Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care & Educational Programs in St. Albert
SIGIS Child Care Society has been dedicated to nurturing children's growth since 1994. Our mission is to create a safe, respectful environment where children develop through play-based learning and intentional curriculum. With 195 qualified educators, including 76% with over two years' experience, we prioritize professional development and community partnerships. Our non-profit model reinvests resources into program enhancements, educator compensation, and innovative tools like STEM and music programs. Operating two daycare centers and 20 out-of-school locations within St. Albert schools, we emphasize accessibility and convenience. Our educators hold Early Childhood Education certifications and maintain rigorous safety standards through first aid training and criminal record checks.We implement structured lesson plans that balance child-led exploration with teacher-guided activities, fostering cognitive and social development. Community engagement remains central to our philosophy, with educators planning field trips and local experiences that broaden children's perspectives. Our leadership team, including directors with decades of tenure, ensures consistent quality across all programs. This commitment to excellence has earned us recognition from families who value our personalized approach and extended family atmosphere.
Services
Daycare Programs
Out of School Care
Music Program
Preschool Readiness
STEM Activities
Field Trips
Infant & Toddler Care
Project-Based Learning
Community Exploration
Summer Themed Activities
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We maintain 76% educator retention with over two years' tenure
- Our non-profit model reinvests all profits into program improvements
- All educators hold ECE certifications and first aid training
- We operate 20 convenient school-located out-of-school care programs
- Our curriculum includes exclusive music and STEM programming
What people say
Staff is amazing
Convenient drop-off
Creative activities
Music program bonus
Strong educator bonds
Services
Daycare Programs
Our daycare centers provide structured learning environments for children aged 0-5. Certified educators implement curriculum-focused activities that develop social, cognitive, and motor skills through play-based learning. Each location features enhanced play spaces with real-life components that promote exploration and creativity while preparing children for kindergarten transition.
Out of School Care
Operating in 20 St. Albert school locations, our after-school programs cater to school-aged children with project-based activities and STEM programming. Educators facilitate peer relationships through structured group projects while incorporating field trips that connect classroom learning with real-world experiences in this extended care setting.
Music Program
This in-house music program develops children's auditory processing and creative expression through weekly interactive sessions. Educators use rhythm instruments, movement activities, and vocal exercises to enhance neural development while making learning enjoyable through musical storytelling and group participation.
STEM Activities
Our STEM programming introduces scientific concepts through hands-on experiments and problem-solving challenges. Age-appropriate activities for children aged 3-12 develop critical thinking skills while connecting with natural curiosity about technology, engineering principles, and environmental science through play-based exploration.
Preschool Readiness
Designed for 3-5 year olds, this program focuses on kindergarten transition skills through structured lesson plans. Educators emphasize literacy foundations, numeracy concepts, and social-emotional development while maintaining play-based learning approaches that build confidence for formal schooling environments.
People
Leah Bolduc
Director
With decades of leadership experience, Leah contributes strategic oversight to SIGIS operations. Her long-term commitment ensures consistent quality across all programs while maintaining community partnerships that enhance service delivery for families in St. Albert.
Tricia Cunningham
Executive Director
As founding executive director, Tricia establishes organizational vision and program standards. She oversees daily operations and staff development while maintaining the society's original mission of providing quality child care since SIGIS's creation in 1994.
Heather Soetaert
Director
Heather provides governance expertise as part of SIGIS's leadership team. Her community-focused approach strengthens parent engagement initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across all 22 program locations throughout St. Albert.
Zara Dowie
Director
Zara contributes financial oversight and operational guidance to SIGIS programs. With extensive experience in non-profit governance, she helps maintain fiscal responsibility while supporting educational innovation across the organization's daycare and after-school facilities.
Questions
What age groups does SIGIS serve?
We provide care for children aged 0-12 years through our daycare programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as out-of-school care for school-aged children.
Are your educators certified?
All educators hold minimum ECE Level 1 certification, with many achieving Level 2 or 3 credentials. Staff maintain current first aid certification and undergo criminal record checks.
What curriculum components are included?
Our programs feature music education, STEM activities, project-based learning, and community exploration integrated with Alberta's early learning framework to support holistic development.
How are field trips incorporated?
Educators plan regular field trips and special events that connect classroom learning with real-world experiences, enhancing children's understanding of their local environment and community resources.
What makes SIGIS different from other providers?
As a non-profit organization with 76% educator retention, we reinvest resources into program enhancements while maintaining school-located facilities for convenient access to quality child care services.
