Welcome to Kindergarten™ (WTK), developed by Canadian Education Warehouse, is Canada’s original school readiness program. Designed to support families and educators, WTK helps children transition smoothly into kindergarten by building early learning skills through purposeful play, hands-on activities, and strong home-school connections. WTK engages families as active participants in their child’s education from the very beginning. By introducing them to key literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development strategies, the program fosters a positive and confident start to school. Since its inception, WTK has reached hundreds of thousands of families across Canada and continues to evolve to meet the diverse needs of learners in today’s classrooms.

Our Story & Impact (Since 2003)

Since 2003, WTK has helped over one million families across Canada get ready for kindergarten. WTK started with a simple idea: when families are engaged early in their child’s learning, kids are more prepared and more successful in school. What began as a grassroots initiative is now a national movement that brings schools and families together to support a positive transition to kindergarten. Quick Stats:

• Over 100 school boards across Canada use WTK
• Reached more than 1,000,000 families and children since launch
• Programs offered in urban, rural, remote, and Indigenous communities
• Available in multiple languages to support newcomer and multilingual families

How WTK Helps Schools Help Your Child

Schools love the WTK program because it helps everyone start strong—from the very first day. Here’s how:

• Familiar Faces, Familiar Places: WTK gives your child a chance to visit their future school, meet their teachers, and explore the environment before school officially begins.
• Tools for Success: Educators use WTK to identify what support each child might need early on—helping to make sure no child is left behind.
• Smooth Start: Kids who participate in WTK tend to feel more confident and ready when school starts. They know what to expect and feel excited to learn.

Supporting Families in the Transition to School

We know starting school can feel like a big step—for both kids and parents. That’s why WTK is here to help every step of the way. With WTK, your family will receive:

• A Welcome to Kindergarten Bag, filled with fun, hands-on learning tools like books, crayons, numbers, letters, and more.
• Access to parent resources that show how to support learning at home through simple, playful activities.
• Family events hosted by your school, where you and your child can explore the classroom, connect with teachers, and meet other families.
• Ongoing tips and ideas for supporting your child’s growth in reading, math, emotional skills, and independence.

Whether this is your first child heading to school—or your fifth—WTK helps make the transition smoother, more joyful, and filled with confidence.