Frequently Asked Questions
Our approach to learning is based on the Ministry of Education document, How Does Learning Happen? We offer a play based curriculum built upon emerging skills. For more information, please see our Values & Vision.
Class schedules are posted on our online platform, HiMama. All parents will be invited to sign-up to this app once their child has been registered with us.
For Pre-School age, the ratio is 1 caregiver to 8 children. For Kindergarten, the ratio is 1 caregiver to 13 children. For school age, the ratio is 1 caregiver to 15 children. There is a minimum of one Early Childhood Educator and one Early Childhood Assistant per room.
All meals and snacks adhere to the Child Care & Early Years Act, and follow the Canada Food Guide. For more information, please see our nutrition information and sample menus.
Yes, all staff are trained in Standard First Aid / CPR-C. We also have 2 trained Health & Safety representatives.
The daycare staff can administer medication. However, there are permission forms and instruction forms to be filled out first. Please visit the office to complete the necessary paperwork.
Yes! We ask that you provide diapers and supplies in your child’s cubby.
Kew Beach Daycare is an equal opportunity employer. All functions and all roles are performed by qualified, professional staff of all genders.
Yes! The kids get mucky outside, and all children must have a pair of indoor shoes to wear in the classrooms. This can be comfortable sneakers or slippers. No flip flops please.