Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Toronto for Ages 0-5
We are Sunburst Children's Centre, a licensed non-profit childcare provider operating in Toronto since September 1982. Our program, rooted in the Ontario Day Nurseries Act, prioritizes individualized care for children aged 0-5 through play-based learning. With a dedicated team averaging decades of experience, we foster holistic development in gross motor, fine motor, social, and cognitive skills while maintaining a nurturing environment. Our facility features secure outdoor spaces and specialized programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.Governed by a parent-elected board, we combine federal employee priority with community accessibility, ensuring each child receives personalized attention. Our inclusion policy supports children with special needs through staff collaboration and family partnerships. Backed by parent testimonials, we maintain open communication channels and have served generations of families in a home-like setting near G. Ross Lord Park.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
Inclusion Support
Donation Programs
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in childcare.
- Our staff provides individualized attention to each child.
- We offer a play-based curriculum promoting holistic development.
- Our facility includes secure outdoor play areas and on-site security.
- We maintain open communication with families for continuous support.
Associations and certifications
- Ontario Ministry of Education
- City of Toronto - Children's Services
What people say
Loving and caring staff
Individual approach to needs
Open communication
Crucial role in development
Safe educational environment
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program (0-18 months) provides nurturing care through age-appropriate activities that develop motor skills and sensory awareness. Certified educators create personalized routines for feeding, sleeping, and play while maintaining secure outdoor playtime. Parents appreciate our dedicated staff who have served for over 19 years.
Toddler Programs
For 18-30 month-olds, we focus on milestone development through structured play and social interaction. Our educators empower children to explore independence while maintaining safety. Programs include language development activities and multi-sensory learning experiences delivered by staff with 17+ years' experience.
Preschool Education
Our preschool program (2-5 years) combines creative play with foundational learning. Certified educators deliver curriculum covering literacy, numeracy, and social skills through hands-on activities. With 30-year veteran staff, we prepare children for school while nurturing individual potential in mixed-age classrooms.
Inclusion Support
We integrate children with special needs into our programs while providing necessary staff support. When additional resources are required, we collaborate with families to find appropriate solutions. Our inclusive approach follows Ontario Day Nurseries Act guidelines and has benefited from decades of staff experience.
Donation Programs
As a registered charity, we accept tax-deductible donations that directly improve educational resources. Funds help maintain our secure outdoor play areas and enhance learning materials. Community contributions ensure we continue providing quality care for Toronto families since our 1982 establishment.
People
Cathy Orr
Executive Director
With 31 years of experience, Cathy leads our team of educators while maintaining open family communication. She ensures our home-like environment meets developmental needs through age-appropriate programming and staff mentorship.
Sue Masi
Assistant Director
A 30-year veteran educator, Sue oversees daily operations and curriculum implementation. Fluent in Italian, she creates safe learning environments while supporting staff development across all age groups in our Toronto facility.
Sophie
Early Childhood Educator
Specializing in infant care for 19 years, Sophie fosters early development through nurturing interactions. Fluent in French, she creates welcoming environments where young children begin their educational journeys in secure, stimulating settings.
Verine Thompson
Early Childhood Educator
With 17 years working with toddlers, Verine empowers children to achieve developmental milestones. She personalizes learning experiences while maintaining structured routines that help young learners transition smoothly to preschool programs.
Carol Smith-Brown
Early Childhood Educator
A 23-year veteran in preschool education, Carol shapes young minds through creative play and foundational learning. She develops curriculum that balances structured activities with free exploration to prepare children for formal schooling environments.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children from 0 months to 5 years across three dedicated rooms: infant (0-18 months), toddler (18-30 months), and preschool (2-5 years).
How experienced is your staff?
Our educators have 10-31 years of experience, including multiple staff members with over 25 years in childcare, ensuring consistent, expert care for your child.
Do you accept children with special needs?
Yes, we follow Ontario's inclusion policy to integrate children with special needs while providing necessary staff support and collaborating with families when additional resources are required.
How do you communicate with parents?
We maintain open communication through daily updates, scheduled meetings, and our 31-year director who ensures families receive regular progress reports and immediate concerns resolution.
What makes Sunburst unique?
Our combination of experienced staff, secure outdoor spaces, individualized attention, and community-focused approach creates a home-like environment where children thrive developmentally since 1982.
