Bright Beginnings

early intervention

Why it's important

Early intervention is important because it helps children build strong foundations for learning, communication, and social-emotional development during the most critical period of brain growth. In the early years, children’s brains are highly adaptable, meaning that the right support can make a lasting difference in how they learn, connect, and manage challenges.


Early intervention helps identify areas where a child may need extra support, such as speech, motor skills, or behaviour, and provides targeted strategies to strengthen those skills before gaps widen. By supporting development early, children gain confidence, independence, and readiness for school and everyday life, giving them the best possible start to reach their full potential.



Bright Beginnings

 

At Bright Beginnings, we understand that every child learns in their own way. Our program combines the science of early development with the joy of play to help children reach their fullest potential. The program is designed  by Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Early Childhood Educators, and Behaviour Analysts. Bright Beginnings offers families a supportive enrichment environment where children can build confidence, independence, and a love for learning that lasts.


Our enhanced preschool program designed to support each child’s unique development through play, exploration, and individualized attention. With small group ratios, children benefit from a richer environment for learning where their individual needs and strengths are supported every step of the way. Guided by trained interventionists, the program focuses on building early communication, social, fine motor, toilet training readiness, independence, self-help and school readiness skills. Families receive progress reports to track growth and celebrate milestones, ensuring goals are meaningful and developmentally appropriate.


Bright Beginnings offers an individualized approach to learning that helps children thrive while building confidence, independence, and a love for learning that lasts.


Eligibility Criteria


Ages: 2-4 years old

Program Structure: 1/2 day or full day

Diagnosis required: No


To be placed on waitlist and enroll for program, please email:


intake@creativetherapyassociates.ca


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Skill & Goal Areas

  • 1. Communication and Language

    • Expanding vocabulary and understanding simple directions
    • Encouraging imitation, turn-taking, and conversation skills
    • Supporting expressive language through play and daily routines

  • 2. Social and Emotional Development

    • Learning to share, take turns, and build friendships

    • Recognizing and expressing emotions appropriately

    • Developing self-regulation and coping strategies

  • 3. Fine Motor Skills

    • Strengthening hand-eye coordination and finger control
    • Practicing pre-writing, drawing, cutting, and grasping skills
    • Using tools like crayons, tongs, and puzzles

  • 4. Gross Motor Skills

    • Improving balance, coordination, and body awareness
    • Running, climbing, jumping, and navigating play structures safely
    • Participating in group games and physical play

  • 5. Cognitive and Early Learning

    • Building problem-solving and attention skills
    • Identifying colours, shapes, numbers, and letters
    • Engaging in pretend play and following routines

  • 6. Self-Help and Independence

    • Practicing dressing, washing hands, and feeding independently
    • Developing toilet training readiness and self-care routines
    • Building confidence in daily activities

  • 7. Sensory Processing and Regulation

    • Exploring textures, sounds, and movement safely
    • Learning to manage sensory input and stay calm and engaged
    • Participating in sensory-based play to support focus and comfort

How it works

  • 1. Is Bright Beginnings a daycare?

    No. Bright Beginnings is an enhanced preschool-style program designed to support your child’s individual development. While it follows a similar daily routine to a preschool, the focus is on targeted skill building, early intervention, and enrichment, not child care. The program offers low ratios to ensure each child receives individualized attention and support for their learning and growth.

  • 2. Is there a set number of sessions?

    Families can choose flexible scheduling options that best fit their needs. Some children attend a few times per week, while others participate more often for consistent learning opportunities. Frequency is determined based on your child’s goals and family availability. 

  • 3. What does the program focus on?

    Bright Beginnings supports growth in communication, social interaction, fine and gross motor skills, early academics, and self-help skills such as toilet training readiness and independence with routines.

  • 4. What does a “rich learning environment” mean?

    It means your child will experience a thoughtfully designed space that encourages exploration, curiosity, and independence. Every area from sensory play to art to small group learning is intentionally set up to support communication, motor, and social-emotional growth.

  • 5. What is play-based learning?

    Play is how children learn best. Through play, they practice communication, problem-solving, creativity, and cooperation. Our team uses structured and spontaneous play to teach new skills in a way that feels natural, joyful, and engaging.

  • 6. How do you make learning fun?

    We follow your child’s interests! Activities are hands-on and adapted to each child’s level, so learning feels exciting, not pressured. Songs, stories, art, and movement keep children motivated and curious.

  • 7. How are skills tracked and shared?

    Families receive regular updates and written progress reports. Interventionists track goals daily, so progress can be celebrated and strategies shared to reinforce learning at home.

How to enroll

To place your child on the waitlist, please complete a referral form. Once a space is available, we will reach out to schedule a centre tour & introduction meeting.


REFERRAL FORM HERE


For more information; please email:

intake@creativetherapyassociates.ca

Program Fee Structure

  • 1/2 day session- $50 per session
  • Full day session- $100 per day