor fun**

Our Faculty

At University Hill Preschool, our faculty is composed of highly experienced, passionate educators dedicated to fostering a love of learning in every child. Each teacher brings unique expertise, blending the Reggio Emilia approach and Montessori philosophy to create a nurturing and inclusive environment. With strong credentials and a commitment to professional growth, our team inspires curiosity, creativity, and confidence in their students.

Maria Rodrigues

Head Teacher

Maria, a Prime Minister’s Award recipient for Excellence in Early Childhood Education (2014, 2021, 2022), has been a dedicated educator at U-Hill since 1996. She holds a B.A. in Philosophy and a Montessori Certificate, blending her expertise in the Reggio Emilia and Montessori approaches to nurture young learners. Read more

Atoussa Kashani

Early Childhood Educator & Local Artist

Atoussa, a passionate advocate of the Reggio Emilia approach, has been teaching at U-Hill since 1991. She holds a B.A. in French Literature and Early Childhood Education from Simon Fraser University and brings creativity and cultural richness to the classroom as a local artist and multilingual educator.
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Feifei Gao

Early Childhood Educator

Feifei, an Early Childhood Education graduate from Langara College, joined U-Hill with a dedication to enriching young minds through play and exploration. With a bachelor’s degree from Shanghai Normal University and fluency in English and Mandarin, she fosters a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
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**Teacher Maria receiving The Prime Minister’s Award in 2022**

Prime Minister's Award for excellence in early childhood education 2022

Prime Minister's Award for excellence in early childhood education 2021

Prime Minister's Award for excellence in early childhood education 2014

Child care award of excellence in early childhood education, Coast Fraser Region

Testimonials

The class room is airy, bright and they have lots of ways to play. The outdoor playground is an added benefit, as it's completely private and safe. The community garden helps the kids understand how food is grown. All in all, through play and exposure, my sons have been learning a lot and prepared them for Kindergarten. Definitely recommend.

-Ingrid

Teachers do a lot of artwork with kids and for 4s program they perform special projects which encourages creativity and teamwork. Both my kids had a great experience, they looked forward to every day at school and have been provided a good start to school.

-Nazy

We have a very sensitive little boy who had not previously been in care. Though he was slow to separate and stay on his own, the teachers were so patient, supportive of his particular needs and their help was an encouragement to our whole family.

-Sarah

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Working with clay helps strengthen hand muscles and, by extension, fine motor skills in preschoolers. @uhillpreschool is committed to the ongoing development of our students, encouraging growth and learning through play. If you or someone you know is interested, there are spaces available for the 2020 / 2021 school year! Get a jump on registration and sign up on our website today!

Public Registration for the 2020 / 2021 school year is now open! If you are interested in holding a spot for your 3 or 4 year old for next school year, we still have availability! Please register through our website and ask any questions you may have about our program!

OPEN HOUSE! SATURDAY, NOV 16, 10AM to 12PM. Come visit us and check out our space! We will have our teachers and current families there to help answer any questions you have about University Hill Preschool. Registration is already underway for the 2020-2021 school year! We can’t believe it either!

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY 10AM to 12PM @ University Hill Preschool. Prospective families are welcome to join us for some casual play. Our superstar teachers and current families will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about our program. There will be activities for young learners and coffee/tea for adults. Come see why our 3 and 4 year old programs are already filling for the 2020-2021 school year!

University Hill Preschool prides itself on the growth of our students. Children need a rich environment full of possibilities that will expand their mind and motor skills. As they are exploring and experimenting with building structures, our students get to reach for the stars together. Interested? Come visit our open house this Saturday, November 16 from 10AM to 12PM!

OPEN HOUSE NOV 16! 10AM to 12 PM. University Hill Preschool students experience the joy of autumn in a beautiful natural setting. 🍂 As the leaves turn and fall, our school encourages a connection with the environment around us. By playing outside, our students’ minds grow! Since 1966, we have been guided by a play-based approach, outstanding teachers, and the aim of fostering a healthy self-image in our students. Come see if University Hill Preschool is the right place for you and your child. Registration for the 2020-2021 school year is already underway for Year 3 and Year 4 programs.

University Hill Preschool students enjoy the fruits (or vegetables) of our labour. We provide the environment our students to have a connection with agriculture and the natural world around us. Want to check us out? We are having an open house November 16 from 10 AM to 12 PM!

University Hill Preschool offers a robust visual arts program for our students. Exploring different materials and textures is important for early childhood development. We still have space in our 4 year old program for the 2019-2020 school year. Register today!

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