To provide an environment that can make a dramatic difference in early brain development; influencing learning, behavior and healthy habits throughout the life-cycle. To encourage ...more...See more text
If choosing the right daycare for your child seems like an overwhelming task, visit Winona Childrens Centre! We're located in the Stoney Creek community of Hamilton, in proximity t...more...See more text
My family and I have been with Winona Childrens Centre for many years now, and we can not say enough about how pleased we are. I have been in Child Care for many years, so I know what it takes to run a successful Centre. My son was happy at drop off and happy at pick up! The staff are very professional, loving and supportive towards the children in their care. The owner is always available, and can often be seen in the mornings greeting the parents and their children as they arrive. Read more
Wonderful Centre with wonderful staff and an amazing warm nurturing environment. Very clean and well maintained Centre feels like a home away from home.Read more
Willowbrae Academy in Burlington is a child care centre focused on giving infant to school-age children enriched care. Director Josie Mancini ensures a loving and safe environment ...more...See more text
Parkside Daycare is a fully licensed child care facility with certified professional instructors. Our management team has over 40 years of combined experience. It is our mission to...more...See more text
Little Kids has provided my daughter with an amazing place to discover,learn,and grow. The teachers and staff have been amazing and truly interested in building relationships. The teachers have been consistent, engaging and always provide a positive and warm environment. The centre has been flexible and accomodating to our family schedule and needs. We are grateful to have discovered Little Kids. Read more
I love early scholars so much I am just looking for places to review it. My daughter is just leaving early scholars to start school. For over a year and a half neither my daughter nor I have had a single complaint. The food is great and healthy, the teachers are amazing and really know each child and help them to grow. And Mrs leach, we love you too, always there, we consider you all part of the family.Read more
We are a government-licensed, self-supporting organization dedicated to promoting safe, reliable, quality childcare for children 6 weeks to 6 years old.more...See more text
Took my daughter to this daycare 3 years ago and was very happy with the teachers and the management. I have registered my second daughter at ERC and know that my child will be in good hands while I'm at work.Read more
Western Heights Montessori Academy, formerly known as Little Lords and Ladies Children’s Centre, has been serving the Oakville and Burlington community since 2008. Operating in ou...more...See more text
Highly qualified loving teachers, great parent teacher communication and awesome private spacious playground! Truly a great experience for my child who enjoyed French, Music and Yoga classes. Food is freshly prepared on site and using organic ingredients. Highly recommend it to anyone!Read more
Welcome to Childrens Choice Childcare. Our Centre's eclectic philosophy encourages children to learn through open ended play experiences. We have created a Holistic approach to Ear...more...See more text
Here at Little Hands Daycare we have two centres that provide full time and part time child care. We provide nutritious breakfast lunch and afternoon snacks following Canada's Food...more...See more text
Enroll your child at the Ancaster Montessori School to start them off on the right foot. Our programs are designed for children ranging in age from 15 months to 6 years old, such a...more...See more text
Public Works - Notice of Bridge Work Bridge #18 which is located on Cayuga Road between 2nd and 3rd Line will be closed for bridge work beginning on Monday August 11th, 2014 until ...more...See more text
Kendellhurst Academy is a preparatory school developed to provide parents with an alternative to Montessori education and regular day care facilities. Though Montessori and regular...more...See more text
Alton Kids Child Care Center, we promote 'Learning through play and experience'. We achieve this by concentrating on the child's physical, social, emotional, spiritual, artistic an...more...See more text
Circle of Friends for Newcomers conveniently located in Central Hamilton on Queen St. North between York Boulevard and Barton St. We are a not-for-profit community-based organizati...more...See more text
Little Kids Daycare Centre has been providing quality childcare to the Halton Community since 2002. We offer safe and nurturing environments for children 15 months to 9 years of ag...more...See more text
Century Childcare offers a unique educational and social environment for pre-school and kindergarten aged children. Our school combines the rich tradition of Montessori Education w...more...See more text
WELCOME TO THE HALTON RESOURCE CONNECTION. The Halton Resource Connection THRC works in partnership with individuals and organizations who serve the interests of children and youth...more...See more text
Four steps to finding childcare services in Hamilton ON
The confirmation is in: the stork will be flying overhead in a few months. Quick! It’s time to get looking for childcare services. That’s no joke; your return to work will come fast enough, and daycare waiting lists are long in Hamilton ON.
Step one: Listen Word of mouth is always a good starting point. If you have friends who already have children in childcare services, ask them how they found their babysitter or daycare centre. Get several points of view so you can make a list of all the advantages and disadvantages of each kind of child care provider.
Step two: Browse the Internet and newspapers A search on your provincial government’s family services website may turn up a list of regulated childcare services in Hamilton ON. You can also find information on their website about financial assistance for child care. Whether regulated or not, home daycares sometimes advertise in newspapers or on community websites providing information on available space.
Step three: Visit See if it’s possible to visit the daycares or home child care facilities you’re considering. Ask lots of questions and gather information about their policies on the following things:
Staff training
Emergency care plans
Hygiene and cleanliness
Food and allergies
Hours of operation
Accessibility for children with special needs
Late pick-up policy
Step four: Register Once you’ve made the rounds of the childcare services available in Hamilton ON, it’s time to pick the ones you like best and put your name on their waiting lists. Depending on the situation in your area, it may be a good idea to put your name on several lists. In the meantime, make the most of your pregnancy to get ready and be sure to enjoy every precious minute at home with your baby.