Our PhilosophyAs the name ''Educare'' suggests, this Centre has always recognized the value in learning through play. In effect, play is a child's work. To this end, ''Educare'' of...more...See more text
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My child has been attending MDNS since she was a toddler and I'm thrilled with the level of care she receives. The teachers are compassionate and loving, educated in child care techniques, respectful and professional in dealing with parents. The staff have never used physical punishments. Assuming parents discipline properly at home and teach children to be respectful, the staff can focus on teaching and preparing children for school. Can't say enough wonderful things about MDNS! Read more
Four steps to finding childcare services in Cardinal 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 Cardinal 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 Cardinal 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 Cardinal 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.