Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Truro, Nova Scotia
Established in 1994, My World of Learning is a non-profit child care organization serving families in the Nova Scotia Community College community and broader Truro area. Our center, licensed by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, has operated from the NSCC Truro Campus since 2001. We provide comprehensive care for children aged 18 months to 12 years through play-based programming that fosters growth in math, art, science, and motor skills. Our licensed capacity for 40 children ensures personalized attention across toddler, preschool, and school-age classrooms. We maintain rigorous safety standards through regular inspections by fire, health, and early childhood development authorities.Our experienced team includes certified educators, inclusion coordinators, and support staff dedicated to preparing children for elementary school success. We offer flexible full-week and part-week care options with government-subsidized rates available for eligible families. Our facility features secure outdoor play areas and provides nutritious meals/snacks daily. The center operates year-round with structured closures during holidays and professional development periods. Our governance includes a volunteer Board of Directors and active parent committee ensuring community engagement and program quality.
Services
Toddler Care
Preschool Programs
School-Age Child Care
Inclusion Support
Nutritious Meals
Outdoor Play Activities
Flexible Scheduling
Subsidy Program
Parent Committee
Professional Development
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We are a licensed non-profit organization with 30 years of local experience
- Our staff includes certified educators and inclusion support specialists
- We maintain rigorous safety standards through regular government inspections
- We offer government-subsidized rates for eligible families
- Our play-based curriculum prepares children for elementary school success
Services
Toddler Care
Our toddler program serves children aged 18-35 months with age-appropriate activities promoting social and developmental skills. Certified educators use play-based learning to build foundational abilities. The secure environment includes specialized equipment for motor skill development.
Preschool Programs
Preschool programming for 36+ month-olds focuses on school readiness through structured play and educational activities. Curriculum includes math, science, and creative arts with qualified staff ensuring developmental milestones are met in a nurturing environment.
School-Age Child Care
Summer care for school-aged children (5-12 years) includes educational activities and supervised play. Flexible scheduling accommodates NSCC students and staff with spaces available based on seasonal demand and staff qualifications.
Inclusion Support
Inclusion coordinators provide specialized support for children requiring additional assistance. Our staff implements individualized plans to ensure full participation in daily activities while maintaining compliance with provincial accessibility standards.
Nutritious Meal Plans
Daily meal service includes lunch and two snacks following provincial nutritional guidelines. Our cook prepares balanced meals accommodating dietary restrictions while teaching children healthy eating habits in a supervised setting.
People
Natasha Doreen Moxon
Executive Director
Natasha Doreen Moxon leads our center with over 15 years of early childhood education experience. As Executive Director, she oversees operations and serves on the Board of Directors.
Jennifer MacKay
Assistant Executive Director
Jennifer MacKay brings extensive childcare expertise as Assistant Executive Director and inclusion coordinator. She manages subsidy program applications and staff training initiatives.
Holly Brown
Child Care Supervisor
Holly Brown supervises daily classroom operations with specialized expertise in toddler development. She implements curriculum standards across all age groups with 12 years of experience.
Crystal Gordon
Early Childhood Educator
Crystal Gordon provides direct care in preschool classrooms with certified qualifications in early childhood education. She focuses on creative learning activities and parent communication.
Robin Warren
Cook/Cleaner
Robin Warren ensures proper nutrition and hygiene standards through daily meal preparation and facility maintenance. She manages dietary requirements while maintaining strict cleanliness protocols.
Questions
How do I add my child to the waiting list?
Complete our online waiting list form at https://forms.gle/WHKgBGkipMgLgv846 or contact our director directly at 902-897-0486.
What are your current daily rates?
Full-week rates range from $17.75–$26.00/day while part-week care costs $20.75–$29.00/day with government subsidies available for eligible families.
Do you accept subsidy program children?
Yes, we participate in Nova Scotia's child care subsidy program. Contact the Department of Education at 1-844-804-2084 to determine eligibility.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM with closures during statutory holidays and one week in July for maintenance.
What age groups do you serve?
We care for toddlers (18-35 months), preschoolers (3-5 years), and school-age children (5-12 years) during summer months.
How is food service handled?
Our cook provides daily lunch and snacks following nutritional guidelines. Special dietary requirements are accommodated with parental notification.