Marda Loop - 2236 33 Ave SW
We are licensed for 80 kindergarten and Out of School Care children at this location. We offer care before/after school, early dismissals and most PD days. Since our program is running at its own location, we are able to operate during school breaks (I.e. Fall break, Winter Break) as well as summer break.
Our business hours are 7:00am - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday. Children will be picked up and dropped off at their applicable bell times through Southland bussing.
Staff are innovative and creative when they set up this program into learning centres such as; art, library, block/building, dramatic, manipulative, games and large motor areas. Our goal is to make it as home like as possible and to be reflective of the children who are attending. Children are given ample opportunities to demonstrate leadership skills and are supported in a child lead atmosphere where learning takes place based on their interests.
As stated in Flight: Alberta Child Care Framework, we believe that children are capable, and mighty learners and the educators’ role is to be a co-learner, co-imaginer, and co-researcher.
Our Program planning starts with children’s interests, as simple as drawing, that expands to a drawing club, art sale, pokemon card store, book club, and more! We observe children’s interest as well as their needs, and abilities and invitation to play is set up daily. As children unfold their learning journey, we follow their lead and excitedly alongside children’s play.
Our goal is to build a community at Marda Loop where children feel safe and explore the world together. Family involvement is essential for creating places of vitality, and we invite families for a variety of events such as art sale, field trip volunteers, bottle donations for fundraising, flea market, cooking club with families special recipes and for the special guest speakers.
If you have any questions about this location or would like to register please feel free to call.
Paulina Rubio - Supervisor
Hello, my name is Paulina. I have several years of experience working with children in both Mexico and Canada, supporting their learning, creativity and emotional development. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, which complements my hands on experience working with children. In my free time, I enjoy playing games, baking, and cooking. I believe these interests help me connect with children in meaningful ways and bring creativity and fun into the programs I support. I am bilingual and fluent in both English and Spanish which allows me to build strong relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds. I am grateful for every opportunity to grow professionally and to positively impact the lives of children I work with.
