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40 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Child Care Services in Mattawa
Established in 1986, the Mattawa Child Care Centre has dedicated itself to providing quality childcare and early education in a safe, inclusive environment. Our mission centers on fostering collaboration between families, educators, and community professionals to support children's holistic development. With a team of registered Early Childhood Educators, we implement evidence-based pedagogical frameworks like Ontario's 'How Does Learning Happen?' to create developmentally appropriate programs. Our facility, located in Mattawa since 2014, offers structured routines combined with flexible learning opportunities that respect individual needs.

We maintain strong partnerships with local schools and community organizations to ensure seamless transitions and continuous professional development. Through regular parent communication, documented observations, and community engagement, we prioritize each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our adherence to provincial regulations, ongoing staff training, and focus on creating nurturing environments that encourage independence and creativity.
Services
Child Care Programs After-School Programs Parent Communication Staff Training Positive Guidance Techniques Nutrition Services Early Intervention Support Community Partnerships Documentation Services Professional Development
Details
  • Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
  • We offer 35+ years of specialized childcare experience with registered educators
  • Our curriculum follows Ontario's evidence-based 'How Does Learning Happen?' pedagogy
  • We maintain 1:8 staff-to-child ratios with fully qualified Early Childhood Educators
  • Our facility partners with St. Victor Catholic School for seamless educational transitions
  • We provide continuous staff development through monthly training and community partnerships
Associations and certifications
  • College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario
Services
Child Care Programs
Our licensed childcare programs serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children in a structured yet flexible environment. We follow Ontario's pedagogical framework to create developmentally appropriate activities that promote social-emotional growth, cognitive development, and physical coordination. Each program incorporates play-based learning, outdoor exploration, and cultural awareness activities tailored to children's individual needs and interests.
After-School Programs
Our after-school programs provide safe, supervised care for school-age children with structured activities and free play opportunities. We focus on homework support, social skill development, and creative expression through arts, music, and physical activities. The program operates in partnership with St. Victor Catholic School, offering convenient access and seamless transitions for local families.
Positive Guidance Techniques
We implement evidence-based positive guidance strategies that help children develop self-regulation and conflict resolution skills. Our approach emphasizes mindfulness activities, redirection techniques, and emotional literacy development while maintaining respectful, non-punitive discipline practices that preserve children's self-esteem and foster intrinsic motivation for appropriate behavior.
Parent Communication
We maintain open communication channels through daily updates, weekly lesson plans, and regular parent-teacher conferences. Our programs include three mandatory orientation visits for new families, flexible drop-in opportunities, and a parent communication app that shares real-time learning experiences and progress updates to strengthen home-school partnerships.
Staff Training
All staff hold Early Childhood Education diplomas and maintain registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators. We provide ongoing professional development through monthly staff meetings, community-led workshops, and partnerships with local colleges. This ensures our educators stay current with best practices in early childhood education and maintain high-quality care standards.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children through our licensed childcare and after-school programs.
Are your staff qualified?
All program staff hold Early Childhood Education diplomas and are registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario.
How do you handle behavioral issues?
We use positive guidance techniques focusing on emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, avoiding punitive measures while maintaining a safe environment.
What curriculum do you follow?
Our programs implement Ontario's 'How Does Learning Happen?' pedagogical framework with play-based learning and developmentally appropriate activities.
How do you communicate with parents?
We offer daily updates, weekly lesson plans, parent-teacher conferences, and a communication app sharing real-time learning experiences and progress reports.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, we participate in the DNSSAB child care subsidy program to help eligible families with childcare costs.