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Accepting REGISTRATION for 2021/2022
If you are interested in REGISTERING for a program please go to the Tuition tab and find out which places are available.
Accepting Expression of InterestÂ
If you would be interested in taking a place part way through the year, or if you are interested in a space for the 2022/2023 school year please fill in the expression of interest form.
If you have filled out a form in the past you don't need to fill it in again, you will be contacted for registration. If you don't remember if you filled one out you can go ahead and do it again and we'll remove your previous entry.
BrightLights: School Years
Welcome to BrightLights School Years; arts based classes for your school aged child that help busy families find convenient solutions for those early mornings and late afternoons!
BrightLights is a school year round program that offers classes 5 days a week with convenient walking pick up from Qayqayt Elementary during the school year. Each class offers education in music, movement and dance, musical theatre, acting, art, creative centres and outdoor play. You can choose between 3, 4 or 5* classes a week.
Rise and Shine! **On Hold Until Further Notice**
Our early morning classes will give students a chance to start their day in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Students will explore meditation and mindfulness practice to help everyone get their day off on the right foot. With mindfulness guiding their day students will walk 15 minutes to Qayqayt with their teachers for a breath of fresh air before settling in to school.
An Artsy Afternoon
Afternoon classes will include outdoor play, a creative class in a variety of different performing and visual arts subjects, as well as provide opportunities for quiet activities for those students who may need to decompress after their class.
Instructors are experienced educators in early childhood and school aged programming with a deep understanding of the importance of arts exposure in a child’s life. They are excited to deliver thoughtful classes that will benefit your child for years to come as well as provide a supportive learning environment in your child’s classes.
We are also committed to building a community of parents and students and look forward to sharing different holiday and special events with you throughout the year.
We are currently seeking expressions of interests from Qayqayt families. Please explore the tabs and if these classes sound like a good fit for you please submit your information.
Please note that submitting a form is not a registration nor does it guarantee a space at this time. We will be contacting families as more information becomes available so please be sure to submit an accurate email so that you can be made aware when important updates are available.
*Priority is given to families who desire 5 Days a week.Â
Interested? We're currently accepting expressions of interest for future contact. Submitting your form will provide early opportunity to claim a spot in this program.
If you're interested in this program, please fill out our expression of interest form.
Accepting REGISTRATION for 2021/2022
If you are interested in REGISTERING for a program please go to the Tuition tab and find out which places are available.
Accepting Expression of InterestÂ
If you would be interested in taking a place part way through the year, or if you are interested in a space for the 2022/2023 school year please fill in the expression of interest form.
If you have filled out a form in the past you don't need to fill it in again, you will be contacted for registration. If you don't remember if you filled one out you can go ahead and do it again and we'll remove your previous entry.
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Daily Schedule
Special Considerations (or What Makes Us Special)
Accepting REGISTRATION for 2021/2022
If you are interested in REGISTERING for a program please go to the Tuition tab and find out which places are available.
Accepting Expression of InterestÂ
If you would be interested in taking a place part way through the year, or if you are interested in a space for the 2022/2023 school year please fill in the expression of interest form.
If you have filled out a form in the past you don't need to fill it in again, you will be contacted for registration. If you don't remember if you filled one out you can go ahead and do it again and we'll remove your previous entry.
Annual Schedule
Please note that because our schedule forecasts a year in advance that it will be subject to change. Students and families will be given as much notice as possible when changes are made.
August 2021
29 - Meet and Greet! (Details TBD)
September 2021
7 - First Official Day of BrightLights: School Years
  - Happy New Year Camp 1*
  - Half Day for Grade 1-5
8 - Happy New Year Camp 2*
9 - Happy New Year Camp 3*
10 - Happy New Year Camp 4*
21- Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
27 - Pro-D/Non Instructional Day
October 2021
11 - Thanksgiving - No Classes
22 - Pro-D/Non Instructional Day
November 2021
3 - Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
4 - Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
December 2021
20 - 31 - Holiday Break - No Classes
January 2022
3 - No class New Year’s Day Stat
4 - First Day Back
February 2022
21 - Family Day No Class
22 - Pro-D/Non Instructional Day
March 2022
14-25 - Spring Break No Class
April 2022
14 - Pro-D/Non Instructional Day
15 - Good Friday - No Class
18 - Easter Monday - No Class
27 - Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
28 - Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
May 2022
3 - Half Day 12:25 Pick Up at Qayqayt
20 - Pro-D/Non Instructional Day
23 - Victoria Day Holiday - No Class
June 2022
29 - Early dismissal 2:00 Pick Up at Qayqayt
30 - Last Day of Classes
Accepting REGISTRATION for 2021/2022
If you are interested in REGISTERING for a program please go to the Tuition tab and find out which places are available.
Accepting Expression of InterestÂ
If you would be interested in taking a place part way through the year, or if you are interested in a space for the 2022/2023 school year please fill in the expression of interest form.
If you have filled out a form in the past you don't need to fill it in again, you will be contacted for registration. If you don't remember if you filled one out you can go ahead and do it again and we'll remove your previous entry.
- The walk from Qayqayt to our studio is 900 meters.
- Our walk includes a trip down Merrivale to Agnes where we will utilize the brand new greenway for safe walking.
- After crossing 4th and 6th Street using controlled crosswalks we will reach a staircase at the end of Agnes near Douglas College.
- The staircase will take us to Lorne Street and from there we're a short walk down the hill to the studio parking lot.
It is worth noting that our schedule allows for a 25 minute walk from the school. We have timed the walk ourselves and it usually takes 15 minutes. We've allowed extra time so that we aren't feeling rushed after our school day.
Interested?
If you're interested in this program, please fill out our expression of interest form.
Tuition
All prices are subject to GST
- $550 - 5 Days - 1 space available - Includes Pro-D and Half Day Classes
- $475 - 4 Days - 1 space available - Includes Pro-D and Half Day Classes
- $400 - 3 Days - Not currently registering - does not include Pro-D and Half Day Classes
- $300 - 2 Days - Not currently registering - does not include Pro-D and Half Day Classes
- $150 - 1 day   - Not currently registering - does not include Pro-D and Half Day Classes
Expression of Interest
If you are looking to register later in the year and/or for placement in the classes for the for the 2022/2023 school year please submit your expression of interest.
Tuition Inclusions
- After school classes for all instructional daysÂ
- Full day classes for Pro-D and Non-Instructional Days (For 4 and 5 day class sets only)
- Half day classes for early dismissal days (For 4 & 5 day class sets only)
- VIP registration access to Spring and Summer Break camps*Â
*These classes are a separate charge not included in your BrightLights: School Years tuition
Tuition Considerations
- Tuition is based on the number of instructional days in a school year as provided by the Qayqayt Elementary annual calendar.
- Tuition payments are divided equally over 10 months
- The payment remains the same each month regardless of the number of holidays or stats as this is what is easiest for families to budget with. You are not paying for holidays or stats.
- Tuition remains the same regardless of whether or not you choose to utilize the Pro-D/Non-Instructional Day and/or Early Dismissal/Half Day options.
Payment Requirements
- You must be enrolled in our AutoPay system so that we can charge your card on the 15th of each month.
- We do not accept payments for these classes via cheque or cash.
- You may make the first payment via e-transfer but after that every payment is required to be done via credit card through our AutoPay system.
- Credit card fees have been removed but your credit card provider may still have its own applicable fees.