FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CHILDCARE PROGRAMS IN PICKERING
Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten is the home away from home for preschool kids aged from 2.5 years old to 6 years old. We offer quality part-time childcare in Pickering to small children that allows them to have fun and acquire social skills through positive interactions with teachers and other children of the same age group. Our curriculum for preschoolers enables kids to enter schools with rich vocabularies, pre-reading skills, and strong basic math skills.
You can rest assured your child will be off to an excellent start with our full-time and part-time childcare in Pickering and Ajax. We have over 40 years of experience and a high level of expertise in child care and development. Call us to book a guided tour of our facility and enroll your child in our preschool today.
PRESCHOOL – 30 MONTHS TO 6 YEARS
MONTHLY FEES
Bronze Level
2-½ Hours Per Day
Half Days
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM ☐
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM ☐
Includes Snacks
2 Days Per Week
⬜ $92.61
3 Days Per Week
⬜ $118.60
5 Days Per Week
⬜ $187.11
MONTHLY FEES
Silver Level
4 Hours Per Day
Extended Half-Days
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM ☐
11:30 AM – 3:30 PM ☐
Includes Lunch and Snacks
2 Days Per Week
⬜ $161.12
3 Days Per Week
⬜ $213.10
5 Days Per Week
⬜ $328.86
MONTHLY FEES
Gold Level
6 Hours Per Day
School Days
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Includes Lunch and Snacks
2 Days Per Week
⬜ $179.67
3 Days Per Week
⬜ $257.99
5 Days Per Week
⬜ $369.02
MONTHLY FEES
All-Inclusive
6+ Hours Per Day
Full - Days
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Includes Lunch and Snacks
2 Days Per Week
⬜ $183.33
3 Days Per Week
⬜ $262.17
5 Days Per Week
⬜ $403.99
THE BENEFITS OF DAYCARE
For many working parents, finding an engaging environment for their child can be challenging. While babysitters and other caretakers can certainly supervise your child, they can't provide the benefits our part-time childcare in Pickering provides, such as:
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Structured schedule: At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, we know that children benefit from a structured environment. We organize numerous activities that help them develop social, educational, and emotional skills.
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Interaction with peers: What sets daycares apart is providing a dynamic social environment where children can interact with their peers. They might not be able to do so at home, missing out on the advantages these social interactions can offer.
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Easier transition to educational environments: Our daycare centre in Pickering will gently introduce your child to their future academic years. Eventually, they will feel more comfortable in educational settings with collective activities.
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Safety, security, and comfort: Lastly, knowing that your child is in a safe and secure environment while you're at work can give you peace of mind. We have years of experience in taking care of children of varied age groups. We offer nap times, meals, and more.
Discover how our engaging curriculum supports early learning at Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten.
KEY COMPONENTS OF QUALITY PART-TIME CHILDCARE
Our part-time childcare programs in Pickering share several defining characteristics. These factors contribute to a safe, stimulating, and consistent environment for early learners.
Essential components include:
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Qualified early childhood educators: Professionals trained in Ontario’s early learning standards and child development practices.
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Play-based learning: Activities that encourage discovery, creativity, and cooperation through age-appropriate play.
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Safe and inclusive spaces: Environments designed to promote health, safety, and accessibility for all children.
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Family communication: Regular updates between educators and parents to share progress and insights.
These elements ensure that part-time childcare remains developmentally valuable even with limited weekly hours.
THE ROLE OF PART-TIME CHILDCARE IN EARLY DEVELOPMENT
Childcare plays an important role in the formative years of development. Consistent social and educational interaction, including in part-time settings, can support children's development and learning.
The key developmental benefits of part-time childcare include the following:
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Language skills: Interaction with peers and educators enhances vocabulary and communication.
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Cognitive growth: Early exposure to problem-solving activities fosters curiosity and reasoning.
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Social confidence: Participating in small-group play helps children develop empathy and cooperation.
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Motor skills: Fine and gross motor development occurs through hands-on and physical activities.
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Self-regulation: Children learn patience, turn-taking, and responsibility through guided routines.
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Independence: Regular participation in classroom routines can help children become familiar with expectations and complete age-appropriate tasks with increasing independence.
At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, part-time care supports these areas by providing age-appropriate opportunities for engagement and reflection throughout each session.
Contact us today for more information about our programs and part-time childcare in Pickering.
PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM FOR CHILDREN AGED 30 MONTHS TO 6 YEARS
Between 30 months and 6 years, children develop foundational skills through age-appropriate learning, play, and classroom routines. At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, the preschool curriculum supports part-time childcare in Pickering while addressing key developmental areas and helping children build skills needed for a positive transition to kindergarten.
Early Literacy and Language Development
Children build language and early literacy skills through conversations, stories, songs, and age-appropriate activities. They are introduced to vocabulary, letter recognition, sounds, listening skills, and early reading concepts.
Math and Problem-solving Skills
Early mathematics activities help children develop an understanding of numbers and relationships while practising reasoning and problem-solving. Learning may include:
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Counting and number recognition
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Sorting and classification
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Patterns and sequencing
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Shapes and spatial concepts
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Basic measurement and comparisons
Social and Emotional Development
Children develop social and emotional skills through group activities, classroom routines, and interactions with educators and peers. They practise communication, cooperation, sharing, turn-taking, and following instructions, while also learning to manage their emotions and transitions.
Creative Arts and Imaginative Play
Art, music, dramatic activities, and imaginative play provide opportunities for self-expression and creativity. These experiences can also support communication, coordination, social interaction, and flexible thinking.
Fine and Gross Motor Skills
Hands-on activities such as drawing, cutting, building, and manipulating objects support fine motor development. Running, jumping, balancing, and other movement activities support gross motor coordination and physical development.
Preparing for Kindergarten
The preschool curriculum brings these learning areas together through structured activities and daily routines. Children practise listening to instructions, participating in groups, completing age-appropriate tasks, managing transitions and developing independence, and helping establish foundational skills for kindergarten.
At Colwell Nursery School & Kindergarten, these early learning programs are designed to support each child's development as they build the skills, routines, and confidence needed for their next stage of learning.
PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME
Selection of 2, 3, or 5 days a week:
Half Day
9:00 AM to 11:30 AM or 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Extended Half-day Program
9:00 AM to 1:30 PM or 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Full Day
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Lunch Program
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Included with the extended half-day, school day, or full-day program.
School Day
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
OUR FACILITY ALSO OFFERS
Our services also include:
An adapted environment for children.
Zone for naps or rest time.
Day-long, interactive playtime focused on the different aspects of the curriculum.
Diverse activities, including painting, inside and outside playtime, signing, and much more.
Ready to enrol? Register your child today for the September to June school year.
TESTIMONIALS
Find out what other parents think about our part-time childcare:
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
Below are a few common questions about part-time childcare in Pickering:
Contact us to learn more about age-appropriate preschool learning and part-time childcare in Pickering.
