Early learning centre for ages 3–8 · 150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata · 9 AM – 1 PM · from $40
KIDSUP (often searched as “kids up” or “kid up”) is an early learning centre at 150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata, ON K2L 2N2. It runs four programs for children aged 3–8, from $40: early development, preparation for school, individual sessions and group classes. Classes run 9 AM – 1 PM in English, in groups of up to 15. We reply to every enrolment form within one business day.
KIDSUP is an early learning centre in Kanata (Ottawa) for children aged 3 to 8. It runs four programs: early development, preparation for school, individual sessions and group classes. Teachers use Montessori and Reggio Emilia methods, and children learn through play. The centre is operated by 16295673 Canada Inc. More on the about KIDSUP page.
The centre’s name is written KIDSUP, and its website is kidsup.ca. Searches for “kids up”, “kid up” or “kidsup Kanata” refer to the same centre at 150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata.
KIDSUP is at 150 Katimavik Rd, Kanata, ON K2L 2N2 (Ottawa), in the Kanata Town Centre building (Katimavik Mall) south of Highway 417. The building has a customer parking lot, and the OC Transpo stops Katimavik / Whitney and Katimavik / Chimo are about 200 m away. Map and directions are on the contacts page.
EarlyON Child and Family Centres are free Ontario programs for families with children from birth to 6 years old (source: ontario.ca). KIDSUP is a fee-based early learning centre with structured programs for ages 3–8 and tuition from $40.
Classes are taught in English.
Children aged 3 to 8. Early development is for ages 3–6; preparation for school, individual sessions and group classes are for ages 4–8.
Choose by age and goal. Ages 3–6: early development. Ages 4–8 getting ready for school: preparation for school. A child who needs their own pace: individual sessions. Speech and social skills in a group: group classes. If you are unsure, write your child’s age in the form and we will suggest a program.
Up to 15, so the teacher can give each child enough attention. In individual sessions one teacher works with one child.
Montessori and Reggio Emilia, with play-based learning, sensory activities and creative work.
Yes. Individual lessons can be combined with group classes. In preparation for school, one-to-one work usually starts at age 5–6.
Yes. The music studio has a full-size piano, children’s drums, xylophones, synthesizers and ukuleles. Children take one-to-one lessons or group sessions, with music theory alongside; the price is given on request. See music lessons in Kanata.
Yes. The team includes educators and psychologists, who hold individual consultations for children and their parents; the price is given on request. The centre also runs workshops and seminars for parents and gives regular feedback on your child. See additional services.
| Program | Age | What children work on | Format | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early development | 3–6 | thinking and cognitive skills, fine motor skills, speech, musical hearing | group of up to 15, play-based | $45 |
| Preparation for school | 4–8 | speech, memory and attention, fine motor skills for writing | group of up to 15; one-to-one from 5–6 | $60 |
| Individual sessions | 4–8 | goals agreed with you, at your child’s pace | one child, one teacher | $40 per session |
| Group classes | 4–8 | speech, playing together, following rules, self-care | group of up to 15 | $60 |
| Music studio | ask us | piano, drums, xylophones, synthesizers, ukuleles | one-to-one or group | on request |
All programs run 9 AM – 1 PM in English. Prices as listed on each program page; we confirm the current price and schedule when we reply.
Early development $45, preparation for school $60, individual sessions $40 per session, group classes $60. Music lessons and consultations are priced on request. We confirm the current fee and schedule for your child when we reply to your form.
The programs run 9 AM – 1 PM. We agree on the days and the start date when we reply to your enrolment form.
Timing: we reply within one business day; the start date is agreed with you when we reply.
Send the online enrolment form (program, child’s age, phone), email info@kidsup.ca or call +1 613-867-7786. We answer your questions, suggest a program by age and agree on a start date.
Within one business day, by email or phone.
Yes. Ask about the next open class by phone or in the form: you will see the classrooms, playrooms and music studio and meet the teachers. What is inside: where classes take place.
Preparation for school (ages 4–8, $60) works on speech, memory and attention, and fine motor skills that prepare the hand for writing, in a group of up to 15. From age 5–6, group classes are combined with one-to-one work. Skills to check at home before JK/SK: the kindergarten readiness checklist for Ontario.
EQAO reports reading, writing and math on Levels 1–4. Level 3 meets the provincial standard (about B− to B+), Level 4 surpasses it, Level 2 approaches it and Level 1 is much below it. EQAO notes that many Level 2 students in math were close to the standard, so compare the result with the report card and ask the teacher which skills to practise next (source: eqao.com). Details and 2026 numbers: EQAO Grade 3 results 2026.
Still have a question? Call +1 613-867-7786, email info@kidsup.ca or book a place online: we reply within one business day.
