Ten simple, play-based invitations to help young children explore wildfire season through community helpers, animals, preparedness and imaginative play—without creating fear.

How we monitor wildfire smoke, adjust outdoor play, and protect indoor air quality for young children.

Discover how Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the BC Early Learning Framework shape your child’s development. Learn what to expect in Kamloops preschool classrooms and how the Early Learning Society blends the best of Reggio and ELF.

How we use positive guidance strategies to support children’s emotional regulation, problem-solving, collaboration, and personal growth matters. By fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment, we help children build confidence, empathy, and essential life skills, ensuring their development aligns with best practices and BC child care regulations.

The Early Learning Society of Kamloops is growing its connection with the Métis Education and Child Care Program to better support Métis children and families through subsidies, classroom inclusion, and cultural resources that reflect their identity and heritage.

Discover how shared meals foster connection, inclusion, and learning in early childhood. From exploring diverse cuisines to promoting responsibility and providing balanced nutrition, food becomes a powerful tool for building community and nurturing young minds.

Loose parts in early childhood education, including recycled items like cardboard and fabric scraps, foster creativity and learning. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, provocations and invitations to play encourage deep exploration and critical thinking. Thoughtfully selected materials support children's development in science, math, literacy, and social skills, enhancing their learning experiences.

Diversity is our super-power! With over 35 staff members from 10 countries and 18 languages spoken, we work to create a rich, inclusive learning environment. Celebrations like Chinese New Year, Persian New Year, and Indigenous Peoples Day bring diverse traditions to life, fostering empathy and respect. Our approach, rooted in the BC Early Learning Framework, helps nurture globally-minded children.

Discover how family engagement enhances a child's learning journey at ELS Kamloops. Explore the impact of connecting classroom experiences with home environments, fostering curiosity, cultural understanding, and lifelong learning through family involvement in early education.

The Early Learning Society of Kamloops celebrates diversity with a vibrant Nowruz event, introducing young children to Persian culture through interactive learning and family engagement. Children explored symbolic items, learned Persian words, and engaged with educators from Iran, enriching their understanding of cultural traditions and promoting inclusivity.