Early Childhood Services: Pre-K and Kindergarten Programming
Registration for 2025/2026 School Year:
Edmonton: FULL (Please contact our Family/School Coordinator(s) for program and waitlist information)
Calgary: Accepting applications please contact our Family/School Coordinator(s) for eligibility and application information.
CFASA is an independent Early Childhood Services (ECS) provider. We offer specialized Pre-K and Kindergarten Programming. Our program is funded by Alberta Education’s Program Unit Funding (PUF). PUF is a grant for children with developmental disabilities needing additional support beyond regular ECS programs available in the community. More information about Alberta Education’s PUF can be found HERE.
CFASA’s onsite program is designed for children identified as Autistic (or query), or those who need a high level of support in their speech and language development at school.
Eligibility is dependent on numerous factors which we would be happy to discuss with you prior to applying.
Age Requirement: Children between 2 years 8 months and 5 years 11 months of age as of September 1 of their application year.
Fees: No fees, funded by Alberta Education Program Unit Funding.
Funding can be provided for up to a maximum of three years.
Our Program:
Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classrooms focus on familiarizing your child with the school environment, routines, and engagement with peers. Our goal is to prepare your child to attend Kindergarten or Grade 1 in your community neighbourhood school. Our program focus is to create nurturing and supportive learning environments that celebrate each child’s strengths and individuality. Our programming is based on:
- Alberta Education Curriculum
- Evidence-based naturalistic developmental behavioural approaches
- Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices
Classes combine play-based and structured activities to enhance school readiness. School readiness goals are tailored to each child’s pace and needs. Daily routines include learning experiences in academics, communication, socialization, motor skills, and self-help skills.
In the Classroom:
- 3 focused learning hours, Monday to Thursday (no school on Fridays).
- AM Class: 8:45-11:45
- PM Class: 12:45-3:45
- Certified teachers and highly trained educational assistants in each classroom.
- Access to weekly Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) and Occupational Therapy (OT) support.
- Coordinated services for home and school-based support (if applicable).
- For example, if your child is receiving Specialized Services at CFASA, we will coordinate with your home team simplifying communication and ensuring consistency.
- Small class sizes (10-12 students).
- Transportation is available but not guaranteed.
Classroom Locations, Times, and Contact Information:
We have onsite Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten in both Edmonton and Calgary.
Edmonton Location: #1, 9353 50 Street NW Edmonton, AB T6B 2L5
Calgary Location: #225, 3510 29th Street NE Calgary, AB T1Y 5W4
Interested in our program and want more information about eligibility and registration?
Contact Edmonton:
Family/ School Coordinator: Corinne Bebee
Email: puf@centreforautismab.ca
Phone (Edmonton): 587 643 8018
Contact Calgary:
Family/ School Coordinator: Meylin Rodriguez
Email: pufcalgary@centreforautismab.ca
Phone (Calgary): 403 888 3101
