These are critical times to engage children in play as a way to foster a sense of well-being and belonging, enabling young people to develop essential life skills, build positive relationships, and reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.
At BGC, we have before and after school program options that may meet your child’s needs.
Licensed Before & After School Programs
Before and After School Programs provide play experiences that enhance the development of the whole child. These programs offer a snack, often children choices of what they want to play, and encourage children to explore and discover their world in a safe, nurturing environment.
These programs are for children from JK to age 12. Full-time care is available on P.A. days and school breaks. Children must be enrolled at the school to receive a spot in before and after school programs. More information, including cost, can be found in the parent handbook.
Program Locations
Parkdale School
139 Parkdale Ave. North
Hamilton, ON L8H 5X3
905-549-2814 ext.204
Prince of Wales School
77 Melrose Ave.
Hamilton, ON L8L 6X4
905-549-2814 ext.101
Queen Mary School
1292 Cannon St. E.
Hamilton, ON L8H 1V6
905-549-2814 ext.351
Strathcona School
10 Lamoureaux St.
Hamilton, ON L8R 1V1
905-549-2814 ext.214
Viscount Montgomery School
1525 Lucerne Ave.
Hamilton, ON L8K 1R3
905-549-2814 ext.217
Registration Inquiry
Please fill out the form below associated with the site you would like to register before and after school services at.
Authorized Recreation Programs (Let’s Get Moving)
“Building Healthy Habits After the Bell”
Let’s Get Moving (LGM) is a fun, structured after-school program focused on sport, physical activity, wellness, and nutrition.
Running Monday to Friday for two hours after school throughout the academic year and offered at 14 school locations, LGM helps children stay active, build confidence, and develop healthy habits in a safe and supportive environment.
Program Locations
| St. Kateri Tekakwitha School 22 Queensbury Drive |
Parkdale School 139 Parkdale Avenue North |
St. Agnes School 80 Colcrest Street |
| C.B. Stirling School 340 Queen Victoria Drive |
Prince of Wales School 77 Melrose Avenue North |
Strathcona School 10 Lamoreaux Street |
| Holy Name of Jesus School 181 Belmont Avenue |
Queen Mary School 1292 Cannon Street East |
Hillcrest School 40 Eastwood St. |
| St. Francis Xavier Catholic School 298 Hamilton Regional Rd 8 |
St. Ann School 15 St. Ann Street |
W.H. Ballard School 801 Dunsmure Road |
| Viscount Montgomery Public School 1525 Lucerne Ave |
Sir Wilfried Laurier Public School 70 Albright Rd. |
Who Can Join
- Children in grades 1-6
- Must be enrolled in the school where the program is offered
Structure:
Each day is designed to balance activity, learning, and fun:
- 10 minutes – Attendance & check-in activity
- 30 minutes – Physical activity games
- 20 minutes – Healthy snack & wellness activity
- 60 minutes – Sport-based programming
Benefits:
Participants in LGM will:
- Build confidence and independence
- Develop physical literacy and healthy habits
- Engage in daily physical activity
- Form positive friendships and social skills
- Experience a safe, inclusive environment
- Learn leadership and teamwork skills
- Have a daily healthy snack
Guidelines:
LGM follows the Ministry of Sport After School Program Guidelines, ensuring every session includes:
- Sport programming
- Physical activity
- Healthy snacks
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- 2 hours after the school bell
- Available during the school year only
- Not available on P.A. Days or school breaks
Start Date: September 8th 2026
End Date: June 25th 2027
Fees & Registration:
Cost: $20/month per child
Subsidy Support: We believe every child should have access to quality programs. To learn more about financial assistance or subsidies, please contact us at 905-549-2814 ext.211.
Registration: Ongoing throughout the year
General Inquiries & Registration Support:
Brock Wedsworth, LGM Supervisor
905-549-2814 ext. 212
brock.wedsworth@bgchh.com
Let’s Get Moving programs are in partnership with:
