Ready, Set, Learn is an initiative aimed at encouraging and supporting children’s early language and literacy skills.
Intended for families and their children (ages 3 to 5 years), Ready, Set, Learn is designed to foster positive connections among families, schools and early learning community partners.
Many elementary schools that enrol Kindergarten classes hold Ready, Set, Learn events in their schools or communities. These events provide a fun, family-oriented atmosphere with the intent of supporting children prepare for their transition to Kindergarten.
2025 Events
Children (ages 3 to 5 years) and their parent/guardian/caregiver within the North Vancouver community are invited to attend one of the North Vancouver School District's Ready, Set, Learn events this spring!
The theme for 2025 is Learn, Play, Connect - connecting to self, others, and land is integral to learning. The event will involve a variety of stations focused on learning through literacy and play that align with the Ministry of Education and Child Care's BC Early Learning Framework.
We are excited to meet you and your children at one of our Ready, Set, Learn events!
Ready, Set, Learn events are free to families and are funded by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care.
Schedule
Education Services Centre
(2121 Lonsdale Avenue) | April 9
| 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
| No RSVP needed |
| Cleveland Elementary | April 16
| 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | cleveland@sd44.ca
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| Westview Elementary | April 24 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
| 604.903.3840 or
westview@sd44.ca
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| Blueridge Elementary | April 30
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
| 604.903.3250 or
blueridge@sd44.ca
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Highlands Elementary
| April 30 | 10:50 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
| 604.903.3540
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| Brooksbank Elementary | May 1
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | 604.903.3280 or
brooksbank@sd44.ca |
| Canyon Heights Elementary | May 1
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
| canyonheights@sd44.ca
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Norgate Xwemélch’stn Elementary
| May 1
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
| 604.903.3680 or
norgate@sd44.ca
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| Cove Cliff Elementary | May 6
| 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
| 604.903.3420 or
bobrienkopacek@sd44.ca
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| Carisbrooke Elementary | May 9
| 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
| 604.903.3380 or
carisbrooke@sd44.ca
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Eastview Elementary
| May 15
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
| 604.903.3520 or
eastview@sd44.ca
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New to British Columbia?
B.C. Ministry of Education and Child Care's initiative called Strengthening Early Years to Kindergarten Transition has enabled North Vancouver School District to partner with North Shore Community Resources and other integral community partners to offer two additional events this spring to newcomer families with early learners. Please click on the link(s) to learn more and register below to attend the event(s)!
Understanding the Early Years in BC: Transition to Kindergarten
Newcomer parents/guardians are invited to a parent night to learn about the BC School System and how to support your child’s transition to Kindergarten in Canada. Please click here to find out more: 
Parent Night Poster.pdf
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 5:45pm - 7:00pm (Doors open at 5:30pm)
Location: Carson Graham Secondary
Who: Families who have recently moved to Canada with children up to 5 years of age
Register using this link (Register for Parent Night) by April 16th (Registration Extended to April 22 at noon). Child minding available for 4-5 year old children. Space is limited.
CONNECT WITH
Teddy Bear Picnic
All families, especially Newcomer families, are invited to attend a fun-filled event to support their eventual transition to Kindergarten! Please click here to find out more: Teddy Bear Picnic Poster 2025.pdf
Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
Time: 9:30 - 11:30am
Location: Heywood Park (near Capilano Mall)
Who: Children aged 3-5 years and their parents/guardians
Register using this link (Register for Teddy Bear Picnic) by May 5th. A gift bag will be given to the first 25 children whose parents/guardians register using the QR code and attend the picnic!
Please feel free to bring your own picnic basket of snacks, water bottles, picnic blanket, and dress for the weather! Event will proceed regardless of weather. Parking available at the park and at the mall.
Resources
Questions?
If you have questions about the Ready, Set, Learn initiative at the North Vancouver School District, please contact:
Jeeniece Chand
District Principal, Curriculum & Assessment (Elementary) and Early Learning
jchand@sd44.ca
