In order to avoid disruption to the routine for currently registered children and for security reasons, all new inquiries to the Childcare Society are by telephone or e-mail.  Center tours are by appointment only.  Please contact the Manager of Childcare Services for assistance.    Cub’s Corner Toddler Centre is licensed with 12 spaces for children 18 months to 3 years of age.

 

Since the toddler centre operates on the primary caregiver system, the daily schedule is flexible according to the toddler’s needs. Diapering and toileting is carried out on an individual basis according to each child’s needs.

 

The morning will include a nap for those who require rest, and: The centre opens at 7:50 a.m. - Indoor free play 9:00 a.m. Open morning snack Indoor/outdoor free play 11:30 a.m. lunch The afternoon will include- afternoon nap/rest time, and: Indoor/outdoor free play 3:30 p.m. Open afternoon snack 5:05 p.m. Preparation for home The centre closes promptly at 5:15 p.m.   Free play shall include appropriate art, science, language, small and large motor activities.

 

We offer:

• unstructured art that focuses on the process not the product (painting, gluing, colouring, cutting)
• sensory play (sand, water, rice, cornmeal, shredded paper, feathers, pompoms, playdough)
• dramatic play opportunities (dress up clothes, housekeeping area)
• manipulative/construction toys (Lego, blocks, cars, puzzles)
• gross motor play (climbers, rockers, riding toys, balls, use of UNBC Aerobics Room two times per week, outdoor play, walks around UNBC)
• story time, music/movement (the librarian comes once a month and staff provide daily songs, music/movement, puppets and use of books through out the day).