Family Play & Learn provides a free drop-in program for children birth to 6 years of age and their parents/caregivers.
Our space offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where parents/caregivers are able to share and learn new ways to support their child’s learning and development through play, both at the program and at home.
About the program
- Infants-safe area for babies to engage in developmentally appropriate activities that promote growth in all areas of development
- Toddlers-space and programming has specific design elements for toddlers (18-36 months)
- Children 3-6 years social interaction and open-ended activities allow for creativity and building on skills
- Qualified Early Childhood Educator on site to support learning, answer questions on development/ parenting and help connect families to information, resources and services
As Fort St. John is subject to such long winter months, we wanted to create a space and program that endeavors to meet the increasing need in our community for more opportunities for parents/caregivers of young children to connect with one another as a means to decrease isolation and build greater community.
Here at Family Play & Learn, we provide an inclusive environment where all families can feel comfortable to participate. We rely on parent participation to help foster positive and safe interactions between children.
Family Play & Learn is funded by the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD).
How to access the drop-in program.
- You do not need to pre-register
- Children birth-6 years are welcome to attend with their parent/caregiver
- Families choose when to attend during our operating hours, there is a capacity of 20 children per session (first come first served basis)
Outreach: Family Play and Learn teams up with the Aboriginal Infant Development Program to offer monthly visits to Blueberry River First Nations, Doig River First Nations and Halfway River First Nations.
Hours of Operation/Program Schedule
Hours of operation for Family Play & Learn are subject to change.
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Contact & Location
10417-106th Ave,
Fort St. John, BC V1J 2M8
The Fort St. John Child Development Centre is funded in part by the British Columbia Ministry of Children and Family Development and Northern Health Authority.
We respectfully acknowledge the Dane-zaa lands within Treaty 8. We are grateful to live, work, play and grow in this beautiful region. It is an honor to build and maintain our relationships with the Beaver, Cree and Metis peoples, in peace and friendship.