Business Details
46 Years
experience
Quality Child Care in Winnipeg Since 1980
Established in 1980, our organization has dedicated over four decades to providing quality early childhood education and care. We offer play-based programs tailored to infants, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and school-age children, emphasizing curiosity, collaboration, and holistic development. Our curriculum integrates nature-based learning and child-led exploration, supported by certified educators committed to fostering inclusive, empathetic environments.With five locations across Winnipeg, we prioritize strong partnerships with families and communities while maintaining rigorous staff training standards, including annual professional development and safety certifications.
Services
Infant Program
Preschool Program
Kindergarten Program
School Age Program
Nature-Based Learning
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We've provided child care expertise since 1980 with five established locations
- Our curriculum integrates nature-based learning and child-led exploration
- All staff maintain current First Aid, CPR, and professional development certifications
- We prioritize inclusive environments respecting diverse cultural backgrounds
- Programs specifically designed for each developmental stage from infancy to adolescence
Services
Infant Program
Our infant program provides nurturing care for children 12 weeks to 2 years old. Trained educators create personalized schedules with a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio, emphasizing physical development, emotional bonding, and sensory exploration through play-based activities.
Preschool Program
Designed for 2-5 year olds, this mixed-age program fosters social skills and cognitive development through play-based learning. Educators facilitate peer interactions, creative expression, and structured mealtime conversations in a supportive environment that accommodates varying developmental stages.
Kindergarten Program
Our kindergarten program combines play-based learning with emergent curriculum tailored to 4-5 year olds. Certified educators implement nature-based activities and teachable moments that develop literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills through child-initiated exploration.
School Age Program
Serving children 6-12 years old, this program supports independence through interest-led projects and STEM activities. The curriculum emphasizes character development, altruism, and safe outdoor exploration while providing homework assistance and structured recreational opportunities.
Nature-Based Learning
Integrated across all age groups, our nature-based programming encourages environmental stewardship through hands-on outdoor experiences. Children engage in seasonal exploration, risk-taking within safe parameters, and inquiry-based learning that connects classroom concepts to real-world applications in natural settings.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for children aged 12 weeks to 12 years through four distinct programs: Infant, Preschool, Kindergarten, and School Age.
What educational approach do you use?
Our curriculum emphasizes play-based learning and nature exploration, with emergent programming tailored to children's interests and developmental needs across all age groups.
Are your staff certified professionals?
All staff maintain current First Aid, CPR, and professional development certifications. Our team includes Child Care Assistants and certified Early Childhood Educators with specialized training.
How do you support child development?
We create inclusive environments that nurture physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth through structured play, peer interactions, and individualized attention from trained educators.
What locations are available?
We operate five centers across Winnipeg at A.E. Wright School, Constable Finney School, Elwick School, O.V. Jewitt School, and Templeton School.
