We know you have a lot of questions about childcare. You want to know if Laugh & Learn ELCC will be the best decision for you and your family.
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions that will help to make your decision as easy as possible.
CENTRE & GENERAL INFORMATION
What are your hours of operation?
Laugh & Learn ELCC’s regular operating hours are from 7:30am – 5:00pm. However, we offer before care from 6:00am – 7:30am and after school care from 5:00am and 6:00pm.
Do you offer part-time care?
Of course! We understand that the needs of families are diverse. We offer both full-time, part-time, and half day care options:
- Full-time: Monday – Friday | 7:30am – 5:00pm (with extended care available)
- Part-time: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday | 7:30am – 5:00pm (with extended care available)
- Part-time: Tuesday and Thursday | 7:30am – 5:00pm (with extended care available)
- Half day: AM | 7:30am – 12:00pm (with AM extended care available)
- Half day options are available:
- Monday – Friday;
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; or
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Half day options are available:
Do you accept families subsidized by the Region?
Yes!
Child care subsidy reduces the amount of money that you pay for fees to Laugh & Learn ELCC. The amount is based on your family’s income.
All subsidy applications are done through the Region, and not the centre. To apply, you will need to make sure you have all of the required documents and identification.
Is Laugh & Learn ELCC part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program?
Yes! Laugh & Learn ELCC has opted in to be part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program.
There’s nothing for you to do on your part! As part of ur enrolment, there is a reduction applied to all program fees.
HEALTH & SAFETY
What will you do to protect the children and educators from COVID-19 and other viruses?
Laugh & Learn ELCC is hyper viligent in how we respond to viruses and how we ensure the safety of the children and educators.
Read more about our COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures here.
CHILDCARE
My child has never been in childcare before. How do we transition into Laugh & Learn ELCC?
We recognize that many of the children who register with us, will be entering childcare for the first time. While this can be a fun experience, we know how stressful and scary it may feel for you and your little one.
As your child enters into our family, we will ensure that the transition is as smooth as possible. In fact, your registration fee includes three transition days in which your family can use to become more familiar with the centre and educators.
Speak to us about your concerns or any thoughts you may have. Our goal is to ensure its a smooth transition for all… you included!
Why is your centre called an “Early Learning and Childcare Centre”?
Our mission is to help create and build strong minded, healthy, and confident human beings. The centre is the vessel for doing so. So we have ensured that our curriculum and environment will stimulate your child’s drive for exploration, discovery, and learning.
As we’ve stated before, the first five years of your child’s life are crucial for their overall development, and we take our influence in that seriously. Our interactions with your child and our environment will encourage, flexible thinking for 21st century learners, and an inquiry process of problem solving, evaluating, and applying knowledge and creativity.
How much time will my child spend outdoors?
Weather permitting children are scheduled to be outdoors for 2 hours each day: one hour in the morning, and one hour in the afternoon.
Allotted times may differ, but educators may reduce or increase the time spent outdoors depending on the weather conditions and engagement.
NUTRITION
My child has allergies and/or a food restriction. Will your centre be able to accommodate?
Of course we will. All of our hot lunches are catered by Real Food for Real Kids. RFRK is a multi award-winning company, and is a leading healthy catering company for child care centres, schools and camps. RFRK’s menus are always developed with healthy bodies, a delicious taste in mind, and cater to various dietary restrictions and accommodations.
Is your facility nut free?
Yes, Laugh & Learn is a peanut and nut aware zone.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS
Are all your educators qualified to be working with children? Do they undergo criminal reference checks?
Yes. All educators and program staff have completed at least the minimum requirements mandated by the Ministry of Education, and the Child Care and Early Years Act, (CCEYA).
Laugh & Learn can ensure that your child is surrounded by knowledgeable and qualified educators. In addition, all educators and program staff participate in mandatory professional development opportunities.
Many of our educators have received additional training in specialized areas, and are certified by an accredited University or College.
All program staff, educators, and volunteers are required to have Standard First Aid with Level C & CPR, vulnerable sector criminal reference checks, and up to date health assessments.
