Young Parents Program

We are an extension of the Seabird Daycare and work in partnership with Seabird Island Community School’s High School to provide daycare opportunities to High School student who have children and would otherwise not be able to attend or finish school because they have no one to watch their children.

Great Location

We are ideally located to care for children whose parents attend High School. Occupying a bright, airy space on the first floor of the Seabird Island Community High School.

Training for parents

Through our training programs, young parents are also able to take part in opportunities to learn life skills, parenting skills, and receive career and education counseling.

Great Environment

We provide an environment that encourages the fullest all-round development of each child and believe that parents should play an active role in their child’s education and care.

Pricing

Choose the package that works best for you! Pricing is subject to change. Contact us for our current pricing.

High School Students

Infants / Toddlers – Birth – 3 Years

$1,000.00 monthly

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

College Student

Infants

$750.00 monthly

Birth – 18 months

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Toddlers

$635.00 monthly

18 months – 3 years

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

All students are eligible for subsidies to pay for their children’s daycare seats.

Our mission

Our mission is

To provide quality childcare to young parents who are attending an educational program
To operate a childcare facility that promotes healthy development and embraces the individual needs of the children
To empower young parents to become their child’s first teachers

Location

The centre is located at 2821 Chowat Road in the Seabird Island Community School’s High School.

Registration Process

The centre requires the parent(s) or guardian(s) to come in person to register their child at the centre. There is no registration fee. We do require that all registration forms be filled out completely and returned to the centre as well as the emergency kit and subsidy authorization approval before your child’s first day.

Typical Day

8:15am – 8:30am	Parents drop off/ talk to staff
8:30am	Breakfast is served
8:45am	Free play and diapering (if needed)
10:00am	Singing and snack time
10:30am	Outside time/inside free play if raining
11:15am	Diaper routine and lunch
12:45pm	Nap time
1:00pm	Quiet activities for those who are awake Diapers as they awake
2:45pm	Start getting ready for home time
3:00pm – 3:15pm	Parent pick up/talk to staff

Please note this is a general schedule – as we know the children dictate the routine for the day- each child’s routine will be followed to the best of our ability.

Parent Involvement

Parent involvement is the program is mandatory. This is an important aspect of care because it helps to link the child’s home and family with the daycare centre. We understand that parents are the primary caregivers in their child’s life and we try to work as a team to provide the best care possible for the child and their family.

Mothers and Fathers are always welcome at the centre upon approval by the school principal and teachers. The staff encourages parents to become involved in the daily routine of their child by dropping in to have lunch with your child at lunchtime, spending a few extra minutes of play or story time at drop-off or taking part in field trips or special events. Parents will also participate in activities including career planning, educational planning, life skills and parenting skills

You are welcome to contact us if you have any suggestions or would like to become involved in a special project.