Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Edmonton, AB
Panda Cub House is a licensed, family-owned childcare facility dedicated to enhancing early childhood education in Edmonton's northeastern community since July 2013. Our management team combines immediate family members with carefully selected professionals, ensuring a nurturing environment that prioritizes safety, education, and holistic development. Located across multiple accessible sites near key schools and transit hubs, our facilities are designed with purpose-built amenities to meet the growing demand for quality childcare spaces.We invest heavily in staff development through monthly safety training, curriculum workshops, and third-party expertise, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Our commitment to excellence extends to transparent communication with families, structured withdrawal policies, and maintaining consistent operational standards across all our locations.
Services
Daycare Services
After-School Care
Toddler Programs
School-Age Programs
Summer Childcare
Staff Training
Parent Communication
Safety Workshops
Curriculum Development
Withdrawal Procedures
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 2013 with deep community roots in Edmonton
- Comprehensive staff training with monthly safety and curriculum workshops
- Three strategically located facilities near major schools and transit hubs
- Specialized programs for different age groups from toddlers to school-age children
- Transparent policies with structured withdrawal procedures and consistent standards
What people say
Exceptional level of care
Nurturing environment
Dedicated teachers
Positive impact on children
Heartwarming growth observed
Services
Daycare Services
Our licensed daycare program serves children aged 1 to 5 years in a structured environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development. With qualified educators and purpose-built facilities, we provide full-time care that includes educational curriculum, safety-focused practices, and regular parent communication. The program operates year-round with seasonal pricing adjustments.
After-School Care
Co-ed and girls-only after-school programs support students from Grade 1 to Grade 6 with supervised activities and homework assistance. Located near participating schools, these programs offer flexible scheduling options while maintaining consistent care standards. Services include transportation coordination and age-appropriate enrichment activities.
Staff Training
Comprehensive staff training includes monthly safety workshops, curriculum development sessions, and third-party expertise. This ongoing education ensures caregivers maintain current certifications and implement best practices in early childhood education while fostering professional growth opportunities.
Parent Communication
Structured communication protocols include formal withdrawal procedures, regular updates, and transparent fee policies. Parents receive detailed information about their child's progress through consistent reporting mechanisms and direct staff interactions.
Summer Childcare
Extended summer programming maintains care continuity for children during school breaks. The program features specialized activities while maintaining core educational principles and safety standards at increased seasonal rates.
People
Ludy & Elias Magracia
Owners & Miller DayHome Owners
Co-owners with extensive childcare experience, leading pedagogical direction and operational oversight across all Panda Cub House locations while maintaining hands-on involvement in daily operations.
Chantal Magracia
Director & Co-Owner
Experienced director implementing educational standards and staff development programs, ensuring consistent quality across all childcare services while maintaining direct engagement with educators and families.
Jaspreet Kaur Grewal
Assistant Director
Supports operational leadership with focus on staff mentoring and curriculum implementation, fostering collaborative team dynamics through regular professional development initiatives.
Maria Rochelle Simeon
Brintnell DayHome Owner
Manages day-to-day operations at the Brintnell location, ensuring alignment with organizational standards while addressing specific needs of school-age children in her care.
Babina Shrestha Thapa Magar
Manager
Oversees facility management and staff coordination, maintaining operational efficiency while supporting educators in creating nurturing environments for child development.
Questions
What ages does Panda Cub House accept?
We serve children aged 1 to 5 years in our daycare program and Grades 1-6 in our after-school care locations.
Are subsidies available for childcare services?
Subsidies apply only to our main daycare location at 16203 55 Street NW; after-school programs do not offer subsidies.
How are staff trained and supported?
Monthly safety training, curriculum workshops, and third-party professional development ensure our educators maintain current certifications and best practices.
What are the withdrawal policies?
A one-month notice is required for withdrawal to receive a refundable $150 deposit, with formal notification through our online system.
Where are your facilities located?
We operate three locations near Dr. Donald Massey School, Christ the King School, and Clareview transit hub in Edmonton.
How do you handle parent communication?
Regular updates, structured reporting, and direct staff access ensure transparent communication about your child's development and care.
