We are a non-profit organization committed to providing quality child care to the children and families in our community. We are conveniently located in Durham District School Board schools and have locations across Durham Region. We care for children from infancy through to 12 years of age.
"Little Vineyard CHILDCARE
Age 4 to 12 yrs old
open 6:30am -6pm
Include hot meal and two snack
I entered the childcare field because I love children. I believe children should be in an environment where they are loved, nurtured and their needs are met. Since I was 14 years old I took care of families and neighbors' children. As an Early childhood Educator (ECE-George Brown College and currently in University of Ontario taking my BA Education) I believe children who enter a childcare facility at an early stage will have a bright promising future. Early Childcare provides a positive impact on a child's life; a healthy, intellectual, socially and emotionally stimulating environment leading towards a higher future education and becoming a good citizen in our society. I have two children of my own and I understand first hand, that a proper childcare environment has a great impact on a child's development.
Kids Korner Learning Center recognizes the important correlation between learning and play. We encourage self esteem and a positive sense of self through fun activities that increase confidence while enticing a child to learn.Our Play-Focused Learning Curriculum uses praise to build on each individual child's current skill level, recognizing that every child grows and develops at their own pace, often unrelated to their age.
My daughter was in this place for one and half year , for toddler and preschool . She learned many things , friendly staff, safe place, well organized , and staff supervise children closely. I had a very good experience with this centre and would recommend it.
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All children are special and each has his/her own personality, strengths and weaknesses and rates and ways of learning. As educators, it is our responsibility to tap into how a particular child learns, and develop strategies to help the child master all basic skills. It is our responsibility to capitalize on a child's strengths and give them the required tools to deal with their weaknesses. Smart Start Learning Centres is committed to helping the whole child develop and reach their potential. Emotional, physical, cognitive and social growth are all essential aspects of a child's development and thus our centre's programs are geared to promote these facets of a child's development. Children who feel secure and appreciated in their surroundings gain confidence. It is therefore one of our goals to create a safe, clean and secure environment for the children in our care. We will try our best to avoid numerous or frequent staff changes by giving our staff a pleasant work environment. This consistency for children increases the level of security.
We have been at Smart Start for over 5 years and couldn't imagine our life without them!All of the teachers are wonderful and nurturing.The food provided is freshly made at the centre, so my children ate everything, even as picky toddlers!The teachers encourage independence and when my eldest started school, the teachers at school were impressed with his abilities and maturity - all because of Smart Start!They also helped alot with potty training, reading, writing, socialisation, everything!Read more