What We Offer

What We Offer

Daily Outdoor Classroom: Children spend a large amount of their day outdoors, rain or shine, engaging with the changing seasons. Our natural play spaces include gardens, wooded areas, sand and mud play zones, and diverse terrain that encourages exploration and imaginative play. Our playgrounds incorporate all of the elements of our nature program in a safe and secure manner.

Emergent Curriculum

Our educators observe and respond to each child’s curiosity. Whether it’s investigating bugs, planting seedlings, or going on nature hikes, lessons emerge organically from children’s questions and discoveries, fostering a love for learning.

Hands-On Learning

Using natural and loose materials—sticks, stones, pinecones, leaves, water, and soil—children develop problem-solving, coordination, and creative thinking skills through open-ended play.

Social and Emotional 
Growth

Through group activities, cooperative play, and guided risk-taking, children strengthen communication, collaboration, self-esteem, and resilience.

Environmental Stewardship:
By interacting directly with flora and fauna, children cultivate respect for the environment and learn to care for living things and natural habitats.

Learn More About the Apple Tree Pre-school King Campus

How to contact us

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm

Address: 13990 Dufferin St, King City, ON  @ Seneca College King Campus

Phone: 905-539-9555

Email: info@theappletreepreschoolking.com

Whar are the program hours

Program Hours:

Nursery School: Monday to Friday; 9am to 1130 am

Kindergarten Readiness Program (KRP): Monday to Friday; 9am to 2pm

Fulltime: Core hours; 8am to 5pm or 9am to 6pm, extended hour option to extend to 7am to 6pm

What makes The Apple Tree Preschool King Campus different from other preschools?

Our program is built around a nature-based learning environment, where children explore, play, and discover outdoors every day. This approach supports physical, emotional, and cognitive development while fostering a lifelong connection to nature.

What age groups do you accept?

We offer programs for children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age, with flexible scheduling options to support a variety of family needs.

Ages servicing: infant to 6 years old

Ages by category:

  • Infant – 6 weeks to 18 months
  • Toddler – 18 months to 2.5 years
  • Preschool – 2.5 years to 6 years old
  • Kindergarten – 4-5 years old
Is your preschool licensed?

Yes, The Apple Tree Preschool King Campus is a fully licensed childcare program, meeting Ontario’s standards for safety, education, and care.

What type of curriculum do you follow?

Our curriculum is play-based and child-led, aligned with Ontario’s early learning framework. We focus on creativity, exploration, and hands-on experiences—particularly through outdoor learning—to support well-rounded development.

How do you keep parents informed about their child’s day?

We provide daily communication and feedback, keeping parents updated on their child’s activities, development, meals, and overall experience. This ensures you remain connected and engaged in your child’s learning journey.

How can I register or book a tour?

You can register online or contact the campus directly to arrange a tour. We encourage families to visit, experience the environment firsthand, and see how our program supports early learning through nature.