Childcare

Name:

Goderich Municipal Childcare Centre

Address:

376 Cambridge Street
Goderich, Ontario
N7A 2Z1

Hours:

Monday to Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Contact:

Name: Director, Bonnie Hastings
Phone Number: 519-524-7441
Email

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:  

• Parent Handbook 
• Policies and Procedures
• Registration Package
• Additional Information 

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.