Child Care Programs
We offer a number of child care options right at your neighbourhood Ottawa Catholic School. With licensed child care, before and after-school programs, or play-based drop-in programs for little ones, we have programs to support the needs of all families.
Before and after school child care is available at all but three of our elementary schools. The two types of programs offer similar care but are operated separately:
- Licensed before and after-school Extended Day Programs (EDP) are available in most of our schools. Costs and registration information are listed further below on this page.
- Licensed child care programs operated by the Ottawa Catholic Child Care Corporation (OCCCC) are available in several of our schools. These offer Kindergarten and school-age programs with flexible care options. Some programs also offer toddler and preschool programs. Registration for OCCCC programs is done through the City of Ottawa’s Child Care Registry and Waitlist.
See the list below to learn which child care program is offered at your child’s school.
School | Type of child care program |
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Assumption School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Chapel Hill Catholic School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Convent Glen Catholic School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Corpus Christi School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Divine Infant School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Dr. F.J. McDonald School | No school-age program at this time. |
Georges Vanier School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Good Shepherd School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Guardian Angels School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Baywood School Age Program |
Holy Cross School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Holy Family School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Holy Redeemer School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Holy Spirit School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Holy Spirit School Age Program |
Monsignor Paul Baxter School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Strandherd School Age Program |
Our Lady of Fatima School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Our Lady of Peace School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Lynwood Early Learning Centre |
Our Lady of Victory School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Our Lady of Wisdom School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Prince of Peace School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Heron Gate School Age Program |
St. Andrew School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Crestway Early Learning Centre |
St. Anne School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Emerald Meadows School Age Program |
St. Anthony School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Augustine School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Benedict School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Bernadette School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Fernbank Crossing Early Learning Centre |
St. Bernard School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Brigid School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Brother Andre School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Elmridge School Age Program |
St. Catherine School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Cecilia School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Clare School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Gardenway School Age Program |
St. Daniel School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Dominic School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Elizabeth School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Emily School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Chapman Mills Early Learning Centre |
St. Francis of Assisi School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - St. Francis of Assisi Early Learning Centre |
St. Gabriel School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Gemma School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. George School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Keyworth Early Learning Centre |
St. Gregory School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Isabel School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Marchwood Early Learning Centre |
St. Isidore School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. James School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Stonehaven Early Learning Centre |
St. Jerome School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Shoreline Early Learning Centre |
St. John Paul II School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. John the Apostle School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. John XXIII School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Juan Diego School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Flagstaff Early Learning Centre (opening January 2024) |
St. Kateri Tekawitha School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Leonard School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Luke School, Nepean | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Mountshannon School Age Program |
St. Luke School, Ottawa | No school-age program at this time. |
St. Marguerite d'Youville School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Martin de Porres School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Mary School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Michael School, Corkery | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Michael School, Fitzroy | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Michael School, Ottawa | No school-age program at this time. |
St. Monica School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Patrick School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Philip School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Rita School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Rose of Lima School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
St. Stephen School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Jackson Trails Early Learning Centre |
St. Theresa School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Portobello Early Learning Centre |
St. Thomas More School | Extended Day Program (EDP) |
Thomas D'Arcy McGee Catholic School | OCCCC Licensed Child Care - Beaconwood School Age Program |
Before and after-school Extended Day Program (EDP)
Our Extended Day Program offers your child a fun, safe, welcoming environment focusing on educational and recreational activities before and/or after school. Our daily programming may include arts & crafts, sports, and drama.
You can register your child in our morning, afternoon, or both programs for 2-5 consistent days a week.
On regular school days, our morning program operates from 7:00 am until regular school yard supervision begins. Our afternoon program starts following school dismissal until 6:00 pm. We will only operate on PD days and March Break if there is enough interest to warrant running the program, and in that case, our program runs from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Spaces are limited and fees for full days will be charged separately.
Lower child care fees through the CWELCC
Canada’s new CWELCC system looks to ensure that all families in Canada have access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care no matter where they are. Recently, the OCSB’s Extended Day Programs (EDP) joined the CWELCC. This means kindergarten families will begin to see:
- More affordable child care options
- Lower child care fees for eligible families
Our partners at the municipal, provincial and national levels have all shared more information on the subject. For information specific to the national Capital region you visit the City of Ottawa’s website.
Fee Table
Age | Morning | Afternoon | Morning & Afternoon | PD Days & March Break (where applicable) |
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Kindgergarten (supported by CWELCC) | $10.25 | $12.00 | $12.00 | $17.96 |
School-age | $10.25 | $13.25 | $23.50 | $38 |
Extended Day Program - Frequently Asked Questions
Had questions about our OCSB Extended Day Program? We’ve shared your most frequently asked questions on managing your child’s experience in EDP. Take a look at the Extended Day Program FAQ.
Extended Day Program Handbook
While you take time to make a choice, here is some information that will help make your child’s experience a positive one and to familiarize you with the program’s policies and goals. Download the Extended Day Program Handbook!
How to register for EDP
Children must first be registered at the school where the Extended Day Program is located. Complete a New Admission Request form to put your child’s name in our system for the Extended Day Program (EDP). After you complete this form, we will send you a confirmation email, but that does not mean your child is registered in EDP. We will contact you to complete the registration process once there is space for your child in the program. You will receive a second confirmation email when you’ve completed the registration process and your child has a spot in EDP. Once your child has a spot, there is a two-week waiting period before starting the program.
Current students and the EDP Parent Portal
If your child is currently registered in the Extended Day Program, you can use the EDP Parent Portal to update your personal information.
EarlyON Child and Family Centres
Our six EarlyON Child and Family Centres offer free programs for families and caregivers with children 0 to 6 years old.
Join us to:
- Learn and play with your child
- Connect with families in your community
- Access information, resources and referrals from early childhood professionals
- Discuss topics such as play-based learning, child development, school readiness, parenting and community services
We invite you to contact the EarlyON program of your choice via email or telephone to discuss the activities and programming at the EarlyON centre.
Summertime EarlyON Programming
Four of our six EarlyON programs will have various types of summer programming this summer. These activities may include virtual experiences, in-the-park opportunities, and or take-home activities.
EarlyON Summer Program Information
For specific program information, please contact one of the following four programs for further information.
- Charlemagne EarlyON Program: Contact Kelly Blais at charlemagne.earlyon@ocsb.ca
- Katimavik EarlyON Program: Contact Judy Karwowski at katimavik.earlyon@ocsb.ca
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel EarlyON Program: Contact Jennie Galbraith at ourlady.mountcarmel.earlyon@ocsb.ca
- St. Elizabeth EarlyON Program: Contact Corina Manasseri at elizabeth.earlyon@ocsb.ca
EarlyON Centre | EarlyON Location, Contact & Open Times |
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Divine Infant School | Address: 8100 Jeanne D’Arc Blvd Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Email: divine.infant.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
Prince of Peace School | Address: 1620 Heatherington Road Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Email: prince.peace.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School | Address: 675 Gardenvale Road Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Email: ourlady.mountcarmel.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
St. Elizabeth School | Address: 1366 Coldrey Avenue Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 8:45 am - 12:45 pm Email: elizabeth.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
Katimavik EarlyON Holy Trinity Catholic High School | Address: 180 Katimavik Road (entrance on McGibbon Drive) Hours of operation: Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 9:00 am - 12:30 pm | Tuesday, Thursday – 9:00 am - 12:30 pm, & 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm Email: katimavik.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
Charlmagne Early ON St. Peter High School | Address: 750 Charlemagne Boulevard Hours of operation: Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 9:00 am - 12:30 pm | Tuesday, Thursday – 9:00 am - 12:30 pm, & 1:15 pm - 3:15 pm Email: charlemagne.earlyon@ocsb.ca |
Contact Early Learning Services
Early Learning Services
Phone: 613-224-4455 Ext 2382
Fax: 613-225-9072
E-mail: Early.Learning@ocsb.ca