Business Details
Trusted Child Care Services in Dartmouth
At Crystal Day Nursery, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional childcare in Dartmouth for over 25 years. Our team of certified Early Childhood Educators creates a warm, home-like environment where children thrive through play-based learning. We prioritize safety with a secure card access facility and offer nutritious meals to support healthy development. Serving families with children aged 6 months to 10 years, we maintain flexible hours from 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.Our commitment to accessibility includes a wheelchair-friendly space, and we proudly accept government subsidies to accommodate diverse needs. Located near Burnside, we ensure convenient access for families across Dartmouth and surrounding areas. Our staff responds to inquiries within 24 hours, offering personalized tours to help you experience our nurturing environment firsthand.
Services
Educational Childcare
Nutritious Meals
Before and After School Care
Secure Facility
Wheelchair Accessible
Highlights and features
- Certified Early Childhood Educators on staff
- Secure card access facility for child safety
- Nutritious meals and snacks provided daily
- Wheelchair accessible environment
- Over 25 years serving the Dartmouth community
Associations and certifications
- ECE certified employees
Services
Educational Childcare
Our play-based childcare program fosters early learning through structured and unstructured activities. Certified educators guide children aged 6 months to 10 years in developing social, cognitive, and motor skills. The curriculum balances fun with educational outcomes in a secure, home-like environment.
Nutritious Meals
We provide balanced meals and snacks daily, emphasizing wholesome nutrition for growing children. Menus accommodate dietary needs while teaching healthy eating habits. Food is prepared fresh on-site by staff trained in nutrition and childcare.
Before and After School Care
Specialized care for school-aged children before and after classes, including transportation assistance to John MacNeil Elementary. Activities promote homework completion, social interaction, and physical development in a supervised setting for ages up to 10 years.
Secure Facility
Our facility uses a card access system to ensure child safety at all times. Regular safety drills and staff training maintain a protected environment. Parents receive immediate notification of any security-related incidents during operating hours.
Wheelchair Accessible
Fully accessible premises accommodate children with mobility challenges. Wide doorways, ramps, and adapted play areas ensure equal participation opportunities. Staff receive ongoing training in inclusive childcare practices to support diverse needs.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children aged 6 months to 10 years, with specialized programs for different developmental stages.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we offer nutritious meals and snacks daily, prepared fresh on-site by trained staff.
Is your staff certified?
All educators hold Early Childhood Education certification or are actively pursuing it.
Do you have security measures?
Our facility uses a secure card access system to protect all children in our care.
Are you accessible for children with mobility needs?
Yes, our premises are fully wheelchair accessible with adapted play areas and equipment.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM to accommodate busy family schedules.
