More than 15 years in preschool education. Author of the centre’s programs for children’s creativity and of KIDSUP articles for parents.
Natalia Stepanenko is the head of KIDSUP, an early learning centre at 150 Katimavik Rd in Kanata, Ottawa. She has more than 15 years of work in preschool education and is the author of programs for developing children’s creativity. To ask about a program for your child, call +1 613-867-7786 or write to info@kidsup.ca.
KIDSUP works with children aged 3 to 8. Teachers use Montessori and Reggio Emilia methods and play-based learning; creative activities are part of every program. Parents get regular feedback on progress, and the centre holds open classes and workshops for parents.
| Program | Age | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early development | 3–6 | Group | $45 |
| Preparation for school | 4–8 | Group or one-to-one | $60 group, $40 one-to-one |
| Group classes | 4–8 | Up to 15 children | $60 |
| Individual sessions | 4–8 | One child, one teacher | $40 per session |
All programs run 9AM–1PM in English. Full list: programs and prices.
Natalia writes the KIDSUP advice for parents on kidsup.ca: speech and communication, learning through play, praise and motivation, boundaries, independence and trust.
More advice: tips from teachers and recommendations for parents.
Natalia Stepanenko. She leads the KIDSUP early learning centre at 150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata.
More than 15 years of work in preschool education. She is the author of programs for developing children’s creativity.
Yes. Call +1 613-867-7786 or write to info@kidsup.ca. We call back, answer your questions and suggest a program for your child’s age. You can also send the online enrolment form.
Children aged 3 to 8: Early development for ages 3–6, Preparation for school, group classes and individual sessions for ages 4–8. Classes run 9AM–1PM in English.
On kidsup.ca: 13 articles on speech, play, praise, boundaries and independence. The list is above on this page, and more advice is in tips from teachers.
150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata, ON K2L 2N2. See contacts and directions.
Send the form or call. We call back, answer your questions and agree on the program and start date.
