The objectives of the Organization for Parent Participation in Childcare and Education, Ontario are...

• To strengthen relationships with members.
• To provide easy access and convenience in delivery of our product/services.
• To establish strong links with the childcare community.
• To establish long-term relationships with co-operative childcare centres without area councils.
• To establish an active role in indentifying future critical issues and determining a focus in advocacy.
• To facilitate opportunities for networking.

What will you gain from a Preschool?

• Support during child rearing and an opportunity to meet other parents.
• Time to observe your child and other children in a group setting.
• Practical ideas for helping your child at home and in other non-school settings.
• Access to experts on child development and parent education workshops and meetings.
• A say in decision making and a vote on polices for the centre.
• A chance to contribute your existing ablilities and develop new ones.

What will your child gain from a Preschool?

• The experience of having parent and child mutually sharing and participating in activities.
• A time to watch and play with other children.
• An opportunity to experiment physically and intellectually in a place specifically designed and equiped for young children.
• An atmosphere in which curiosity and creativity are encouraged.
• An opportunity to function both as an individual and as a member of a group.