‘Smooth’ transition goal of Kindergarten Open Houses in Burlington, Oakville, Milton

Beginning school is a big step for children and their parents and the Halton District School Board (HDSB) is holding a series of open houses to make the transition as “smooth as possible.”

This October and November, HDSB will be hosting Calling All Three-year-olds. The Kindergarten Open Houses will be held in Acton, Georgetown, Milton, Burlington, and Oakville.

“To answer any questions families may have and help future students feel comfortable and confident as they start their educational journey,” said HDSB.

The Open Houses will provide a welcome space for children and their families to help them familiarize themselves with the school environment and get set for this new experience.

At the Open House, students and parents/guardians will:

• Explore Kindergarten classrooms
• Learn more about play-based inquiry learning
• Pick up information, a free children’s book and a tote bag
• Access information from community partners in Halton
• Receive information about before and after school care
• Connect with HDSB staff

Future students and their families are invited to attend any of the following Kindergarten Open Houses, to be held between 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

• Acton: Tuesday, Oct. 1 – McKenzie-Smith Bennett Public School (69 Acton Boulevard)
• Georgetown: Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Silver Creek Public School (170 Eaton Street)
• Milton: Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Viola Desmond Public School (1450 Leger Way)
• Burlington: Tuesday, Nov. 12 – John William Boich Public School (2474 Sutton Drive)
• Oakville: Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Post’s Corners Public School (2220 Caldwell Drive)

Registration for Kindergarten begins in January 2025 and will be conducted in-person or by completing the online pre-registration form on the HDSB website (hdsb.ca). Children born in 2021 can start Kindergarten in September 2025.

To get a look at how the Open House will help prepare families and future students, view this this video.

Parents/guardians can learn more by visiting the Kindergarten webpage on the HDSB website.