Testimonials



West Richmond Preschool


My 2 girls have just completed their 2 years and now my son is starting this year. I can't say enough good things about West Richmond.  The 4 hour program is the best thing that could happen to your child's education.  They learn so much, I can not believe the amount of activities they manage to squeeze in 4 hours.  I love their approach to nature and being green, my daughter knows more about gardening than me.  The kids social development improves so much in so little time, the teachers are the best, you feel like they are family.  I am so glad all my kids will get to be a part of this great preschool

-Vanessa



Our 4 hour preschool experience was the BEST! The dedication, organization, and sincere kindness of our teachers made for a positive, fun, learning environment - I think the teachers had just as much fun as the kids!  The field trips were fantastic, but more than anything I think the trips to the garden will be fondly remembered by everyone.  There was always something happening at the garden, and a funny story and laugh that accompanied each trip.  I will be forever grateful that my son had such a positive experience during his preschool years, and really could not have asked for a better group of teachers and for that I thank you all.

-Leslie



Both of my daughters attended West Richmond Preschool from the age of 3 and blossomed while in the capable hands of the amazing teachers there.  I would wholeheartedly recommend West Richmond -- the staff, the facilities, and the activities the children participate in are absolutely wonderful. The range of subject matter covered is extensive and both my children were well prepared for Kindergarten when the time came.  Thank you again to all the staff at West Richmond, I am so pleased with the skills my children learnt, the social awareness they were taught and the compassion and caring with which they view their peers having been in the program!

-Gina D.



I have a 6 year old son who joined twos time and then attended both the three year old class and the four year old class. My 4 year old daughter attended the three year old class and is now in the four year old class.

Twos time and preschool let me settle my son into an environment away from home while I could spend some one on one time with my young daughter. When my daughter joined the preschool I was able to have some regular time each week to work on my own goals. With the gym just downstairs I was able to fit in a workout which became a valuable mental health enhancer.

The programming in the classes that my children have attended has been imaginative, varied and caring. The focus on learning through play has been ideal for kindergarten preparedness. Teachers Jess and Barbi are well loved in my household. They have a close working relationship and understanding of each other that brings something special to their classroom. Their calm, patient and nurturing approach to their preschoolers is fantastic. 

-Sarah



West Richmond Out-of-School Care


With great sadness, we want to thank you and all of the staff and leaders for the years of kindness and care you have provided for our children. They already miss everyone immensely.

-Marina



I want to personally thank you and your staff for the amazing care you have provided to our family over the years. Receiving a lottery space for our family was a game changer.

-Alex



The staff at West Richmond Community Centre have cared for our two boys since the fall of 2009. The care has been exceptional and we have not worried for even a second about their care. It seems like just yesterday I was anxiously awaiting to find out if we won the “lottery” to get into West Richmond OSC. And, when we did get in, it was like winning a lottery. My husband and I have been able to concentrate at work knowing that our boys have been enrolled in a fun, safe, and enriching program. The work that you do is so important and we are so grateful.

-D.



The program has been essential for me to be able to work. The high calibre of staff and the organization behind it has always made me feel very comfortable with entrusting my children to your care. Thank you.

-C.



On behalf of our whole family, we would like to thank OSC for being part of our life. You have always been there for us and we always knew that Adam was in a safe and caring environment when he was at OSC. As leaders you have all contributed to Adam’s development as a person. Your reinforced our values and supported him in talking through issues.  

While we are feeling rather sad that the day has come for our family to say good-bye to OSC, we are proud that Adam has matured in such a way that we know he is now able to navigate his way home safely and care for himself.

-Andrea, John and Adam