School Age Nature-Based
Discovery Program
Kicking Ponies
After-School Program
Schools done for the day! What better way for your child to spend 2 hours after school than wandering the hills, exploring the forest, and playing with friends in the fresh air! This After School Discovery Program follows the Alexander Park Elementary School (APES) calendar year and is offered on school days from September to June. Budding Minds Adventure Leads will pick your child up from Ecole la Confluence or APES at the end of the school day, venture up to Keith King Memorial Park to play and take part in some activities, and greet families at 5pm pick up time. A light snack will be provided for those hungry students after a good day of learning.
3pm- 5pm
Children ages 5-9
Monday to Thursday(school days only)
$22/day (snack included)
Can choose any combination of days from Monday to Thursday
Very flexible enrolment, do not have to commit to full school year
Fees will be divided into three invoices throughout the year based on how many days per week your child is enrolled for.
Pro-D, Winter Break, and Spring Break Discovery Days
When school’s out of session for professional development, winter break and spring break, have your child join us for a full day of fun to play with their friends, explore the forest, and take on some cool outdoor projects!
9am- 4pm
Children ages 5-9
$50/day
Drop off and pick up at Keith King
Dates (can sign up for one, all or any combination of days):
Monday, September 21, 2026
Monday, November 30, 2026
Monday, December 21, 2026
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Monday, December 28, 2026
Tuesday, December 29, 2026
Monday, January 25, 2027
Tuesday, February 16, 2027
March 15 - 19, 2027
March 22 - 25, 2027
Monday, April 26, 2027
“Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”
— Jimmy Carter