Moppet is a September-to-June preschool program that operates from 9:10 AM to 2:30 PM.

Please note that Moppet does not offer full-year or full-day program options.

Our programs consist of a minimum of 2 Early Childhood Educators to 16 children. We often have additional enhanced staff or ECE students in our classroom during the year. All staff, whether full time or students, complete a valid vulnerable sector check before being a part of our classroom.

There are 16 children in the program. Our program consists of children from 2 to 4 years. 

No, “Parent Participating” does not mean you will attend the program with your child. As a co-operative preschool, Moppet families are each assigned a volunteer role to help ensure the preschool operates at its best. Some of these roles include committee work (such as the Social and Fundraising Committees), while others support the safety and upkeep of the classroom or help keep snacks and craft supplies stocked. Each role is valuable and important, contributing to the culture and community at Moppet.

Our Board members are also parents who have opted into these leadership roles. The Board is responsible for overseeing all business aspects of our preschool. Board members meet monthly via online calls to address any concerns that arise, provide updates on ongoing activities, and plan for future initiatives.

Board member terms run from July to July, meaning your role at Moppet begins during the summer and concludes when the new Board is appointed the following year.

Once accepted into the program, you will be invited to share which volunteer roles best suit your interests and strengths. Information about your assigned role will be provided prior to the start of the school year.

You can read more about all Moppet roles here.

All families interested in Moppet must apply through the Waterloo Region OneList. At the end of March, offers are first sent to current Moppet families, followed by Moppet alumni, and then other applicants on the waitlist. Our Registrar regularly reviews and updates the OneList throughout the school year in the event that a spot becomes available due to a family withdrawal.

Families are required to provide 4 weeks’ notice of withdrawal. Any fees within that notice period must be paid in full.

If you withdraw after February 28, you are required to pay for the remainder of the year; however, if your spot can be filled, you will be contacted regarding a refund.