Before-School Daycare and After-School Daycare in Pickering
At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, children enjoy fun mornings and afternoons through our dynamic before and after-school programs in Pickering. Our program is designed for kids aged between 6 years old and 12 years old and helps to begin the education process for your children, while our childcare educators are focused on providing a fun and engaging environment. We utilize engaging methods of education to set your children on a path towards self-worth and success. Our before and after-school options are helpful for working families whose children are attending another program elsewhere. Is transportation an issue? We can help! Ask about our shuttle service. With over 40 years of experience in before-school daycare in Pickering, Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten is the go-to school for young kids in the area. Register with us today to get your child’s learning journey started!
While some independence is beneficial, too much unstructured time at home can lead to youngsters neglecting their academic responsibilities and isolating themselves. When they have a fun atmosphere to spend time in before and after school, you don't have to worry about inertia or boredom. We can transform those aimless hours into productive time.
Visit our FAQ page, where we have compiled some commonly asked questions about our services. Contact us today for more details about our before-school daycare in Pickering.
Before School Care
Children Attending School
Elsewhere
Kindergarten
⬜ $73.71
⬜ $99.23
⬜ $150.26
School Age
⬜ $141.00
⬜ $189.00
⬜ $289.00
After-school Care
Children Attending School
Elsewhere
Kindergarten
⬜ $73.71
⬜ $99.23
⬜ $150.26
School Age
⬜ $141.00
⬜ $189.00
⬜ $289.00
Learn more about our early learning curriculum at the Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten.
BALANCED CARE BEYOND SCHOOL HOURS
The before-and-after-school program offers a structured yet enjoyable setting where children can continue learning and socializing outside regular class time. Morning care provides a calm start to the day with light activities and preparation for school, while afternoon sessions allow children to unwind through creative projects, outdoor play, and group games.
Trained staff maintain a safe and inclusive environment that encourages independence, cooperation, and positive behaviour. This program bridges the gap between home and school schedules, ensuring children receive consistent care, supervision, and opportunities for personal growth each day.
PURPOSE AND IMPORTANCE OF BEFORE-SCHOOL DAYCARE
Before school, daycare plays an important role in family and community life. It bridges the gap between home and the classroom, offering children a secure and structured space each morning.
Key purposes include:
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Providing dependable care before the start of the school day.
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Encouraging smooth morning transitions from home to school routines.
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Supporting early social development through group interaction.
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Promoting responsibility and time management in young children.
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Allowing parents flexibility for commuting or early work commitments.
Our team at Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten aims to maintain consistency and reliability of our before-school daycare in Pickering while supporting children’s emotional well-being and readiness to learn.
PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME
Selection of 2, 3 or 5 days a week:
Before School
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
After-school
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
BENEFITS OF BEFORE-SCHOOL DAYCARE IN PICKERING
Before school, daycare offers a multitude of benefits for parents and kids alike. Here are a few of those benefits for your consideration:
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Safety outside of school hours: For parents who are quite busy with their work, our before-school daycare can act as a safe place for their kids outside of school hours. Here, we encourage kids to play, complete their homework and interact with other kids.
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Keeps them engaged and busy: The free time that your kids have will be utilized very well in adapting to new people and experiences. They will be engaged in fun and educational activities.
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Improves social dynamics and communication: Your kid will meet other kids of the same age group who might be younger or older than them. This will give them a chance to improve their communication and build better social relationships.
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Allows kids to explore more: Apart from assisting with homework, our professional childcare instructors can help your children expand their minds to new activities and experiences. We provide a few initiatives that can assist students in boosting their academic performance as well.
If you'd like to learn more about how our before-school daycare in Pickering can help your child, please don't hesitate to get in touch . We invite you to browse our testimonials section to learn more about what others have been saying about us. We also offer other programs for different requirements.
WHY CHOOSE COLWELL NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN FOR AFTER AND BEFORE SCHOOL DAYCARE IN PICKERING?
At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, we take great pride in offering exceptional before-school daycare services in Pickering. When choosing us as your childcare provider, you can trust that your child's well-being, safety, and development are our top priorities. Here are some reasons why you should consider our before and after-school daycare programs:
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Experienced and caring staff: Our team of childcare educators is highly experienced and dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for children. They are passionate about fostering each child's growth and development.​
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Licensed and accredited facility: Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten is a licensed facility in good standing with the Ministry of Education. We adhere to strict safety and hygiene standards, ensuring a secure and healthy environment for your child.
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Diverse and engaging activities: We offer a wide range of fun and educational activities for children, including arts and crafts, pretend-playtime, indoor and outdoor play, and much more. Our programs are designed to keep children engaged, curious, and excited about learning.
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Transportation services: We provide transportation to and from school in selected areas. Contact us to see if your child's school is part of the schools we service.​
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Community involvement: We believe in giving back to the community. Through initiatives like "Dress Down Fridays" and our annual "Operation Christmas" toy drive, we teach children the importance of kindness and generosity.
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Enriching learning experience: Our full-day and half-day before-school daycare programs are tailored to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of our students in Pickering. We continuously evolve and adapt our programs to provide the most enriching experience for each child.
TESTIMONIALS
Find out what other parents think about our daycare:
Excellent Service
“Friendly environment and caring staff . Well extablished Day Care. My children are well taken care of. It is a fun place for the kids and I am very happy with the level of care, especially with the nutritious meals.”
- Carole M.
Supportive Staff
“i went here in 1st grade. staff where nice plus this place offerd transportation not gonna lie but i miss this place a bit”
-Jasper M.
Positive Remarks
“Communication, Quality, Professionalism, Value”
-Amanda B.
FAQs
Here are some common questions about our before-school daycare in Pickering:
At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, we aim to provide children with a loving, supportive, and educational environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. If you have any further questions or would like to enroll your child in our before and after-school daycare program, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to assist you and ensure your child's daycare experience is positive and enriching.
Our Facility Also Offers
Want to enrol your kid for after and before-school daycare in Pickering? Let us know by giving us a call or writing to us. We will be happy to assist you with the following:
An adapted environment for school-age kids.
Transportation to and from school in the selected areas. (Contact us to know if your kid’s school is part of the schools we service.)
Diverse after-school activities, including pretend-playtime, arts and crafts, Lego blocks, inside and outside playtime, and much more.
For upcoming enrolment details, please visit our registration information page.
