Preschool and Children's Programs
Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture offers a variety of programs for preschool, for children and for youth. These programs vary from weekly lessons, one-day classes, or registered programs. If you’re interested in arts, sports, music, dance, engineering, parent and tot classes, or youth programs, we have something for you!
Oak Bay Families’ Resource Program
A Free Community Drop-in (starts again January 13, 2025)
This drop-in program is for caregivers and babies and toddlers up to five years to enjoy free play, snack and activities with each other.
Drop-in space is limited so arrive on time to not be disappointed.
Mondays, 10:30–12:00pm (Does not run on Pro-D Days, Stat holidays or Spring and Summer Break).
Located in the Rainforest Room at the Neighbourhood Learning Centre, 2121 Cadboro Bay Rd (attached to Oak Bay High School).
In partnership with Fernwood NRG and the Provincial Government of BC.
Parents, bring your tots to play, sing, explore, and experiment in the gym with our toys and equipment. The gym includes: loads of toys, structures to climb, sports equipment, ride-on toys, and of course, the bouncy castle! Circle time with action songs and rhymes conclude each day's class.
The program is for ages 6 months - 5 years.
Registered programs run on Tuesday and Thursdays for one hour sessions between 9:00-11:15am. Please register online for this program.
Online sign-up is available 24 hours in advance.
• Mobile, participating siblings must pay admissions.
• Children must be supervised by their caregivers for this program.