Program Statement
Gan Yeladim Day Care Centre provides a stimulating, play‑based educational program in a traditional Jewish environment, aligned with the Ministry of Education’s pedagogy and curriculum. Our program is guided by How Does Learning Happen?, the Ontario Early Years Framework – Think, Feel, Act, and the Ontario Early Learning Framework.
We believe that early learning is essential and that children are competent, capable, and rich in potential. Each child is unique, and our educators foster every child’s individuality. Teachers observe, document, and interpret children’s learning and exploration on an ongoing basis.
To meet the needs of working parents, Gan Yeladim Day Care Centre offers a complete toddler and preschool program enriched with a meaningful Jewish curriculum emphasizing traditions, customs, and mitzvot.
Licensed under the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), the Centre provides full‑day and part‑time care for toddlers and preschoolers ages 18 months to 4 years, as well as kindergarten before‑ and after‑school care, PA Days, and school‑break programs for children ages 4–6.
Strictly kosher snacks and hot lunches are provided daily.
The Centre operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM year‑round. We close early on Fridays during the winter months for Shabbat and are closed on all Religious and Statutory Holidays.
Program Statement Principles
Gan Yeladim Day Care Centre is committed to:
- Promoting the health, safety, nutrition, and well‑being of all children
- Supporting positive and responsive interactions among children, parents, educators, and staff
- Encouraging children to interact and communicate in positive ways and supporting their ability to self‑regulate
- Fostering exploration, play, and inquiry
- Providing child‑initiated and adult‑supported learning experiences
- Creating positive learning environments that support each child’s development
- Incorporating indoor and outdoor play, active play, rest, and quiet time, with consideration for each child’s individual needs
- Engaging and maintaining ongoing communication with parents about the program and their children
- Involving local community partners and welcoming their support for children, families, and staff
- Supporting staff and others who interact with children in continuous professional learning
- Documenting and reviewing the impact of the strategies outlined above