North Vancouver/West Vancouver



 

North Shore
Child Care & Parenting Resource Guide

Parents have many options for childcare on the North Shore including childcare centres, daycares, pre-schools, development centres, and montessori's. Your children need to learn their ABC's, colour, play games and interact with other children in a warm, nurturing environment. Fortunately there are many opportunities across the North Shore.

 

North Vancouver - Lynn Valley
NORTH SHORE CHILD CARE CENTRE
1361 East 15th Street, North Vancouver (Lynn Valley)
604-985-NSCC (6722)
For Children Ages 3-5
WALDORF INFANT TODDLER CARE PROGRAM
Early Childhood Centre
2725 St Christophers Road (Lynn Valley)
604-985-7435 ext 213

Program offers a complete program for your child:
• Infant & Toddler Care
• Parent & Toddler
• Preschool
• Kindergarten
• Grade 1 - 1
Other North Shore Child Care & Parenting Resources
Daycare
ACORN EARLY EDUCATION CENTRE. 922-2933
1525 Taylor Way, West Van, V7S 1N5
(In St David's Church since 1973.)
Quality daycare and education. F/t or p/t Kindercare. (Westcot) Early Childhood Education qualified. ESL experience. Call Melinda at 922-2933
CASA DEI BAMBINI. "WE LOVE ALL THE LITTLE ONES"
Preschool and Childcare. West Van.
Miss Kimberly, A.M.I. E.C.E.
Small group in a warm environment. Montessori Preschool and ESL offered. Ages 18 mths to school age, nutritional lunches and snacks provided for full days. Half a block west of Taylor Way. Info, 922-4229
CHILD'S DISCOVERY DAYCARE: 985-0116
2132 Hamilton Ave, North Van.
Come visit North Van's best kept secret!
Non profit licensed parent managed daycare located in a quiet, safe setting. 2½ - 5 yrs, full/part time. Gardening, field trips, computer course and more. Register now!
CREATIVE ZONE: Rani :983-0601
Serving innovative young minds.
2½ - Kindergarten. F/t, partweek,
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Preschool program.
Music, computer, great art projects & more.
Close to Ross Elementry. Lynn Valley.
DAYCARE PLUS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
2062 Esquimalt Ave, W. Van: 913-1095, 817-6118
Offering highly qualified staff who have a genuine interest in children; nurturing & fun learning experiences. F/t, p/t, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Preschool program. Nutritious lunches and snacks.
FUTURE HOPES DAYCARE 904-0619
514 B EAST 21ST STREET 809-2861
Worry-free daycare for children ages 1 mo.-12 yrs. transportation, before/after school, great activities and fun for your child. Friendly environment to help your child expand and grow.
GLENEAGLES DAYCARE AND 921-9970
PRESCHOOL TOO!
A fun, exciting environment for ages 2½ - 5.
Licensed, ½ & full days, kindergarten pickup from Gleneagles & Eagle Harbour. Computers, music, ballet , tap, jazz, baking and fun outings. l Mascot is a big Bernease Mtn Dog, "Beethoven" .
KID'S CASTLE LICENSED FAMILY DAYCARE.
Mount Seymour Parkway area. 986-9653
Safe and Fun Loving Environment 837-8064

Great program. Ages 0-7 and after school care, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Nursing and Preschool education background.
LONSDALE CREEK DAYCARE 988-5515
Providing quality daycare for children from birth - 36 months, to 3 - 6 years. A complete preschool program including learning themes, computers, arts/crafts, music/dance. Qualified ECE staff only. Three convenient locations beside beautiful park settings.
LOS CHIQUILINOS DAYCARE 904-6686
3201 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver.
Infant/Toddler 3-5. Before & after school programs. We offer f/t Spanish programs & other daycare curriculum. Home pickups & drop off available for full or ½ days.
LYNN VALLEY DAYCARE. 984-2622
E.C. E & Montissori.

Building independance, self confidence & social skills. Preschool program includes language & math activities, arts & crafts, music & movement, introductory french, cooking & stories. Nutritious lunch & snacks.
NORTH SHORE CHILD CARE RESOURCE PROGRAM
Capilano Mall 985-7138
Suite 201 - 935 Marine Drive, North Van
A service of North Shore Community Resources for parents, child care providers, ECE students and the community. Providing information on child care and the early years, professional development and workshop opportunities, resource library, toy and supply loans.
NOVACO CHILDCARE CENTRE SOCIETY 988-6821
A Non-Profit Society Established in 1973. A Preschool Experience with Daycare Hours. Qualified Early Childhood Educators. From 7:30 am - 6:00 pm and 18 mths-12 yrs. Creative art, music lessons, math, science, computer classes and skating lessons & regular field trips. Located beside Norgate Community School. Enrolled in BC's out of Care Funding Assistance Program.
novaco@vcn.bc.ca
PARK PLACE DAYCARE. 990-5572
Daycare, ages 0-12 yrs, also Preschool &
Kindergarten. F/t & p/t, 6:30 am. - 6:00 pm.
0-18 mo/ 18 mth - 3 yrs. (Incl Preschool)
3-5 years. (Includes Montessori Kindergarten)
5 - 12 years. (Incl transportation)
Computers, Art, Music and Field Trips. Fully licenced, loving, qualified teachers. Also offering Spring break and Summer Daycamp, ages 5-12. Near Capilano Mall. Register Now!
TEDDY BEAR DAYCARE 987-8442
#250 - 400 Brooksbank Ave, North Van, BC V7J 2C2

Call about our upcoming Whistler opening too! Quality care for 18 months to 12 years. Part-time, full-time, before and after school care. Transportation provided. ECE Certified Instructors.
TEMPE TOTS DAYCARE 985-3783
We are a licensed group daycare in an in-home setting, near Boundary School. Full pre-school program with music & swimming offered. Children 2½ - Kindergarten. All staff ECE qualified. Contact Jane or Pam for details.

 

Preschool
DEEP COVE PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL
1204 Caledonia Ave, (behind Seycove Secondary)
North Vancouver, BC, V7G 2A6 929-6610
Since 1974, Deep Cove Parent Participation Preschool has offered a creative, play-based program to build self-esteem and independence. Classes for 3 and 4 year olds offered Tuesday through Thursday.
DUNDARAVE PRESCHOOL BY THE SEA 922-7437
2478 Bellevue, West Van, BC V7V 1E2

Quality play based program where children learn and explore in a safe, nurturing environment at our unique seaside location.
Early Discoveries Inc. Pre-school and Kid's Club
4685 Keith road, West Vancouver BC
(604)922-8088
www.earlydiscoveries.net
GATEHOUSE MONTESSORI 925-1437
1305 Taylor Way Fax: 925-1487
West Van, BC

Focusing on the social, intellectual and emotional development of the child, Gatehouse Montessori School provides a quality Montessori Pre-school and Kindergarten program for children, from 2½ to 6 years of age.
Gatehousemont@aol.com
HIGHLANDS PRESCHOOL 980-1740
We offer a warm, happy, supportive and stimulating environment for children. Programs available for two, three and four year olds. Located in Edgemont Village. Call for more information.
www.highlandspreschool.ca
IRWIN PARK TREEHOUSE CHILDCARE SERVICE 926-4080
2455 Haywood Ave Fax: 926-4006
West Van, BC
Non-profit facility offering programs for children 18 months to 12 years. Two day toddler program. Licensed Preschool. Before or after school care. In the heart of the Irwin Park playground.
tree-house@telus.net
LE PETIT MONTESSORI 980-7973
195 East Windsor Rd, North Van, BC
MONTESSORI MES PETITS 980-1102
209 West 13th St, North Van, BC
LIGHTHOUSE MONTESSORI STUDIO 921-1574
4773 Piccadilly South, West Van, BC
2, 3, 4, and 5 day Preschool and Kindergarten programs, extended day for 5 year olds. Stimulating, enjoyable environments that support each child's love of learning and individual abilities. Established over 10 years.
Web: www.ourpreschool.com
LITTLE STAR MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL: 986-2305
100-1260 Lynn Valley Road, North Van
Caring, qualified Montessori/ECE staff. Music & French, Flexible hours, ongoing enrollment, 2 - 6 years. Enriched Program. 2, 3, 4 or 5 day option.
LIONS GATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
MAMALINA'S MONTESSORI 924-1253
Preschool and Extended Kindergarten.
4317 Gallant Ave, Deep Cove, North Vancouver
Ongoing Enrollment, Flexible Schedule. Music and French included. Established 1994 For details contact Yasmin Petigara.
MUMS MONTESSORI. 986-1016
530 E. 12th St., North Van, BC
(Grand Blvd in St. Agnes Church)
Preschool & Kindergarten Program. Offering daily french, music, academic program and gym. Open Houses: Mar 17, June 9, Aug 11, Dec 8, 2000 and Feb 9, 2002.
"Within the Child Lies the Fate of the Future"
SEYMOUR HEIGHTS 929-1813
PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL
800 Lytton St, North Van, BC V7H 2T1
3 and 4 year old classes, Tues/Wed/Thurs. A unique opportunity to learn, create and grow! Our First Class facilities are conveniently located close to Ron Andrews Recreation Centre.
SUTHERLAND PRESCHOOL. 988-2163
630 East 19th St., North Vancouver
Providing a stimulating, Christian environment in which children can develop confidence in themselves as unique individuals. programs
offered for 3 and 4 year olds. Call for more info.
TROTIN-TROTINETTE Tel/Fax: 985-7044
370 West Kings Rd, North Van, BC V7N 2L9
Created in 1983, the preschool offers the only french (morn) and french immersion (aft) program on the North Shore. A Kodaly Orff music class is also included, ages 2½ to 4 years.
UPPER LONSDALE PARENT PARTICIPATION
PRESCHOOL 988-8710
3380 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver
Play-based program in a fun, cooperative setting. Experienced, award-winning teacher. Daily gym or park time and weekly music program. Only $90/month for 3 classes a week.
VILLAGE PARENT PARTICIPATION PRESCHOOL 984-2021
3150 Colwood Drive, North Vancouver
A play-based, community-oriented preschool with the goal of providing positive learning experiences for our children. Fees are $100/ month for three classes per week. Web: villagepreschool.ca
WEST VANCOUVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL