Contact(s)
Goderich Municipal Child Care Centre
Location:
376 Cambridge Street, Goderich, Ontario, N7A 2Z1
Contact:
Phone Number: 519-524-7441
Email: bhastings@goderich.ca
Leadership Team:
Director: Bonnie Hastings
Supervisor: Cindy Austin
Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Child Care Programs:
Infants: 3 months - 18 months
Toddler: 18 months - 2 ½ years
Preschool: 2 ½ years - 5 years
Our Educational Approach:
Inspired by How Does Learning Happen? - Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years, we nurture an enthusiastic, respectful, and supportive environment. Our educators facilitate a high-quality learning setting, encouraging exploration guided by each child's unique interests and real-life experiences.
Our approach emphasizes:
- Active and exploratory play-based learning
- Opportunities for safe risk-taking and environmental discovery
- Encouragement of strong world connections and positive peer relationships
- Development of problem-solving and self-expression skills
Resources for Parents:
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We foster an inclusive atmosphere for personal growth and success. Continual family engagement sets personalized learning pathways. Partnerships with expert agencies support specialized needs:
- Growing Together Early Learning Resource Program
- Small Talk (Speech and Language)
- Thames Valley Children's Centre (Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy)
Our program includes the following to promote our philosophy:
- Outdoor Play
- Imagine, Create, and Explore (I.C.E.) Activities
- Story and Circle Time
- Dramatic Play
- Nutritious Snacks and Hot Meals
- Rest Periods
Registration Process:
Register for the waitlist through OneHSN-Huron. No fees for waitlist registration or updates. For assistance, contact us at 519-524-7441.
Goderich EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Address:
260 Eldon Street (South side of Goderich Public School), Goderich, Ontario, N7A 1Y9
Programs Available:
- Free Indoor & Outdoor Playgroups:
- For children 0 - 6 years: Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 11 AM
- All ages & Baby Time: Wednesdays, 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Participation:
Create an account at keyON, choose "Huron County," and explore all available programs. Visit us at the Centre or contact us at 519-524-9999 or email kkyle@goderich.ca for more information or inquiries.
