Creston Preschool Registration

Creston Registration - 2025-2026 (new)

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Welcome!

Creston Community Preschool, located in the Erickson Covenant Church, provides a faith-based, play-focused environment in the heart of a rural community. Children are supported in their spiritual, emotional, and cognitive development through hands-on indoor play and meaningful outdoor experiences. With plenty of time spent outside in the fresh Creston Valley air, children develop a strong sense of place and belonging. This community-minded preschool is dedicated to nurturing the whole child and laying a solid foundation for kindergarten and lifelong learning.

The following documents and fees are required with your enrollment:

- Copy of Birth Certificate

- Copy of Child's BC Health Card (front and back)

- Copy of Child's Immunization Records

- A recent photo of your Child.

- $100 Activity/School Supplies Fee (will be billed on your first month's invoice).

- A $25 non-refundable registration fee is required when submitting the registration form to ensure your preschool space is held.

If there are any files that you would like to submit with this online application, you will be able to upload these files during the application process.

If you have any questions about completing this form, we would love to hear from you. Email us at mmcmichael@kootenaypreschools.ca

Today's Date

MM slash DD slash YYYY

First Child Details

Legal First and Last Name(Required)

Legal First and Middle Name Legal Last Name

Preferred First and Last Name

Preferred First Name Preferred Last Name

Please describe any distinguishing characteristics of your child, i.e., height, weight, eye colour, hair colour.

Child Development Information

Please describe your child’s social, emotional, and physical development. What are your child’s strengths and areas where they may need extra support?

Has your child received any additional support or services in the community (e.g., speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc.)?

Has your child received a behavioural or developmental diagnosis, or are there any areas of curiosity or concern you would like us to be aware of?

Registration Year

School Year(Required)

Nelson Fee(Required)

Price:

Which days will your child attend?(Required)

Monday Mornings

Tuesday Mornings

Wednesday Mornings

Thursday Mornings

Full Day Mondays

Full Day Tuesdays

Full Day Wednesdays

Full Day Thursdays

Note: Children must be enrolled a minimum of two days a week.

*Final fees will be calculated and billed to families.*
$25.50/ enrolled full day(s) of choice
$18.58/enrolled half day(s) of choice

Additional Child Information

Date of Birth(Required)

MM slash DD slash YYYY

Gender(Required)

Citizenship(Required)

Aboriginal Ancestry(Required)

Yes

Please Select

Inuit

Metis

Non-Status

Status - Off Reserve

Status - On Reserve

Status Card #

Band of Origin

Status Card #

Band of Origin

Band of Residence

Medical Information

BC Medical Number

I don't have a medical Number

I don't have a BC Medical Number

Have you recently applied for a BC medical number?

Yes

Provide medical number from previous province

Are there any allergies or medical concerns?(Required)

Yes

Any allergies or Medical Concerns

Please fill out the Allergy Severity and/or the Medical Information form below and attach it with the rest of the documentation at the end of this form.
Medical Information
Allergy Severity Form

Will you be registering a second child?

Yes

Second Child Details

Name(Required)

Legal First and Middle Name Legal Last Name

Name

Preferred First Name Preferred Last Name

Please describe any distinguishing characteristics of your child, i.e., height, weight, eye colour, hair colour.

Child Development Information

Please describe your child’s social, emotional, and physical development. What are your child’s strengths and areas where they may need extra support?

Has your child received any additional support or services in the community (e.g., speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc.)?

Has your child received a behavioural or developmental diagnosis, or are there any areas of curiosity or concern you would like us to be aware of?

Registration Year

School Year(Required)

Nelson Fee(Required)

Price:

Which days will your child attend?

Monday Mornings

Tuesday Mornings

Wednesday Mornings

Thursday Mornings

Full Day Mondays

Full Day Tuesdays

Full Day Wednesdays

Full Day Thursdays

Note: Children must be enrolled a minimum of two days a week.

*Final fees will be calculated and billed to families.*
$25.50/ enrolled full day(s) of choice
$18.58/enrolled half day(s) of choice

Additional Child Information

Date of Birth(Required)

MM slash DD slash YYYY

Gender(Required)

Citizenship(Required)

Aboriginal Ancestry(Required)

Yes

Please Select

Inuit

Metis

Non-Status

Status - Off Reserve

Status - On Reserve

Status Card #

Band of Origin

Status Card #

Band of Origin

Band of Residence

Medical Information

BC Medical Number

No BC Care Card 2nd Child

I don't have a BC Medical Number

Have you recently applied for a BC medical number?

Yes

Provide medical number from previous province

Are there any allergies or medical concerns?

Yes

If yes, please explain

Please fill out the Allergy Severity and/or the Medical Information form below and attach it with the rest of the documentation at the end of this form.
Medical Information
Allergy Severity Form

Primary Contact Details

Primary First Name(Required)

Primary Last Name(Required)

Relationship to Child(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address City Province Postal Code

Primary Email(Required)

Primary Contact's Main Phone Number(Required)

Cell Phone

Landline

Please enter cell number(Required)

Please enter landline number(Required)

Primary Contact's Secondary Phone Number(Required)

Cell Phone

Landline

No Secondary Phone Number

Please enter cell phone number

Please enter landline number

Secondary Contact Details

First Name

Last Name

Relationship to Child

Same as primary

Same as Primary

Address(Required)

Street Address City Province Postal Code

Email(Required)

Secondary Contact's Main Phone Number(Required)

Cell Phone

Landline

Please enter cell number(Required)

Please enter landline number(Required)

Secondary Contact's Secondary Phone Number(Required)

Cell Phone

Landline

No Secondary Phone Number

Please enter cell phone number

Please enter landline number

Family Doctor

Provide family doctor's information

Family Doctor's Name Family Doctor's phone/email

Emergency Contact Person (Other Than Parent)

Emergency Same as First Child

Same as First Child

Name

First Last

Phone

Relationship to Child

What is Your Citizen Status In Canada?

Parent Citizen

Are You Currently A Resident of British Columbia?

Parent Resident of BC(Required)

Yes

Why no Resident

How Did You Hear About Us? (Optional)

Society Membership

Would you like to become a member of the Nelson Christian School Society?(Required)

Yes

Thank you for your willingness to support Nelson Christian School Society and to further Christian education across BC! There is a $25.00 membership fee which is payable by cheque. Cheques can be mailed or dropped off at 810 10th st. Nelson BC V1L 3C7. The Society Constitution and Bylaws are attached for your late night reading enjoyment!

Parental Permission

I permit Nelson Preschool staff to contact a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness if parent cannot be reached.(Required)

Yes

I permit my child's name and photo to be used in school publications (ie. school newsletters), both electronic and paper.(Required)

Yes

I permit my child to be included in any media coverage of a school event.(Required)

Yes

The following individuals have my permission to pick up my child(ren).

First Last

The following individuals have my permission to pick up my child(ren).

First Last

The following individuals have my permission to pick up my child(ren).

First Last

Agreement

I/We are willing to support the preschool, the decisions of the Nelson staff and the regulations passed by Interior Health Child Care Licensing.(Required)

Yes

Please type your full legal name to the above statement. Typed names suffice as handwritten signatures.(Required)

Fees and Absences

Kootenay Preschools endeavors to create a positive, safe and fair learning environment for children, families and staff. The following guidelines encourage structure and courtesy for everyone. If more information is required, or for unusual circumstances, please contact the accounting department at accounting@chekabc.ca for clarification.

Q1(Required)

Payment statements are issued at the start of your child's attendance. Fees that are not paid within 30 days may result in a forfeit of the child’s space in the program unless a repayment plan is negotiated with the accounting department of the Society.

Q2(Required)

In the event of my child's absence due to illness, play dates or weather, I understand I am still responsible for full payment unless 2 weeks advance notice is given.

Q3(Required)

Parents are asked to inform Kootenay Preschools if their child will be absent from their scheduled day due to illness, etc., as a common courtesy to staff and other families.

Q4(Required)

If there is a delay by parents picking up child(ren) after the agreed end time, a late charge of $5.00 per 5 minutes increment or part thereof will be charged on the next month's invoice.

Q5(Required)

Should the preschool need to close due to unforeseen circumstances such as poor weather, power outage, etc. no refunds will be offered.

Q6(Required)

Should the preschool need to close due to staff illness no refunds or credits will be issued for the first two consecutive days of closure. If the closure extends to a third day or longer, families will receive a credit starting on the third day. This credit will be reflected on the following month's invoice.

Q7(Required)

I agree to give thirty (30) days written notice when my child(ren) is being withdrawn from the program. An agreed upon fee of one month’s fee may be submitted in lieu of notice.

Q8(Required)

Kootenay Preschools agrees to hold your child’s space for a maximum of 2 weeks per year provided we have been given a minimum 2 weeks written notice. Please note that this includes, but is not limited to, absences due to vacations/holidays. If your child is away for longer than 2 weeks, their spot is not guaranteed and a re-enrollment fee of $25 will be charged.

Agreement

1(Required)

I confirm that I have read and understood the policies stated above

2(Required)

I acknowledge that I have read and understood the policies posted on the Kootenay Preschools website

I agree to comply with these policies, and I understand that my typed name below serves as my electronic signature and confirmation of agreement

Signature.(Required)

Covenant

Family Covenant(Required)

I will positively represent the preschool in my community.

I am committed to supporting the policies of Nelson Preschool.

I will support the ECE and the Program Administrator of Nelson Preschool.

Should any concerns arise, I will direct them to the ECE or Program Manager as soon as possible.

I agree to follow the Nelson Preschool guide to communication for resolving concerns. NCSS Guide to Communication

Please type your full legal name to the above statements. Typed names suffice as handwritten signatures.(Required)

Attached Files

Please attach supporting documentation to your application

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, docs, png, Max. file size: 2 MB, Max. files: 12.

Required Documents:

Birth Certificate
Immunization Record
BC Health Card (front and back)
Recent Photo of your child
Copy of Legal Parental Agreements (If Applicable)

If you are not ready to upload your files just yet, you can email the files to admissions@chekabc.ca.
Please note: Your registration will not be processed until all documents are received and registration fee is paid.

Reminder

Registration will be finalized when:

- All documentation has been received

- Registration fee(s) has been paid.

Fees

How will you be paying your one time activity fee and monthly preschool fees?(Required)

Pre Authorized Debit Withdrawal

Pre Authorized Credit Card Payment

Pre-Authorized Withdrawal

I give permission to use my previous banking info

I will provide updated banking info

Are you planning on applying for the B.C. Affordable Child Care Benefit?(Required)

Yes

Our accounting department will send you an FAQ page outlining best practices in applying for the Affordable Child Care Benefit. Please note, it is the sole responsibility of the family to complete this application. Funds will not be applied until the application is complete.

Please be prepared to make the initial monthly payment fee and the one time activity/school supplies fee of $100.
A non-refundable $25 registration fee is due now to ensure your space is held.

+ 3% credit card processing

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Total

How will you be paying for your registration fee(Required)

Credit Card

e-Transfer: email accounting@chekabc.ca password: school
Please indicate on e-Transfer students name and program for which fee is for.

Credit Card
Card Details
Cardholder Name