Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Edmonton
At Vicky's Before & After School CR, we believe in nurturing each child's unique development through a safe, caring environment. Our approach emphasizes trust, positive role modeling, and strong parent-caregiver partnerships. With over 20 years of experience, Miss Vicky leads a team of certified professionals who prioritize nutrition, physical activity, and structured learning. We exceed Alberta government standards for childcare while maintaining a warm, family-like atmosphere. Our daily programs include creative arts, music, homework assistance, and outdoor activities designed to stimulate growth in all areas.All staff hold first aid certifications and undergo rigorous background checks to ensure child safety. We serve families in Edmonton with flexible before-and-after-school care for children aged 5+. Our commercial kitchen provides nutritious meals and snacks that fuel children's energy throughout the day. Through consistent routines and personalized attention, we help children build confidence, social skills, and a love for learning. The proof of our success lies in the happy faces of children at the end of each day.
Services
Childcare Services
After-School Care
Meal Programs
Homework Assistance
Arts & Crafts
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of childcare experience with certified Level 3 staff
- Our team maintains first aid certifications and complete thorough background checks
- We provide nutritious meals prepared daily in our commercial kitchen
- Our program includes homework assistance and structured learning activities
- We offer safe, supervised outdoor play and indoor physical activities
Services
Childcare Services
Our licensed childcare program provides full-day care for children aged 5+. Certified caregivers create a nurturing environment with structured activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development. We follow Alberta government standards while maintaining small group sizes for personalized attention. Our program includes arts and crafts, music, physical activities, and homework assistance.
After-School Care
Our Before and After School Care (OSC) program serves children aged 5+ with transportation from multiple local schools. The program includes homework assistance, structured recreational activities, and supervised play. Certified staff ensure a safe environment where children can complete schoolwork before pick-up while engaging in creative and physical development opportunities.
Meal Programs
Our commercial kitchen provides three daily meals following a rotating menu. Each day features balanced nutrition with options like hot sandwiches, fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Snacks include both sweet and savory options while accommodating basic dietary needs. Meals are designed to provide sustained energy for children's daily activities and development.
Homework Assistance
Our staff provides structured homework assistance during after-school hours. Children receive guidance with assignments while working in a focused environment. The program helps ensure schoolwork completion before pick-up, allowing families to enjoy uninterrupted evening time. Assistance covers core subjects with an emphasis on developing independent learning habits.
Arts & Crafts
Daily arts and crafts sessions include painting, drawing, and crafting with various materials. Children explore creativity through projects like seasonal collages, leaf rubbings, and musical instrument play. Completed artworks are sent home regularly. The program develops fine motor skills while encouraging self-expression and artistic exploration in a supportive setting.
People
Vicky Barclay
Owner & Director
Certified Level 3 Childcare Worker with over 20 years experience. Specializes in child development and conflict resolution. Passionate about music and physical activity's role in child growth. Holds first aid certification and maintains rigorous staff training standards. Active community member with deep understanding of local childcare needs.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for children aged 5+ through our licensed daycare and after-school programs.
Do you offer transportation from local schools?
Yes, we pick up from multiple schools including Highlands, Virginia Park, and Suzuki Charter School.
Are meals included in the program?
Yes, we provide three daily meals prepared fresh in our commercial kitchen with nutritious options.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All caregivers are certified in childcare, hold first aid training, and complete background checks.
Do you help with homework completion?
Our after-school program includes structured homework assistance to ensure assignments are completed.
What safety measures do you have in place?
We maintain police and child welfare checks for all staff, with secure facilities and emergency protocols.
