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Our Centres

Infant & Toddler Room

Infant & Toddler Room

Infant & Toddler Room

 This room will be crafted to facilitate the developmental transition from stationary to walking. Featuring low mirrors that captivate the children's attention, the room is to be decorated with tranquil hues and gentle lighting, reminiscent of the outdoors. Moreover, the room includes a dedicated nap area and allows for a calming ambience that fosters creativity & growth.

Preschool Room

Infant & Toddler Room

Infant & Toddler Room

 The design of the preschool room will facilitate both self-guided and leader-led child development by incorporating a wide array of educational materials. The layout will encompass areas designated for individual activities, small group interactions, and larger group engagements to promote independence and enhance social skills development.   

Gymnasium

Infant & Toddler Room

Craft Space

Camponi Developments has graciously allowed us access to the gymnasium in our Saskatoon location. Acknowledging the necessity for children to engage in physical activities, and enabling them to unleash their wild sides irrespective of weather conditions. 

Craft Space

Sensory Room

Craft Space

 Our crafting area will be designed as a vibrant and organic space that fosters children's independent expression of their creative abilities. It will include  furniture tailored to child height, as well as readily accessible materials. 

Sensory Room

Sensory Room

Sensory Room

 Sensory rooms are designated spaces where children can access when they feel overwhelmed. Constant supervision by staff is ensured within this area. A diverse array of materials and objects is available to facilitate engagement and sensory exploration. This room will also serve as our O.T, S.L.P. space.

Philosophy

 At the heart of our mission lies the belief that children are the building blocks of our future. As a result, we place tremendous emphasis on ensuring that each and every child in our care is provided with the tools they need to succeed. By catering to their emotional, physiological, and social needs, we create an inclusive community that fosters growth and development. Our unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch childcare is reflected in our ability to provide safe,  high-quality, and culturally relevant services to the families we serve. 

Core Values

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

 When children are honored through loving, respectful, and nurturing relationships, they are empowered to explore their abilities as friends, problem-solvers, and critical thinkers. This, in turn, helps them become compassionate, kind-hearted members of society. 

Inclusion & Relationships

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

Personal Responsibility and Accountability

 At Little Bear, we believe that relationships form the bedrock of our organization. We are of the opinion that the excellence of the care we offer is gauged by the quality of the relationships we establish with the children, families, and our environment. Our pledge is to foster relationships that are warm, respectful, and compassionate. 

Health & Safety

Health & Safety

Health & Safety

 We care about the health of our families and understand that optimal well being includes not only the balance of work and family life but also ensuring that mental, physical, emotional, environmental and spiritual health are maintained. 

Communication

Health & Safety

Health & Safety

 Our team values open, cooperative, and collaborative discussions. We prioritize timely exchange of information and feedback, and anticipate the same level of commitment from our partners, families, and Leaders. 

Language & Culture

We are a Indigenous led child care center. Your child does not have to be Metis or Indigenous to attend our center. We strongly encourage children to explore their cultural identity and aim to strengthen family and community ties. You will see visuals through the center that teach children words in English, French and Cree or Michif, additionally, our Leaders have committed to on-going language classes.  There will regularly be requests for family aid/participation within the centers. This is voluntary, however greatly encouraged as it strengthens all children's ties to their community, building a sense of self.

What to expect

Nutrition

Early Intervention Screenings

Nutrition

 Nutrition plays a pivotal role in fostering both healthy minds and healthy bodies. To enhance this aspect, we have collaborated with a dietician to design a nutritious and appetizing menu tailored for the children at our centers. 

Community

Early Intervention Screenings

Nutrition

 Culture and community are closely interconnected, serving as fundamental pillars in shaping children's self-identity and sense of belonging. Our aim is to foster community bonds through our craft deliveries to the neighborhoods we serve. 

Early Intervention Screenings

Early Intervention Screenings

Early Intervention Screenings

 We are deeply committed to providing our children with the optimal chance for success. Early intervention screenings are instrumental in assisting children across various domains, addressing issues ranging from separation anxiety to speech delays.

Safety Policies & Procedures

Safety Policies & Procedures

Early Intervention Screenings

 We anticipate numerous safety requirements for each center, encompassing background checks, tap entry systems, and continual risk management evaluations. 

Care & Compassion

Safety Policies & Procedures

Care & Compassion

 Teaching children compassion is a fundamental skill that can profoundly influence their lifelong development. By guiding children to empathize with others, comprehend the consequences of their actions, and appreciate the diverse emotions individuals experience, we equip them with essential qualities such as kindness, patience, acceptance, and tolerance. This nurturing of empathy not only fosters a deeper understanding of others but also fosters social cohesion and harmony. 

Our Management & Leaders

Founder- Ashly D.

Center Director - Saskatoon

Center Director - Saskatoon

 

Ashly, a Métis woman hailing from Saskatchewan, discovered her passion for childcare in 2015, subsequently operating various daycare facilities. Her academic journey includes obtaining two Bachelor's Degrees. She strongly advocates for early interventions for children facing developmental challenges and emphasizes the importance of ongoing learning.

Ashly is dedicated to incorporating cultural elements and early interventions into childcare practices through collaborations with local community organizations, as well as partnerships with qualified therapists and speech-language pathologists (SLPs).


Center Director - Saskatoon

Center Director - Saskatoon

Center Director - Saskatoon

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Our Director is responsible for handling the day to day challenges of child care head on. She will be the person who conducts interviews with prospective  families, recruits staff and liaisons between our Leaders and families. 

Center Director - La Ronge

Center Director - Saskatoon

Center Director - La Ronge

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Our Director is responsible for handling the day to day challenges of child care head on. She will be the person who conducts interviews with prospective  families, recruits staff and liaisons between our Leaders and families. 

Supervisor - Paige H.

Infant Leader - Ashley P.

Center Director - La Ronge

 Paige is a calm and confident leader with a lot of experience working in childcare. She's worked in big centers, before-and-after school programs, our previous group daycare and have been part of the Early Childhood Education program. Paige finds joy in seeing kids grow and reach their milestones. With her creative side, she loves encouraging self-expression through fun activities like crafts and storytelling. She values individuality and makes sure every child feels safe and comfortable to be themselves, creating a space where their personalities can truly shine.

Supervisor

Infant Leader - Ashley P.

Infant Leader - Ashley P.

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Infant Leader - Ashley P.

Infant Leader - Ashley P.

Infant Leader - Ashley P.

 Ashley has pursued education in Continuing Care and LPN before finding her passion in child care. Her delight lies in interacting with children through imaginative play, exploring their unique imaginations and interests. As a dynamic leader, she possesses a quiet yet intuitive knack for connecting with children and addressing their social-emotional requirements with ease. Ashley is eager to obtain her Level 2 ECE Certification to enhance her expertise in children's development and emotional wellness. 

Toddler Leader - Delsea

Toddler Leader - Delsea

Toddler Leader - Delsea

Delsea's Bio coming soon!

Pedagogical Leader

Toddler Leader - Delsea

Toddler Leader - Delsea

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Our pedagogical Leader will be responsible for scheduling children's Occupational therapy & speech and language therapies within Little Bear. She will work closely with our childcare leaders, and our educational assistants to ensure the children's needs are met. 

Additionally, she will be responsible for ensuring the curriculum meets our mission & vision on a daily basis and is engaging for the individual groups.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out to us  if you cannot find an answer to your question.

We are open from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm.  We will poll our enrolled families once a year at each location to determine if alternate hours are required and adjust as necessary.

We accept applications off our waitlist. You can find a link to our waitlist at the bottom of each page. We will contact you when a space comes available to schedule a tour.

We follow a custom created play-based curriculum that focuses on social-emotional development, cultural identity, language and literacy, cognitive development, and physical development. Our pedagogical leader creates a daily schedule around the children's needs and developmental maturity in each group. 

We strongly encourage family ties! Siblings and cousins of children in our center will receive priority placement. 

Part time is now called "daily rate". We offer daily spots which are $10/day to a maximum of 9 days per month as per Ministry of Education requirements.

We will not care for any children who present with sickness symptoms. Additional sick policy information is available in our parent hand-book. 

Yes, it is one of our core values. If your child has diverse needs please speak to us directly about how we can help support your family.  

 We understand how hard it is to be away from your child, especially the first time. We encourage parents to set up gradual entry prior to your child starting. We want to ensure parents feel secure before leaving their child with us and it also gives the child time to get comfortable in the new environment. Time of gradual entry depends on each individual child. Let us work with you to set your child up for success.  

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