206-4711 51st Ave, Red Deer
Dreamstart Daycare

Our Environment

Dream Start Daycare is committed to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for children, staff, and parents. We emphasize respect, inclusivity, and a family-friendly atmosphere, ensuring that every child feels comfortable and valued.

Our programs are thoughtfully designed to be responsive and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs of the children in our care. We offer a supportive space that encourages children to express themselves freely while actively involving parents in building a strong community.

Dream Start Daycare features five distinct child groups, accommodated in three dedicated program rooms, along with a well-equipped outdoor play area. We provide separate groups for infants, toddlers, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, and a specific category for kindergarten-aged children, each tailored to meet their developmental needs.

Child Groups

Infant Room: Accommodates children up to 19 months old, with each of the 2 available rooms designed to hold up to 8 infants, ensuring a nurturing and attentive environment.
Toddler Room: Tailored for children aged 19 to 36 months, this room is licensed for a total of 12 children, divided into groups to provide personalized care and attention.
Two rooms for 3-year-olds, each accommodating up to 16 children.
Two rooms for 4-year-olds, each with a capacity of 20 children.
One Kindergarten room, designed specifically for kindergarten-aged children, with space for 15 children.
Placement: Children are placed into groups that best suit their developmental needs. This approach allows children to thrive in a familiar and comfortable setting.

Nutrition and Wellness

Food Policy:
Children are required to bring their own food from home, which should be of sufficient quantity, variety, served at appropriate times daily.
– Water will be available in all rooms throughout the day.
– Children’s meals should meet a portion of their daily nutritional requirements based on Health Canada’s Food Guide.
– Children are encouraged to taste food items, but no child will be forced to eat or drink.
– All food brought from home, including bottles, must be labeled with the child’s name and date.
– Children will bring their own clean water bottle, which will be returned home at the end of each day.
– Infants will be fed according to their individual schedules. Educators may assist infants in feeding themselves.
– Children will not be provided with food or drink while resting or napping.
Nut-Free Policy:
For the safety of children with allergies, all meals and snacks should be nut-free.

Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Play Space: Located on-site at Dream Start Daycare (DSC). DSC believes daily outdoor time supports healthy growth, curiosity, exploration, and physical and mental development. The space provides a variety of play experiences through intentional planning, appropriate equipment, toys, and space arrangements. The area will be enclosed for safety during playtime, and materials, toys, and equipment will be portable to allow for changes and variety that follow children’s interests and development.
Secure Entry: Our facility is equipped with secure entry systems to ensure the safety of all children.
Health Protocols: We maintain strict hygiene standards and conduct regular cleaning and disinfection.
Emergency Preparedness: Our staff is trained in first aid and emergency procedures, and we conduct regular safety drills.

Healthy Spaces

Child Safety Commitment:
At Dream Start Daycare, we prioritize child safety above all else.
Cleaning is our top priority, and all surfaces are thoroughly disinfected to maintain a clean environment.
We take illness seriously and have stringent policies in place to minimize the risk of contagion within our center.
Child care employees adhere to strict procedures aimed at providing a healthy environment for both children and staff.
Health and Wellness Practices:
We believe in providing children with healthy food choices, ensuring they have daily outdoor time, and maintaining a clean environment.
Scheduled rest times are integral to our daily routine.
Our staff model healthy practices to promote a positive influence on children’s development.
These preventative strategies are actively practiced at Dream Start Daycare to foster a healthy and nurturing environment for all.
Safety First:
Our commitment to safety extends to protecting children with allergies through our nut-free policy.