WH Students and Staff support and encourage all-weather Outdoor Learning and Play (OPAL)! Play is self-directed, intrinsically motivated, and freely chosen. The three rules of OPAL are as follows: “Is it safe?”, “Is it fun?” and “Is it inclusive?”. Fighting or rough play will not be tolerated.

 In order for your child to have an enjoyable day, please do the following:

• Your child must be dressed appropriately to be outside during all kinds of weather - rain or shine! Even in the winter, appropriate clothing choices will support outdoor play. (e.g., layers of clothing, winter boots, winter jacket, hat, waterproof gloves, snow pants, etc.)
• Bring a change of socks, pants and gloves just in case they get wet or dirty

Thank you for your support and let's get outside and play!!

The White Haven OPAL Team

White Haven Parenting and Family Literacy Centre

Parents of young children (ages 0-6 years of age) are invited to join us at our Parenting and Family Literacy Centre (PFLC).  We are located in room 100C and are open five days a week from 8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.  Please see below for more information about our program.

• The PFLC offers 20 hours of play based programming during the school year and is free to all families.
• The PFLC staff are committed to supporting transitions to Kindergarten and providing families with the resoures they need.
• The focus of the PFLC program is on the child and the family and building strong relationships between home and school.
• PFLC programming is closely aligned to the Kindergarten program. Children in the program learn through play, exploration and inquiry
• Staff in the PFLC work closely with community partners to ensure that families have access to information about early identification and interventions for children with special needs, housing, health, employment and newcomer services.

For more information please see the flyer below:

White Haven Parenting and Family Literacy Centre

A place for parents, grandparents, caregivers and babies – 6 year olds.

This FREE program is located in Room - 100A

Daily activities include family story and music time, art, sand and water play, gym time and a nutritious snack. Meet other parents, make connections, discuss issues relating to children and learn about your local school and other resources in the community. Families are welcome to join any time during program hours and participate in the many wonderful activities offered in the centre.

Time: 8:45 am to 12:45pm

For more information please call (416) 396-6645 or (416) 394-2104