FAQs

  • Key FAQ's Related to Childcare Centre

  • What are the operating hours of the childcare Centre?

    The operating hours for the Sweet Love Childcare Centre are 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. This means that the centre is open and available to provide childcare services during this time. It’s always a good idea to confirm the operating hours with the centre directly to ensure that you have accurate information.

    What is the ratio of caregivers to children in the childcare Centre?

    At the Sweet Love Childcare centre, the ratio of caregivers to children varies depending on the age group. For toddlers, there is 1 educator for every 5 children. In the preschool group, the ratio is 1 educator for every 8 children.

    These ratios are in place to ensure that each child receives adequate care and attention while they are at the childcare centre.

    What kind of activities do you have for children at the childcare centre?

    At Sweet Love Childcare, we prioritize play-based and emergent learning approaches that are centered around your child’s needs and interests. Our activities are tailored to your child’s age, expectations, and curiosities to expand their imagination and creativity.

    Our centre is designed with specific areas that cater to your child’s development, including the block area, art, music and movement, sensory, outdoor, sand and water area, and home area. By providing diverse range of activities, we aim to create a fun and stimulating environment where your child can learn and grow.

    Is there a waiting list for enrollment in the childcare centre?

    Yes, we do provide a waiting list for enrollment in the Sweet Love Childcare centre. Our waiting list allows families to reserve a spot for their child, even if we don’t currently have an opening that matches their desired start date.

    To be added to our waiting list, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible to express your interest in our childcare services. Our staff will ask for your contact information, your child’s name and age, and your preferred start date.

    Does Sweet Love Childcare offer any services on holidays?

    Unfortunately, Sweet Love Childcare does not offer services on holidays.

    Do you offer discounts for siblings?

    Yes, we do offer a sibling discount at Sweet Love Childcare. We understand that families with multiple children may have a higher cost of living, and we want to do our part to help make childcare more affordable for these families.

    Do you offer scholarships?

    Sweet Love Childcare does not offer scholarships at this time. However, we do offer sibling discounts that can help make childcare more affordable for families.

    Are you able to accommodate children with special needs?

    Yes, we are able to accommodate children with special needs at Sweet Love Childcare. We believe that all children should have access to high-quality care and education, regardless of their abilities or differences.

    Our staff is trained to work with children with a wide range of special needs, including physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. We work closely with families to develop individualized care plans that address the unique needs of their child and ensure that they receive the support and accommodations they require.

    If you have a child with special needs and are interested in enrolling them at Sweet Love Childcare, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your child’s specific needs and how we can best support them. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all children in our care.

    Who is responsible for the protection of children on Licenced premises?

    The Directors, supervisors, and educators of Sweet Love Childcare are responsible for the protection of children on licensed premises. This includes ensuring that the environment is safe, the staff are trained in child protection and safety, and that appropriate policies and procedures are in place to prevent and respond to any incidents of harm or abuse.

    It is their duty of care to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all children in their care, and to take all necessary steps to protect them from harm or danger. This responsibility extends to all aspects of the child’s time at the centre, from arrival to departure, and includes activities, interactions with staff and other children, and the provision of food and other necessities.

    Is it better to keep a baby at home or in childcare?

    Enrolling a baby in childcare programs can provide an excellent opportunity for them to enhance and explore their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development with ease. Participating in such programs can help babies gain self-confidence and learn valuable skills from an early stage of childhood.

    By interacting with other children and caregivers, babies can develop their communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities, which can prove beneficial in their future growth and development. Therefore, opting for childcare can be a great decision to support a baby’s growth and development.

    How does childcare work in Canada?

    In Canada, childcare centres are considered an integral part of the educational system. These centres offer full-time and part-time care for children from birth up to the age of six years. They are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow under the guidance of qualified professionals.

    The staff members at these centres are trained to provide individualized care to each child, taking into account their unique needs and developmental stages. Overall, childcare centres in Canada aim to provide high-quality care and education to support children’s overall development and prepare them for success in their future academic and personal endeavors.

    What is a good age to start childcare?

    The best expected age to start the childcare centre is to start is 12 months.

    What kind of meals or snacks do you provide for the children?

    We will be providing healthy and balanced nutritious meals. We will be following Canada’s food guidelines for our childcare. In our childcare, we will be catering from one of the high-quality lunch programs in Niagara falls.