Guiding young minds to grow and thrive
Welcome to Islington Village Child Care Centre, where we believe in creating an environment that nurtures growth, development, and creativity in children. Located in the heart of Islington Village, our daycare is a center of bright and stimulating spaces designed to encourage learning and play. Our dedicated team of Early Childhood Education professionals fosters a nurturing and positive atmosphere, ensuring your child's emotional, physical, and academic growth.
Our Philosophy
At Islington Village Child Care Centre, we take pride in our apple logo, which symbolizes learning, growth, and energy. Our vibrant red apple reflects our commitment to providing a stimulating environment for your child's development. We believe that a strong, supportive community is essential for children's growth. Our tree logo represents our role within our childcare center and the local community, emphasizing the uniqueness and beauty of every child who walks through our doors.
Nutrition
We provide delicious, organic meals and snacks catered by Real Food for Real Kids, following the Canada Food Guide for each age group. We maintain a nut-free facility to ensure the safety of children with allergies. Our goal is to promote health, safety, nutrition, and well-being by offering balanced meal options and providing a secure, gated playground.
Curriculum
Our play-based education and emergent curriculum focus on developing cognitive skills, fine and gross motor skills, and creativity. Each classroom is tailored to specific age groups with age-appropriate centers that encourage both learning and play. We offer programs for:
- Infants (9 months - 18 months)
- Toddlers (18 months - 30 months)
- Preschool (30 months - 48 months)
- Senior Preschool & JK/SK (48 months - 66 months)
We incorporate Jolly Phonics in our preschool program to encourage an early start on reading. Our Senior Preschool & JK/SK program provides a nurturing environment to ease children into the transition of starting school.
Health, Safety, and Well-being
Our commitment to health, safety, nutrition, and well-being includes:
- Snacks and meals that comply with the Canada Food Guide for each age group
- A secure, gated playground
- Safety cameras observing the entire premises
- Vulnerable sector police checks for all staff, students, volunteers, and caregivers
- Regular sharing of information with parents via electronic daily reports and/or email updates
- Celebration of family-oriented days, such as Mother's Day
- Communication boards within each classroom, providing updates on staff schedules, daily experiences, and outdoor play
Creating Positive Relationships
We support positive and responsive relations between children, parents, caregivers, and staff by:
- Encouraging open communication
- Celebrating family-oriented days
- Maintaining communication boards in each classroom
Positive Communication and Exploration
Our caregivers support children's positive communication by:
- Role modeling appropriate and positive means of communication
- Strengthening children's abilities to self-regulate
To foster children's exploration, play, and inquiry, our caregivers:
- Use the ELECT document to plan experiences and activities
- Rotate and provide materials, toys, and supplies that keep the children engaged and interested
Join us at Islington Village Child Care Centre, where we create a nurturing and positive atmosphere for your child's growth and development.
Overall Experience
The reviewers have praised Islington Village Childcare Centre (IVCCC) for its exceptional staff, programming, and facilities.
Staff and Communication
The staff at IVCCC have been commended for being supportive, communicative, and responsive to parents' needs. They have been described as friendly, welcoming, and proactive in their communication, providing regular updates and developmental notes about the children.
Facilities and Programming
The facilities at IVCCC have been described as clean, well-maintained, and spacious, with a great outdoor play space. The programming has been praised for being relevant and engaging, with creative and sensory activities that cater to the children's needs.
Care and Attention
The staff at IVCCC have been praised for providing exceptional care and attention to the children, making them feel safe, loved, and comfortable. The centre's dedication to the well-being of the children has given parents complete peace of mind while they are at work.
Administrative Staff
The administrative staff at IVCCC have been commended for being approachable, friendly, and efficient in handling any questions or concerns.
Negative Review
One reviewer had a negative experience with the management, citing greed and unqualified educators as concerns.
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