Hedgehog Homecare in Barrie daycare openings, reviews and ratings

Daycare description / philosophy

* New Lower Fees*

Meet the Educator

My name is Katie. I am a Registered Early Childhood Educator (2007), with an Honours BA in Psychology (2006) and a Bachelor of Education (2008). I have many years of experience working in elementary schools and daycare. My education has given me a strong foundation in the stages of child development; while my experience, has allowed me to observe this development first hand. I have taken the best techniques and educating skills from teachers and colleagues I have had to develop my approach to childcare. I focus on developing a happy, healthy and social child in a calm, caring and comfortable home environment. I strive to foster independent, life-long learners, through developmentally appropriate challenges that encourage each child to reach their full potential.
I am a married, mother of a beautiful, 10 month old girl. As a mother who loves children, I have decided to open my home to nurture your children, along with my daughter. I am first aid and CPR certified. In addition, I have a clean Police Record Check. My house is smoke free and fur free.

Philosophy

I strive to provide developmentally appropriate play based learning program, which will allow children to master the skills necessary for a happy, healthy and social childhood. I believe that each child has unique individual needs and abilities. I offer children an environment in which they have maximum potential to experience secure, stimulating and enjoyable opportunities for growth.

Hours of Operation

7:00am to 5:30pm

*I am prepared to discuss any extended care needs that you may have. My husband is a shift worker so I understand how tough childcare can be to find. I am open to working evenings and the odd weekend.

Fees

Hedgehog Homecare charges $35 per day, per child under the age of four and $20 per day, per child in before and after school care ($30 when the child will be in my care for the full day). Fees are to be paid weekly on the Friday before the week commences. Posted-dated cheques are accepted.

Nutrition

I will provide two snacks and one hot meal each day in accordance with the Canadian Food Guide. I will work with a four week menu rotation. The following is a sample of one of the four weekly menus I will serve. Meal plans will be posted each week so you know exactly what your child is eating.

Outdoor Play

Weather permitting; we will be playing outside each day for one to two hours. We will stay inside when the weather is worse than -20 with the windchill during the winter and over +30 with the humidex in the summer. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather.

Hedgehog Homecare's Schedule

7:00am Arrivals- quiet play (puzzles, books, table top games)
8:00am Washroom routine
8:30am Snack
8:45am Story time either inside or outside
9:00am Free play (outside) and a structured learning activity
10:00am Tidy up
10:15am Head inside
10:30am Indoor free-play (prepare lunch)
11:15am Lunch time
11:45am Washroom routine
12:00pm Story time/ children settled for nap
2:00pm Children that are awake start quiet play
2:30pm Snack time
2:45pm Art and structured learning activity
3:45pm Washroom routine
4:00pm Free play (outdoors)
5:00pm Tidy up/ quiet activities
5:30pm Daycare closes

The daily schedule will vary based on the weather, in addition to, the ages and needs of the children in care. If a child is in need of a morning nap, they will nap on demand. As well, bottle-fed babies will be fed on demand. Washroom breaks and diaper changes will be completed as needed (more frequently if toilet training).

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