Little Bloomers Childcare attempts to create and provide a stimulating environment so that it will meet the needs of each child in order for them to grow to the fullest capacity to which they are capable of achieving. The program will be flexible to meet the needs, the appropriate level, and capabilities of each child. The areas of development in which we will work to nurture are intellectual, mental, physical, social and emotional.
About Our OrganizationWho We AreThe Developmental Disabilities Association is a community living agency that provides over 50 community-based programs and services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in Vancouver and Richmond. We create extended networks of support, invest in individual needs, and strive for an inclusive and safe community. Over 1,600 individuals and families in the Vancouver and Richmond area are serviced by the Developmental Disabilities Association every year.Our MissionTo enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential.Our ValuesTo pursue our mission with expertise, integrity, respect, and conviction.For any questions about the Association, please email info@develop.bc.ca . What is a Developmental Disability?Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy and Down's Syndrome are three of the most common examples of developmental disabilities. Although these are common developmental disabilities, an innumerable variety of developmental disabilities exists.
Oakridge Montessori Children's Learning Centre is designed for children from toddler through kindergarten school age. Our passion is working with children in a nurtured environment that provides a vibrant, enriching and unique learning experience that develops in them a life-long love of learning.Our Montessori certified teachers are specially trained in using Dr. Montessori's methods and materials to successfully guide each child in developing unique abilities within a carefully planned curriculum.
Our excellent curriculum provides for learning opportunities through socialization, free play, group activities, arts and crafts, and more. Our facilities enable compelling, creative play-based learning in a safe, respectful, and inviting space. Led by our talented team of teachers, the parent participation model is one that has fostered as sense of community among our families year after year, and long after the children have moved on to elementary school. Our large classroom facilities are located in the lower level of the Dunbar Community Centre. This spacious, bright, and inspiring space invites children to explore a variety of activities in an open-concept environment.
Founded in 1988, and run by a team of seasoned early childhood educators and Montessorians, our center maintains a reputation of excellence. The classes, full of natural light, overlooks the beautiful St. Andrew's park located in the city of North Vancouver. We are a licensed "all day preschool" which provides quality childcare services monitored by Vancouver Coastal Health.
Ivy Montessori School offers a progressive Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten program that is grounded in the belief that education is fluid, not static.we also encourage parents to share their knowledge and experience with our students.