ToddlerToddlers are taught in a warm and nurturing environment at a ratio of one teacher for every five children, with a maximum of 15 children.
Our childcare teachers work with your child to explore and manipulate toys, books and sensory materials, which helps them to develop their curiosity, creativity, and independence. Music and outdoor play are integral parts of the program. |
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Planned educational activities and play are used in the Toddler program to:
- promote language development;
- build gross motor, fine motor and self-help skills
- encourage cooperation; and
- enable creative expression
What does a typical day look like?
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7:30 - 8:00 Drop-Off
8:00 - 8:45 Morning Snack 8:30 - 9:00 Free Play 9:00 - 9:45 Art and/or Circle Time 9:00 - 10:00 Diapers change and getting ready for outdoor 10:00 - 11:00 Outdoor Play 11:00 - 11:30 Circle Time or Book Time 11:30 - 12:15 Lunch 12:15 - 2:15 Nap 2:30 - 3:00 Snack 2:45 - 3:15 Diapers change and getting ready for outdoor 3:30 - 4:30 Outdoor Play 4:30 - 5:15 Free Play and Pick-Up |
We use the HiMama app to provide parents with photos and updates to show the fun that their child is having during the day. We are also able to provide you with information about meals, toileting and nap length.
We care about your child’s progress - at least once a year or when requested, your child’s teacher(s) will provide you with an individualized report card. The teacher will offer insight on your child’s development and progress in the Toddler Program.
We care about your child’s progress - at least once a year or when requested, your child’s teacher(s) will provide you with an individualized report card. The teacher will offer insight on your child’s development and progress in the Toddler Program.
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Yummy Food
Children in the Toddler Program are offered a morning snack, lunch (with milk) and afternoon snack that are prepared at the centre by our certified cook. Water is also provided throughout the day. SMCC is able to accommodate all sorts of food allergies and restrictions. |
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Program Options & Fees
For more information on fees for each type of care. see our Fees page. |
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Your Child's Transition to SMCC |
For families who have completed their registration package, we offer integration visits to allow children and a family member an opportunity to meet the staff and observe the program while offering the child an opportunity to join in outdoor play with his/her new friends. During Covid, these visits are restricted to outdoor time if the parent remains on the premises outside the fenced area. Outside of Covid time, traditionally the visits take place inside the program room.
The week before the child begins attending on a regular basis, we offer customized half days to allow the child a more relaxed entrance to the program. The rate is adjusted for these visits to reflect a half-day rate. |
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