EDUCATION
Skwah First Nation’s Education Department provides a variety of support for band members who are attending school at all levels.

The department looks after all on-reserve students enrolled in classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12, providing financial support for supplies and allowances. A nominal roll is kept and students earning top grades also receive monetary rewards.

Provided that they are attending eligible programs, post-secondary students may be able to receive support from Skwah First Nation ranging from tuition and books to a living allowance for full time students. For more information, please contact Bev Williams or Leslie Williams at the Band Office at 604.792.9204 or email: bev.williams@skwah.org or leslie.williams@skwah.org

PRESCHOOL

Chilliwack Landing Preschool and Kindergarten is a First Nations school that fosters the value of self worth & self preservation through the cultural connection within our children’s family traditions, elder teachings and community involvement. Our curriculum is all about ensuring our young children reach their full potential through the outstanding care and educational programming. We are an accredited school open to the community of Chilliwack and Sardis.

At Chilliwack Landing Preschool and Kindergarten we offer classes for:
  • 3 Year Olds Program (Tuesday and Thursday) 9 AM – 11:15 AM. The fee for this program is $60.00 per month from September to June.
  • 4 year Olds Program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 9 AM – 11:15 AM or 12:15 PM to 2:30 PM. The fee for this program is $85.00 per month from September to June.
  • Kindergarten Program has no charge. This Program is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 AM to 2:30 PM. Thursday is a half day from 9 AM – 11:15 AM
  • Bussing is available with no charge for the students in the 4 year old Programs as well as in Kindergarten.

For more information go to chilliwacklandingpreschool.ca