Is Shining Stars a new day care?
Yes. Shining Stars Kids Place is a brand-new day care at 205 Main Avenue W in Sundre. Contact us and we'll keep you updated on our opening and available spots.
What does play-based learning mean?
Children learn through hands-on play that our educators plan with purpose. Building, pretending, painting and exploring outside all grow language, early math, social skills and confidence. Read more.
What is the Reggio Emilia approach?
It's an approach to early learning from Reggio Emilia, Italy, that sees children as capable and curious. Rooms are set up to invite discovery, projects grow from children's questions, and learning is documented and shared with families. Read more.
What is Flight?
Flight is Alberta's early learning and curriculum framework. It puts play at the centre of learning and guides how we plan for each child's well-being, play, communication and sense of belonging. Read more.
What ages do you care for?
Children from 6 months to 5 years old, in our infant, toddler and preschool rooms.
How do I save a spot?
Registration isn't open just yet. Send us a message with your child's age and we'll reach out as soon as spots open. Infant spots fill fastest, so it's worth getting in touch early, even before your baby is born.
Do you offer part-time care?
Yes. We offer full-time and part-time spots, depending on availability. Let us know the days you need when you contact us.
Can we visit before enrolling?
Absolutely. Our building is still getting ready, so tours aren't available just yet. Contact us and we'll let you know as soon as tours open.
How do you help new kids settle in?
We plan a gentle transition with short visits that build up to a full day. You're welcome to stay for the first visit and call to check in any time.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. We're closed on statutory holidays.
Do you provide food?
We provide a healthy morning snack and afternoon snack every day. Please pack a lunch for your child in a labelled lunch bag with an ice pack. Infants start with food from home and join our snacks when they're ready.
Do kids nap?
Infants nap on their own schedule. Toddlers and preschoolers have a rest time after lunch. Kids who don't sleep do quiet activities.
Do you go outside in winter?
Yes, whenever it's safe. On very cold days we stay in and play active indoor games instead. Please send warm outdoor gear.
How will I know how my child's day went?
You'll get daily notes on snacks, naps and highlights, plus photos of special moments and a monthly newsletter.
When should I keep my child home sick?
Keep your child home with a fever, vomiting, diarrhea or a contagious rash, and until they've been symptom-free for 24 hours.
Are you licensed?
Yes. We're a licensed child care program in Alberta and follow provincial standards for staffing, safety and programming.
How do you handle allergies?
We're a nut-aware centre. Each child with an allergy has an individual plan, and all staff are trained to follow it.
Who can pick up my child?
Only adults on your approved pick-up list. We'll ask for photo ID the first time we meet someone.
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Have a question? We'd love to hear from you
We're putting the finishing touches on our new centre. Send us a message and we'll keep you posted on tours, registration and our opening.