Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Preschool Programs in Thornhill for Ages 18 Months to 6 Years
Thornhill Nursery & Kindergrtn has been a trusted leader in early childhood education since 1956. Our non-profit institution combines student-led exploration with teacher-led academic activities, creating a balanced foundation for primary school and lifelong learning. With low child-to-teacher ratios and a curriculum designed by Registered Early Childhood Educators, we prioritize individualized attention to foster academic readiness, social development, and emotional regulation.Our team maintains rigorous professional standards through ongoing training and certifications in first aid, CPR, and child development. We cultivate kindness, empathy, and creativity through hands-on experiences while maintaining partnerships with families to enrich educational outcomes. Our facility features bright classrooms and a secure outdoor playground, serving children aged 18 months to 6 years in Thornhill and surrounding areas.
Services
Pre-Nursery Program
Nursery Program
JK/SK Programs
Summer Camp
Extended Care
French Instruction
Handwriting Without Tears
Outdoor Play Activities
Field Trips
Parent Conferences
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer 68 years of experience in early childhood education since 1956
- Low child-to-teacher ratios (5:1 in Pre-Nursery, 8:1 in Nursery/JK/SK)
- Curriculum designed by Registered Early Childhood Educators with French instruction
- Daily outdoor play and indoor gross motor activities in secure environments
- Ongoing staff professional development with current health and safety certifications
What people say
Loving nurturing environment
Outstanding academic program
Small class sizes
Dedicated staff
Positive social development
Services
Pre-Nursery Program
Our Pre-Nursery Program serves children aged 18-30 months with a 5:1 child-to-teacher ratio. Certified educators implement structured play-based learning while supporting individual developmental needs. Daily activities include sensory exploration, fine motor development, and introductory French language exposure.
Nursery Program
Designed for 2.5-4 year olds with 8:1 staff ratios, this program combines teacher-led instruction with free play opportunities. Curriculum includes calendar activities, music, French language basics, and self-help skill development in a theme-based learning environment.
JK/SK Programs
Five-day JK/SK programs prepare children for primary education through balanced literacy and math instruction. Specialized methods like Handwriting Without Tears develop writing proficiency while field trips and science units enhance practical learning experiences.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp operates July-August for children aged 18 months-6 years. Activities include arts & crafts, water play, sports, and themed days with structured learning opportunities. Flexible scheduling options accommodate varying family needs with extended care available.
Extended Care
We offer supervised care from 7:30-9:00 AM and 3:00-6:00 PM daily. This service supports working families while maintaining continuity of care before and after regular program hours through structured activities and supervision.
People
Ms. Bella Steinberg-Sinukoff
Director
With 20+ years teaching kindergarten experience, Ms. Steinberg-Sinukoff holds education degrees and ECE certification. She specializes in French language instruction and individualized learning approaches for early childhood development.
Ms. Tina Rojas
Registered Early Childhood Educator
A George Brown College graduate with five years' experience, Ms. Rojas creates dynamic play-based curricula. She focuses on inclusive environments and holds current food handler certification while implementing developmental programming.
Mrs. Ellen Jun
Registered Early Childhood Educator
With 14+ years teaching experience, Mrs. Jun develops play-based curricula aligned with children's developmental needs. She maintains ongoing parent communication to support individual learning requirements and classroom success.
Ms. Diana Habekost
Teaching Assistant
Having served since 2013, Ms. Habekost brings decade-plus experience in early childhood education. Certified in food handling, she prepares nutritious meals while supporting creativity development and social respect instruction.
Mrs. Audrey Hellreich
Registered Early Childhood Educator
With 30+ years' experience, Mrs. Hellreich specializes in kindergarten education. She develops diverse programs addressing individual needs while promoting academic readiness through literacy-focused activities and structured learning environments.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We accept children aged 18 months to 6 years for Pre-Nursery through SK programs.
Are meals provided?
Morning snacks and lunches provided for full-day nursery students; kindergarten students bring meals from home.
What are your operating hours?
Programs run 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (half-day) or 9:00 AM-3:00/4:00 PM (full-day) with extended care options.
Do you offer summer programs?
Our summer camp operates July-August with flexible scheduling options for children aged 18 months-6 years.
What curriculum do you use?
We implement play-based learning combined with teacher-led activities, including French instruction and Handwriting Without Tears methodology.
How do you handle special needs?
Our low ratios allow individualized attention; staff work with families to implement personalized strategies for developmental needs.
