Maria's Daycare in Orleans daycare openings, reviews and ratings

Daycare description / philosophy

Babies Welcome! Loving environment, over 23 years experience, new large playroom, weekly programming, daily journals, large yard, Information Book available with program samples, references, current police check, up to date CPR and First Aid, menu samples etc.
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I have been working with children my entire life starting with babysitting as a teenager, then working as a camp counsellor, later as a live-in nanny for 3 in Victoria BC and next in a structured daycare in Calgary with the babies and toddlers. Once I had my daughter I decided to start my own home daycare and have been doing it ever since.

I am a creative, crafty person who loves playing and working with children. I have lost count of the number of children to whom I have taught their letters, numbers, colours and shapes as well as how to write their name. I make a big deal out of every holiday and event such as birthdays. Occasionally I will include funny photographs of your child in his or her daily journal for your enjoyment.

I have many educational and fun toys, all in great shape and regularly cleaned. I also have tents, tunnels, tool benches, play kitchens etc to make their day fun and enjoyable. I exchange the toys frequently throughout each day so that the children continue to be stimulated and entertained.

The children each sleep in their own room. I do accommodate for a young child who still needs two naps per day.

I am an outdoor enthusiast and therefore try to spend as much time outdoor as possible. My yard is large and fenced in with a lot of fun toys to keep them busy. I provide parents with two week programs to keep them informed of my weekly themes and activities. I adjust the books and crafts to make them age appropriate and educational for all of the children regardless of their age.

Every Thursday we have a movie with treats and every Friday we have Show and Tell (a favourite of the children).

Once the children at 2 years old they rotate to become my 'Star of the Week'. This means that for one week, that child helps me post the weather on the weather board each morning, helps me choose the books for Circle Time each day, picks the movie for Movie Day, is allowed to bring a Show and Tell item in for each day (not just on Fridays) etc. The children love this and each Monday morning rush in to see whose photo is on the Star of the Week board.

I still keep in touch with past families and their children since, for a time period, they became a part of my family. If the above information appeals to you and fits what you are looking for then please feel free to meet with me, to see my set up and to pick up an Information Booklet with even more details.

Sincerely,

Maria