New Beginnings Parent Program
Part-time and full-time programs for parents to complete or upgrade their high school educationNew Beginnings Parent Program
We provide part-time and full-time programs for parents to complete or upgrade their secondary school education. As well as high-quality childcare, parenting courses, and individual support is available.
New Beginnings staff provide in-classroom education, childcare services and support to parents. While parents are in school, we provide quality, accessible childcare for their young children 0-3 years. We also offer additional support, assistance and parenting classes through our Parent Support Worker.
New Beginnings offers:
- Academic classroom for mothers and fathers
- On-site daycare – For student’s children up to three years old
- Parenting classes and support
- Programs for community fathers with children aged 0 – 6 years old
- Community outreach and supports for parents not currently attending New Beginnings
- Resources for parents
- Individualized help
Who We Help
- Parents who wish to complete or upgrade their Grade 12 education and are either pregnant or parenting a child under 3 years
- Our daycare has a limited number of spots for children of parents who are not in the program. Find out more here.
To Access New Beginnings
- Please give us a call if you are interested in attending New Beginnings.
- Registration runs continuously throughout the year.
Did You Know?
The New Beginnings program began in 1990.
Contact Info
Hours of operation
9:00am – 2:00pm Monday – Thursday
Friday 9:00am – 11:15am
Following the school calendar (closed winter/spring breaks and summer)
Address
School Location
32355 Mouat Drive
Abbotsford
Mailing Address
Archway Community Services
2420 Montrose Avenue
Abbotsford, BC V2S 3S9
In addition to funding from the Province of BC and Abbotsford School District, New Beginnings receives funds through donations from the Abbotsford Kiwanis Club, Abbotsford Quilters’ Guild and other generous individuals and community groups.
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