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Garden House

  • Play
  • Learn
  • Grow

Nurturing the minds, bodies, and hearts of children in a safe, stimulating environment. We focus on play-based learning, individualized attention, and family collaboration to ensure each child thrives at their own pace.

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Enrollment & Fees

Enrollment & Fees

Enrollment Process

  • $60 non-refundable registration fee

  • $200 deposit (applied to final month with 1-month notice)

Tuition

  • Contact for the most recent fees

Referral Bonus

  • 1 free week for each family referred (full-time)

  • 2 free days for part-time referral

Emergency Procedures

In case of emergency:

  • Staff will follow pre-established evacuation or shelter-in-place plans

  • Parents will be contacted immediately

  • Children will be relocated to the North Vancouver Public Library, if needed

Emergency kits must be provided by each family and include:

  • Snacks, water, blanket, flashlight, comfort item, family photo, contact info

Infant & Toddler Care (Ages 0-36 months)

  • Small group setting: 8 children with 2 qualified caregivers

  • Personalized routines for feeding, diapering, and naps

  • Daily outdoor and indoor activities

  • Clean, shoe-free infant room

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Daily Schedule (Sample)

  • 8:00 AM – Arrival & Free Play

  • 10:00 AM – Snack & Outdoor Play

  • 12:00 PM – Lunch

  • 12:30–2:30 PM – Nap/Quiet Time

  • 2:45 PM – Snack & Afternoon Activities

  • 5:00 PM – Pick-Up

Note: Individual routines are respected and adapted as children grow.

Clean, Safe, and Nurturing

  • Regular sanitization and a “no shoes” policy in the infant room

  • Staff maintain clear sight lines and close supervision

  • Emergency preparedness plans and kits in place

  • Peanut-free center

  • Compliance with BC Child Care Licensing Regulation

Balanced Meals & Snacks

  • 2 nutritious snacks + 1 hot lunch provided daily

  • Follows Canada’s Food Guide

  • Meals include fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains

  • Food prepared following BC food safety standards

  • Families informed about daily menu

  • All allergies and sensitivities carefully managed

Parents are welcome to bring food but must follow peanut-free policy. Thermoses are recommended for hot meals.

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Baby’s First Christmas Activities (Safe, Developmentally Supportive & Vancouver-Friendly)

Your baby’s first Christmas is a magical milestone filled with twinkling lights, cozy moments, and new traditions — but it can also feel overwhelming for parents. This expert guide from Garden House Child Care Centre in Vancouver shares safe, developmentally appropriate holiday activities, gentle routines, sensory-friendly ideas, and meaningful keepsakes to help your family enjoy a calm, joyful, and memorable first Christmas. From managing holiday gatherings to choosing infant-safe décor and creating simple traditions, this trusted resource supports Vancouver parents in celebrating the season with confidence.

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Illness Policy

Children must stay home if they:
Have had a fever, vomiting, or diarrhea in the past 48 hours
Show signs of communicable illness
Are too unwell to participate in daily activities
Our staff are trained to identify symptoms and will contact parents immediately when necessary.

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Balanced Meals & Snacks

2 nutritious snacks + 1 hot lunch provided daily
Follows Canada’s Food Guide
Meals include fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains
Food prepared following BC food safety standards
Families informed about daily menu
All allergies and sensitivities carefully managed
Parents are welcome to bring food but must follow peanut-free policy. Thermoses are recommended for hot meals.

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Guidance & Discipline

Screen Time:
Zero screen time for children under 2
Encouragement of interactive, physical, and musical play instead
Supervision:
Active, attentive supervision at all times
Regular headcounts and incident reporting
No unsupervised access to water troughs or outdoor spaces
Visitors are politely screened for safety

About Us

Our Philosophy

At Garden House, we believe that children learn best through play. Our role is to create enriching environments filled with stimulating materials and age-appropriate activities. Every child is unique, and we respect their pace, preferences, and developmental stage.

We are committed to supporting your child’s:

  • Physical development

  • Cognitive growth

  • Emotional well-being

  • Social and creative skills

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Parent Info

What to Bring

  • Labeled extra clothes

  • Indoor shoes (for toddlers)

  • Diapers, wipes, creams (as needed)

  • Comfort item (blanket, pacifier, toy)

  • Seasonal items: muddy buddies, mittens, hats, sunscreen

Adjustment &

Separation

We support smooth transitions:

  • Gradual introduction encouraged

  • Consistent drop-off routine helps children feel secure

  • Parents may call to check in anytime

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