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Mon. 07:30am - 06:30pm
Tue. 07:30am - 06:30pm
Wed. 07:30am - 06:30pm
Thu. 07:30am - 06:30pm
Fri. 07:30am - 06:30pm

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Financial subsidies available
Government accreditation (license)
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Homegrown Tomatoes

Family / home daycare,
dayhome

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Toronto, M4E1E8
Ontario, Canada
Jeff
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Description

Many thanks for your interest in my childcare program! I am a kind and compassionate caregiver who enjoys actively engaging with children through play, activities and adventures. I have over 12 years of experience and exceptional references from all the families I've worked with in the past. I provide a unique offering in the form of a small home daycare with the benefits of a family style approach to raising children. As such, while I operate out of my own home (near Queen & Wineva), I limit the number of kids I care for and function more along the lines of a nanny share. Along with many local outings, bike rides and playdates, I take the kids to scheduled programs which I'll help book and organize with your input (such as music/dance/art/swimming). Day outings with my vehicle around the GTA are also common, visiting the Zoo, Wonderland, ROM, Aquarium, Science Centre and more, including outdoor activities and parks. I love heading out on adventures and exposing the kids to all of the wonderful things Ontario has to offer.

I approach childcare with the perspective that our world is a place for children to explore and enjoy without too much structure. We would have both busy days and lazy days during which time I'll fill their early years with a wide variety of experiences that are so valuable to growing minds. I like the freedom to pick activities and outings based on the season, weather, and what is of particular interest to them at that point in their childhood. Education takes place daily in everything we do, where I promote learning through hands on play and discovery combined with conversations about the activities taking place. I believe kids should be able to grow and develop at their own pace throughout which time I help build their confidence, interests and abilities. I prefer not to rush children into achieving adult determined milestones and avoid using societal expectations as a guideline for this. As such, I am in no hurry for kids to lose their comfort items and take a consciously relaxed approach to growing out of soothers, bottles, diapers, etc. Obviously it works best if your family shares in these philosophies.

I started providing childcare after our first daughter was born and have provided care for another ten kids (and eight families) over the course of being at home with my own children. I have first aid training, a driver's license abstract and a police vulnerable sector record check available. I regularly see the families that I've provided care for in the past and they will be happy to speak about my services. I'm currently providing care for two families, both with daughters who are 3 and 2 years old.

I offer a 10 hour window between 7:30am and 6:30pm for a daily rate of $95 per child. For a family with one child, this should offer some savings over a traditional nanny. For a family with two children it would be on par with an experienced nanny or a high-end daycare. The children will be my entire focus and I provide plenty of extra value in the experiences and outings we take. I cover the majority of our adventure expenses as part of your daily rate, and would be happy to discuss what is and isn't included in detail - so feel free to get in touch with any questions. Evening and overnight care is also available for the kids I regularly care for.

All said and done, if you like the idea of a down-to-earth, personalized and adventurous childhood for your kids, we would likely work well together. Be sure to reach out if this sounds of interest!
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Must reside locally within the neighbourhood.


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Date of last update: 2022-11-29 10:34:06
 
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