Education and Child Care

Two different types of funding are available to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Preschool autism funding is available to help parents and licensed early childhood centres to hire an Autism Assistant for children receiving Intensive...

Autism services are offered to preschool and school-age children and youth in Prince Edward Island. Early Years Autism Specialists provide services to young children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders before entering school. An integrated...

Best Start is a voluntary in-home visiting program for families who face challenges and can benefit from additional support during a child's first three years. Public health nurses screen all newborns and their families across Prince Edward Island...

The experiences children have early in life have a direct impact on their overall growth, development and well-being. The Province of Prince Edward Island is committed to supporting children and families in the early years. Find an early childhood...

The Government of Canada will provide Prince Edward Island with nearly $121.3 million over the next five years (2021-2026) to expand and improve upon the high quality, flexible, publicly-managed early learning and child care system. This includes a...

Family Resource Centres offer programs and resources for children and families. These include parent education and support groups, parent resources, prenatal nutrition programs, drop-in play, toy-lending libraries, and outreach for smaller Island...

Parents can use the Early Learning and Child Care Registry to find after-school care. Once you’re on the site, select 'School Aged Centres' and your location. The program will show you a list of centres on the map that match your needs. Visit the...

Tips & Tricks for Home Learning through play is natural for children. Playtime with your child can be a relaxing time for both of you, full of fun and curiosity. Learning can be the same! When you teach through play, there are no lesson plans or...

The Child Care Subsidy Program assists Islanders with the cost of child care and daycare services for children up to and including 12 year-olds. Eligibility Assistance is available for Islanders who are working, attending school or at home -...

The PEI Early Learning and Child Care Registry provides parents and guardians with an easy way to search and sign up for early learning programs and child care on Prince Edward Island. To maximize your chances of accessing a program in the time frame...

As of July 1, 2021, the PEI School Food Program has transitioned to a new non-profit organization- PEI School Food Program Inc. Information about the program can be found at www.peischoolfood.ca or by contacting 902-380-FOOD (3663) or info...

Research shows that children with education savings are more likely to go pursue post-secondary education. A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) can help you save for your child’s education. An RESP is an education savings account registered...

The universal pre-kindergarten program is an optional play-based program for all Island four-year-old children. There are no parent fees for the core program which offers 15 hours a week from licensed early childhood centres. Pre-kindergarten...