February 17^th – Ontario has taken an important step toward ensuring that all four- and five-year-olds have access to an engaging and enriching full day of learning.

Legislation will be introduced today that would, if passed, mandate that all school boards offer full-day learning for four- and five-year-olds, including the integrated extended-day programs. 

The Full-Day Early Learning Statute Law Amendment Act, 2010, would also give boards the authority and responsibility to set, charge and collect fees for the before- and after-school programs.

The full-day learning program will be rolled out to all elementary schools over the next five years. It will help prepare young students for future success. It's part of the province's plan to build a stronger school system - a key to building a stronger Ontario.

• Find out more about the Full-Day Early Learning Statute Law Amendment Act.
• Read more about the implementation of full-day learning.
• See how full-day learning is part of Ontario's plan to reduce poverty.
• Implementing Full-Day Learning For Four- and Five-Year-Olds
• ontario.ca/education-news