Resources for current families (updated May 2024)
How to connect with the Centre
If you are a currently enrolled family and have questions about fees or your care contract, please contact 403-607-1880 or e-mail admissions@aspenhillmontessori.ca​ .
To report an absence or late, please e-mail absent@aspenhillmontessori.ca or phone your child's campus: Christie (403-454-9292) or Strathcona (403-455-3133)
To reach the campus that your child attends:
Christie (403-454-9292) or Strathcona (403-455-3133).
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To access DailyConnect, the mobile app we use to connect with photos and updates on your child's progress, download via your phone provider's app store. The e-mail that you use to receive Centre communications will be your login. If you need help to access the app, please mail office@aspenhillmontessori.ca.
Do you have questions about your child's day? E-mail office@aspenhillmontessori.ca, or phone your child's campus, and an administrator will assist in securing answers via the teaching team.
Subsidy and Affordability Grant
The Affordability Grant is a temporary program administered by the Province of Alberta, with the intent to decrease childcare fees paid by parents. To learn more about the program, visit https://www.alberta.ca/federal-provincial-child-care-agreement.aspx . This program may end at any time, and is largely dependant on the Provincial and Federal government parties in power.
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Childcare Subsidy is a program operated by the Province of Alberta, and is designed to assist target income families with childcare costs. You must apply for this program through the Province, and special rules to qualify apply. Learn more at https://www.alberta.ca/child-care-subsidy.aspx.
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We have prepared a summary of both Childcare Subsidy and the Affordability Grant; this may assist - download here. (current as of March 2023) Please note, this guide is provided as reference only, and is not considered official information.
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Questions about the Affordability Grant and Childcare Subsidy as they apply to Aspen Hill Montessori can be sent to funding@aspenhillmontessori.ca for fastest response.
Core Centre documents: Nido
These documents should be read carefully by all families before attending our Centre, and reviewed regularly throughout the year.​
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Outdoor Clothing Kit List (as of December 2023)
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Nido-specific policies (as of Aug. 11 2023)
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In case of discrepancy between these policies and the website content, the website content facing the public will take precedence.
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Core Centre documents: All levels
These documents should be read carefully by all families before attending our Centre, and reviewed regularly throughout the year.​
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Preparing to Attend Care (as of Aug. 10 2023)
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Confident Goodbye (as of Aug. 10 2023)
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Outdoor Clothing Kit List (as of Feb. 20 2023)
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Tips for Toilet Learning (as of Oct. 3 2023)
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Toileting Independently for children new to Casa
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2023-2024 calendar (as of May 2024)
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Summer 2024 calendar (as of May 2024)
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2024-2025 calendar (as of May 2024)
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Current Centre policies (as of Feb. 21 2024)
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Sibling guide (as of Dec. 3 2023)
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In case of discrepancy between these policies and the website content, the website content facing the public will take precedence.
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Our YouTube channel features orientation videos for past and current seasons, and is a good resource of information as well.
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School communications
Please ensure that you are receiving and read our Centre e-mails. We use Constant Contact for distribution; we recommend signing up with a GMail, Yahoo or corporate account to help avoid mails going to junk. We can see who is opening and reading their mails, so if you are not sure if you are receiving everything, please ask and we can check for you.
If you need to sign up for a mailing list, please contact office@aspenhillmontessori.ca and advise of your child's name, ID, and campus.
Uniforms and labels
All children are required to have labelled shoes , lunch bags, water bottles, and uniform clothing to prevent lost items. Order high-quality personalized labels to identify your student's uniform pieces! Our partners, Loveable Labels and Oliver's Labels can be accessed at www.AspenHill.lovablelabels.ca
or at https://www.oliverslabels.com/aspenhillyyc
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Download uniform guidelines for Nido children (as of July 23 2023)
Download uniform package for Bambini and Casa children (2024-2025 season)
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Uniforms for Bambini through Kindergarten levels are purchased through Elegant Design and Clothing Manufacturing Inc. in Calgary. Appointments are required for fittings, please contact them at 403-250-8747 or through info@elegantinc.ca.
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Download the order form for uniforms (as of May 2024)
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Elegant Designs Uniform Shop
11 – 1420 40th Avenue, Northeast
Monday – Friday – 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday – Closed
(403) 250-8747
Speaking with teachers or administration
Pre-booking conversations via phone or e-mail is essential as we have many families and want to ensure we can focus on your needs. If you would like to chat with your child's teaching team, please book an appointment at least three business days in advance through office@aspenhillmontessori.ca. Drop-in visits may not be able to be accommodated as our full attention must remain on the children. Thanks for your understanding!
Dropping off payments
Any staff member who answers the door is able to accept your payment for fees. It is essential that all fees arrive with:
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child's name and student ID clearly marked on the cheque or on a sealed envelop
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correct amount on the cheque - teachers cannot provide information on fees owing
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a note stating what the fees are for and who to contact if there are questions
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Fees that arrive unmarked may be refused by the teachers. We strongly recommend NOT using cash to pay your fees, as tracking cash can be difficult as a business.
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Please be assured that all payments are received by the office. If you would like confirmation, simply send an e-mail to admissions@aspenhillmontessori.ca .
Tax receipts
Tax receipts must be requested between January 6 - April 30, and will be issued 4 weeks from the date requested. Please plan ahead as we cannot accommodate rush requests for receipts. Backdated receipts previous to the 2021 tax year may take additional time to produce. Receipts requested beyond April 30th may take 2-3 weeks to produce.
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If you have questions about tax receipts, you can contact our accounting team at tax@aspenhillmontessori.ca between
January 1 and April 30th each year. Outside of this time, please write the Office at office@aspenhillmontessori.ca. Please note, teachers and administrators at the Centre cannot provide information on tax receipts.
Community resources / partners
These community partners work closely with Aspen Hill Montessori to provide our programs! Look to them for resources to support your growing learner.
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Alive Danceworks
Discover the inner dancer in your child with high-quality sessional and recreational dance programs for all ages. You don't have to be a competitive dancer to enjoy movement, music and fun. Visit them today for more information:
#401 722 85 Street SW
Affinity Psychology and Paediatric Counselling
You don't need to have a diagnosed issue to visit with our therapists - everyone can benefit from listening ear and supportive conversations. Child-focused, non-clinical environment specializing in making you feel at home. Complete support for families and children from learning assessments to individual therapy.
Conveniently located in Marda Loop.
Hannah Mancuso
403-244-9616
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Aspen Paediatric Speech and Language
Michelle Thompson is a trained speech expert who can help your young learner through early developmental stumbles around pronunciation and clarity.
michelle@aspenpediatricspeech.com
403-863-3074
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Colour Me Mine Aspen Landing
Enjoy quality time with your family and come out with a custom creation and memories. A supporter of many of our craft projects, Colour Me Mine is a great getaway for any age. Visit them at:
115, 333 Aspen Glen Landing, Southwest
Monday – Saturday – 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday – 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
(403) 984-4386
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Jumping Jellies Physical Education
Jumping Jellies offers physical education programs
at schools, summer camps, Mommy and Me classes,
as well as birthday parties for children. To learn
more, e-mail marina@jumpingjellies.ca
Kate Ryan / Circus Kasai
Hula hoop artist and humanitarian,
Kate Ryan has high "hoops" of making
people laugh. A world-renowned circus
artist and entertainer, Kate has performed,
toured and trained in ten different
countries. Her client resume includes
Cirque du Soleil, Le Cirque de
la Nuit, Party like Gatsby Speakeasy EU
and Cartoon Network: resident artist.
She has performed on the prestigious
TedX stage and her work as an entertainer and humanitarian has been featured in magazines such as L'oreal Vietnam (Spark Circus).
She accepts private and corporate bookings depending on her busy schedule! https://www.kateryan.ca/
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KP School Photography
KP School Photography
is based out of the Aspen area. Operated
by the same team that used to run
Kids Photo in Market Mall, this skilled
photography group offers high quality studio photography for our
students and staff. Learn more about their services at
https://kpschoolphotography.com/
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LEAD Foundation
A non-profit registered charity, the LEAD Foundation offers in-home and in-school supports for families of children with moderate to severe developmental, speech, and / or learning delays. Their experienced teams work with children and their caregivers to help children develop the best possible language, social, play, and motor skills. For more information on their supports, visit www.leadfoundation.ca, or contact 403- 270- 7912 or admin@leadfoundation.ca.
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Little Footprints
Little Footprints is a family run boutique specializing in developmentally conducive children’s footwear. Not only do they carry Calgary’s biggest selection of fashionable footwear in all sizes from newborn to Youth size 7 (including half sizes), they also ensure that your child is custom fit with a shoe he/she can walk and run well in. We highly recommend purchasing your school shoes from them!
131, 333 Aspen Glen Landing SW
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10AM - 6PM
Thursday 10AM - 7PM
Saturday 10AM - 5PM
http://www.littlefootprints.ca/
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Quest Theatre
Quest Theatre nurtures young people through
exceptional adventures in theatre. This theatre
company based in Calgary has been performing all
over Alberta since 1984. Since its inception, the company
has toured 100 productions and reached over 1.3 million
young people, teachers and families.
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Ruth Alexander Real Estate
Ruth Alexander is a creatively-driven Realtor®, Social Media Strategist, passionate marketer, event visionary, and branding expert. Ruth has built an extensive network and has catapulted her career into REAL ESTATE with Coldwell Banker Mountain Central. Ruth is also a member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. She is a member of the Aspen Hill Advisory Board Committee and an ardent supporter of the School.
http://www.ruthalexanderhomes.com/
Summer program 2025
Commitment to year-round learning (having your child attend care in July and August) is put forth to parents in early February 2024. Please watch for announcements and deadlines via e-mail. The program sells out early, so respond as noted to ensure your space is reserved.