Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Quality Childcare Solutions
Stamford Green Day Nursery has been a trusted provider of quality childcare in Niagara Falls since 1964. Our philosophy centers on the belief that play is a child's primary mode of learning, fostering essential skills through hands-on experiences and social interaction. We offer age-specific programs for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, with a focus on early literacy through our Jolly Phonics curriculum. Our facility features a natural outdoor learning environment and a dedicated team of Registered Early Childhood Educators committed to nurturing each child's development. We maintain a strong emphasis on nutrition, preparing all meals fresh daily using local ingredients while accommodating dietary restrictions.Our flexible scheduling options include full-time, part-time, and before/after-school programs to meet diverse family needs. With a 55-year history in the same location, we've maintained consistent ratios of 5:1 for toddlers and 8:1 for preschoolers to ensure personalized attention. Our enhanced safety protocols include rigorous cleaning schedules, dedicated material bins for each child, and a night custodial team for thorough disinfection. We offer summer camp programs with themed weeks and field trips to enrich children's learning experiences throughout the year. As a community-focused institution, we strive to create a warm, inclusive environment where children develop foundational skills for lifelong success.
Services
Childcare Programs
Summer Camp
Before School Care
After School Care
Nutrition Services
Outdoor Learning
Phonics Education
Flexible Scheduling
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We offer 55 years of experience in early childhood education since 1964
- Our play-based learning approach develops essential life skills through experience
- We prepare fresh, nutritious meals daily using local ingredients with no added sugars
- Flexible scheduling options accommodate full-time, part-time, and school-age needs
- Our natural outdoor learning environment enhances children's exploration and creativity
Services
Childcare Programs
Our age-specific childcare programs cater to toddlers (18-30 months), preschoolers (2.5-6 years), and school-age children (4-12 years) with regulated staff-to-child ratios. Each program incorporates play-based learning, early literacy development through Jolly Phonics, and structured social interaction opportunities. Our experienced educators create individualized learning experiences while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that supports each child's developmental needs.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp offers themed weeks and field trips for children aged 4-12 years, operating from late June to July. Activities include tropical island adventures, mystery-solving challenges, obstacle courses, and bowling trips. The program combines educational elements with recreational activities to create engaging summer experiences that prevent learning loss while fostering social skills and physical development through structured play.
Before School Care
We provide before-school care from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for children aged 4-12 years, offering a safe environment with breakfast service. Our program includes supervised activities and transportation assistance to local schools like Martha Cullimore, Victoria, and Prince Phillip French Immersion. The service helps families manage morning routines while ensuring children start their school day in a positive, supportive setting.
After School Care
Our after-school program runs from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM, providing structured activities and homework support for school-age children. The service includes transportation from St. Gabriel Lament and supervision for children attending local schools. We offer a balance of academic reinforcement, recreational activities, and social interaction opportunities to support continued development beyond regular school hours.
Nutrition Services
We prepare all meals and snacks fresh daily using local ingredients, following a four-week rotating menu that accommodates dietary restrictions. Our nutrition program includes morning and afternoon snacks plus lunch, featuring homemade meals like tomato basil soup, chicken pot pie, and healthy tuna pasta. We emphasize balanced nutrition with vegetables, fruits, proteins, and dairy while avoiding excess sugars, dyes, and additives to support children's health and development.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept children from 18 months to 12 years old across our various programs.
How has the nursery adapted to COVID-19 guidelines?
We've implemented enhanced cleaning protocols, cohort-based learning, dedicated material bins, and modified our hours to ensure safety while maintaining educational quality.
What schools do you provide transportation for?
We offer bus transportation for Martha Cullimore, Victoria, and Prince Phillip French Immersion schools, with walking accompaniment for St. Gabriel Lament students.
What educational approach do you use?
Our curriculum emphasizes play-based learning with Jolly Phonics for literacy development and structured social interaction opportunities across all age groups.
Do you accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, we work with families to address special dietary requirements while maintaining our focus on fresh, homemade meals without added sugars or artificial ingredients.
