12 Months - 6 Years
West 85th Currently Has A Waitlist
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West 85th Campus
Large Outdoor Playground
To increase children’s imagination and sense of wonder, at West 85 we provide a large outdoor play area that will cater to their positive interaction with nature. In this play space, you will find natural materials that will offer children a different sensory experience. Not only will this expand on a child’s relationship with nature but the large space will allow them to build independence as they begin to experiment with safe playing distances away from caretakers.
Spacious Movement Area
Fueling Brains Academy models healthy living and that includes getting daily physical activity. For rainy or cold days, children will be spending some time in the Movement room to stay active. In this room, the class will be guided by a Movement teacher to run our Movement Program. The movement teacher will engage the children in purposeful play to help build on a child’s physical ability, such as gross motor skills, kicking, aiming, balancing, throwing etc.
Distinct Curriculum Rooms
At West 85, there are two distinct classrooms. Our Right Brain room is a Reggio philosophy inspired room which allows children to build and expand on their creativity and imagination. In this room, you will find lots of natural and beautiful materials for children to play with. Our Left Brain room is a Montessori philosophy inspired room. In this room, children will learn grace and courtesy and practical life skills.
Other Fueling Brains Academy Locations
Saskatoon Campus
Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Walden Campus
Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Strathmore Campus
Contact Info
CALL: 403-983-2020Opening Hours
- Monday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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New Brighton CAMPUS
Contact Info
CALL: 587-356-3803Opening Hours
- Monday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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MCKNIGHT CAMPUS
Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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CENTENNIAL CAMPUS
Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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BRIDGELAND CAMPUS
Contact Info
CALL: 403-457-9810Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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BRAESIDE CAMPUS
Opening Hours
- Monday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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the team
Campus Leadership
Raghda Abouelfetouh
Junior Preschool Centre Director
Raghda Abouelfetouh is a polyglot teacher who has worked in the childcare field for 11 years before officially joining the Fueling Brains Academy Family in 2020 at West 85th as Junior Left Brain Lead Teacher. She got her Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, but she found her passion in Early Childhood Education, due to her strong view of children being mighty learners and citizens. She then completed her Montessori Diploma for Casa and Montessori Bambini course to become an extremely knowledgeable Left Brain educator. As a beloved member of the FBA West 85th team, Raghda has recently taken over the role of Junior Preschool Centre Director. In her spare time, Raghda loves to read, write and explore new adventures with her three children.
Tara MacCormack
Centre Director
Tara MacCormack has worked in the childcare sector for over 30 years with various ages including pre-k up to school-aged. Throughout her career, Tara’s driving force is working with children and their families to provide a childcare setting that is a home away from home. In addition to her diploma in Early Childhood Education, Tara also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. In her role as Centre Director at FBA West 85th, Tara brings a nurturing presence and a growth mindset to the campus. In her spare time, Tara likes to keep active, and spend time with her two teenage children and two mini golden doodles.
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- Monday / May 24, 2021
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Victoria Day Campus Closed
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Graduation Presentation (Preschool and Kindergarten only) More info to come later. Additional days may be added
- Thursday / July 1, 2021
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- Friday / July 9, 2021
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- Monday / August 2, 2021
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- Friday / August 20, 2021
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Professional Development Day (all campuses) Campus Closed
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New Brighton CampusMon - Fri
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