Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Nanaimo
At Katies Korner, we believe in nurturing children through play-based learning that fosters holistic development. Our programs are designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of children from infancy through after-school age. With over 35 years of combined experience in childcare, owners Leeann and Billy Billman lead a team of certified Early Childhood Educators dedicated to creating a safe, stimulating environment. We emphasize self-discipline, problem-solving, and mutual respect, ensuring children develop confidence and social responsibility.Our open-door policy encourages parent collaboration, while our structured routines and seasonal closures balance affordability with staff well-being. Through field trips, language exposure, and individualized attention, we prepare children for academic and personal success while maintaining transparency and ethical care practices.
Services
Infant/Toddler Care
Preschool Program
After-School Care
Childcare Subsidy Assistance
Parent Communication Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined experience in licensed childcare programs.
- Our team includes certified Early Childhood Educators with ongoing professional development.
- We maintain an open-door policy for parent collaboration and transparency.
- Our curriculum emphasizes play-based learning and problem-solving skills.
- We implement consistent, age-appropriate guidance strategies that promote self-discipline.
What people say
Excellent care
Well-prepared for school
Allergies identified early
Language learning opportunities
Smooth transitions for new children
Services
Infant/Toddler Care
Our Infant/Toddler Care Program serves children aged 3-36 months with personalized attention to developmental milestones. Certified educators create sensory-rich environments that promote motor skills, communication, and social interaction. Parents provide diapers and wipes while we focus on nurturing routines and early learning through play.
Preschool Program
Designed for 30-month-olds to five-year-olds, our Preschool Program combines structured activities with free play to develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills. We incorporate music, art, and physical activities while supporting toilet training and transition to school readiness through interactive learning.
After-School Care
Our After-School Care Program supports children aged 6-12 with transportation from Brechin School and homework assistance. We provide nutritious snacks, outdoor play, and enrichment activities that build responsibility and peer relationships in a safe, supervised environment.
Parent Communication
We maintain open communication channels through daily updates, parent-teacher conferences, and collaborative policy development. Our approach ensures families remain informed about their child's progress while contributing to program improvements that benefit all stakeholders.
Childcare Subsidy
We assist eligible families with government childcare subsidy applications and flexible payment plans. Our staff provides guidance through the subsidy process while maintaining confidential records and ensuring equitable access to quality care for all income levels.
People
Leeann Billman
Co-Owner
Certified Early Childhood Educator with 17 years of licensed group care experience, specializing in infant development and parent collaboration.
Billy Billman
Co-Owner
Early Childhood Educator holding VIU certification, focusing on school-readiness programs and staff development for 15+ years in licensed care.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for infants (3 months) through after-school children (12 years) across our licensed programs.
Are meals provided?
Parents supply snacks for preschoolers; we provide structured mealtimes with accommodations for dietary restrictions.
How do you handle behavioral issues?
We use positive guidance techniques that teach conflict resolution and self-regulation without humiliation or physical punishment.
Do you offer part-time options?
Flexible billing cycles accommodate part-time attendance with fees calculated based on scheduled days per week.
What safety measures are in place?
Our centers maintain secure access, trained staff ratios, and regular safety drills while following strict health protocols.
