3 Best Preschools in Hamilton, ON

"Kindertown Child Care and Learning Centre is a family-run organization that has proudly served the Heritage Green Community for 25 years. They encourage toddlers to begin thinking and acting for themselves from the first day of class until they transition into the preschool program. Their preschool program focuses on developing school-ready skills to build upon the self-help skills learned in their toddler programs. Built on a play-based learning curriculum, their educators emphasize individual curiosities and interests throughout the day. They aim to inspire children and their families. Preschool children also have the opportunity to explore and learn from various unique places around Hamilton, such as the Hamilton Farmers Market, Eramosa Karst, Heritage Green Senior Home, and Gage Park Greenhouse. Kindertown Child Care and Learning Centre educators provide children with the knowledge and tools to cope with, and build upon, their stressors, challenges, and accomplishments. They serve nutritious, healthy, and sustainable local foods to the children. A Parent Handbook is available for families, and they also offer a virtual tour of their centre.

"Fan-Tastic Scholars Child Learning Centre works hard to create an inviting, caring, warm, and safe environment where parents are encouraged to participate as the families grow and learn together. They believe in a “heart-centred” approach to their profession. Chandni Mukhija is the supervisor at Fan-Tastic Scholars Child Learning Centre. Their child care centre is fully licensed by the Ministry of Education and is regulated under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014. Their qualified team of registered early childhood educators (RECEs) will continuously engage with the children and support their learning and social development through play and exploration. They use email, newsletters, and social media to connect with families. Fan-Tastic Scholars Child Learning Centre promotes the health, safety, nutrition, and well-being of the children.

"Little Peoples Daycare has been serving the Hamilton community for over 47 years. The daycare aims to provide high-quality care with a Christian focus. Their educators utilize pedagogical documentation to understand and reflect on how to support and nurture learning in their childcare program. Little Peoples Daycare makes learning visible by creating a rich environment full of diverse materials. The curriculum includes structured, project-based, inquiry-driven learning and play opportunities within a Christian teaching framework that promotes Christian values. The preschool program is designed to encourage children to grow in all areas of development. Early education is provided for children aged 12 months to 7 years, and the daycare also offers summer camps. Little Peoples Daycare has 50 teachers, 10 classrooms, and 180 children every day. They changed 102,700 diapers per year and prepared 150,000 snacks and meals every year. Their facilities include classrooms, gymnasium, playgrounds, lobby and hallways, auditorium, kitchen and parking lot. Each member of the Little Peoples Daycare team is First Aid and CPR certified. Each classroom has an early childhood educator as well as an educator assistant. They provide a nutritious snack in the morning and afternoon, and a well-balanced meal at lunch. Little Peoples Daycare hosts several events like the annual trip to the African Lion Safari, graduation, Christmas concert, Christmas with Santa, Mother’s Day Tea, Father’s Day Carnival, sing-a-longs, photo booths, movie night drive-in, and many more. They provide the Wednesday Family Nights program takes place every 6 weeks and is are free event throughout the year, designed to create a unique and fun experience to enjoy with the whole family.