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You can now register for StrongStart online!

Register Today!

StrongStart is a free early learning program, funded by the Ministry of Education, for pre-school children 0 – 5 years old and their parents, grandparents or caregivers. Come to enjoy play time, free play, circle time with songs, stories and crafts provided during each session.  

StrongStart is a program that offers today’s families an opportunity to provide their young children with problem-solving skills and the social skills that will help them successfully manage in school or within the community.  The time participating in a StrongStart program is a wonderful way to begin introducing your child to your neighborhood school community. 

StrongStart runs on Wednesdays from 9:00 - 12:00 at Blewett School.  Entrance is at the gym door at the side of the school. 

Around the School district, Strong Start is offered at the following locations:

Monday – Redfish – 9am to 12 pm

Tuesday – South Nelson – 9am – 12pm

Wednesday – Blewett – 9 am – 12 pm

Thursday – Rosemont – 9am – 12pm

Friday – Hume – 9am – 12pm

For more information, please visit our Facebook page (link)

If you have difficulties registering your child, please contact Leanne at Rosemont Elementary.  Email:  clerical.roe@sd8.bc.ca  

For questions about the program feel free to email Jen at: nelsonstrongstart@kootenaykids.ca