What is the Before and After Program (BAP)?
BAP is a program offered to children in Pre-primary to grade 6 that takes place in the period before school and a period after school. Times for the program will be finalized in the month of August based on demand.

Where will BAP take place?
BAP will be run out of the St. Mary’s Kids First room in Memorial place at St. Mary’s Education Centre/Academy but participants will spend a large portion of the program in outdoor spaces.

Is there a cost to the Before and After Care Program?
Yes, BAP will cost $3.75 per child for before school and $7.50 per child for after school. This cost includes the Canada wide fee reduction initiative. For both time periods, the total would be $11.25 per child. Eligible families can also apply for the Nova Scotia Child Care Subsidy for additional financial support. 

Register a child for the Before and After Program using our online form here.

For further information, please see our Commonly Asked Questions document or call 902-522-2598 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

For all BAP documents and forms, visit the following link:

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