2018 Kindergarten Parent Survey Highlights 
The Kindergarten Parent Survey (KPS) is completed every three years and asks Halton families of children in kindergarten about their experiences. In this 6th cycle (2018), 2681 parents participated, a response rate of 44%. Since 2003, 14,717 families have participated in the survey.
Organized here under the Halton 7, the KPS allows us to examine some important child outcomes that are not measured in the Early Development Instrument.
Children are Healthy
Good health is a prerequisite for positive outcomes for children. Physical activity, healthy body weight and healthy eating are included in this result.
%
of kindergarten children were physically active for 60 minutes daily
%
were overweight or obese
%
ate fruits and vegetables 3 or more times a day
%
ate breakfast daily
Children are Learning
Learning is one of the cornerstones for success in life. Preschool learning opportunities and school engagement are included in this result.
%
attended a children's program in the past 12 months
%
visited a library in the past 12 months
%
attended a religious or ethnic based program in the past 12 months
%
attended a Music/arts/dance program in the past 12 months
%
attended a recreational program in the past 12 months
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of parents of kindergarten children report that their child has a high level of kindergarten engagement
Children are Positively Connected
All children need positive connections to their parents/caregivers, peers, school and community. Peer connections are included in this result.
%
of parents of kindergarten children report that their child gets along with others his/her own age
Children are Safe
Safe environments benefit children by providing a sense of personal security, allowing them to take maximum advantage of learning, playing and making new friendships. Serious injury and safety from harm are included in this result.
%
of kindergarten children were seriously injured in the past 12 months
%
of parents of kindergarten children report that their child feels safe at school
Families are Strong and Stable
Strong and stable family and child care environments provide a solid foundation and stimulating, interactive experiences to nurture a child’s positive development. Child care capacity, and parenting capacity and support are reported in this result.
%
of kindergarten children received child care on a regular basis
%
of families had regular family meals
%
of parents experienced high levels of parenting support
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of parents of kindergarten children took time out to care for their own health and well-being
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of parents of kindergarten children experienced high levels of parental confidence
%
of parents of kindergarten children experienced high levels of parental stress
%
of parents of kindergarten children experienced high levels of time stress
Schools are Connected to the Community
Children spend a great deal of their time learning in schools. How schools connect to their communities are important. Caring school climate is reported in this result.
%
of parents of kindergarten children report that their child's school has a caring climate
Neighbourhoods are Where We Live, Work, & Play
Children thrive in neighbourhoods that are safe and connected. Neighbourhood safety is reported in this result.
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