University Settlement Day Care is a very special place!
Located in University Settlement’s unique setting on Grange Park, in the heart of downtown Toronto, children participate in a wide range of activities, all of which have been adapted to meet strict government COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Our Early Childhood Educators are creative, caring professionals who ensure high quality programming under these restrictions that supports the social, cognitive, creative, emotional and physical needs of each of the infants, toddlers and preschoolers in our care.
Our exceptional licensed child care program offers a nurturing environment that encourages children’s creativity, self-expression, and respect, while fostering their imagination, curiosity, and intellect. Structured, challenging, and age-appropriate cognitive activities help children understand cause and effect, develop hand-eye coordination, improve literacy, and help develop conceptual thinking and problem solving.
Registration / Waiting List
If you are interested in adding your name to our waiting list, please fill out our Application Form and email it to daycare.services@universitysettlement.ca. Remember to check in every 6 months to keep your application active.
More Programs for Little Ones
Music 4 Little Ones
Early childhood music making classes for children and their caregivers
Swim Lessons
Group lessons and private lessons available
Creative Movement
Dance classes for toddlers (ages 2 to 3) and their caregivers
“Resilience Unveiled: A Journey of Reconnection at University Settlement Day Care”
In 2023, the Day Care was free to operate without the constraints and restrictions imposed by COVID-19, so the centre slowly and cautiously worked its way back into pre-pandemic mode. Re-establishing familiar routine helped restore a sense of normalcy. Our Day Care family could once again reunite for large gatherings as parents and agency staff were invited to participate in our special events.
The restoration of normalcy brought with it a profound sense of joy and relief. Parents and agency staff rejoiced as they were once again welcomed into our Day Care community, eagerly participating in special events and celebrations that showcased the rich tapestry of diversity within our midst. From vibrant parades through Grange Park to indoor festivities bursting with creativity and colour, every moment became a testament to the resilience and unity of our community.
For parents, the opportunity to physically engage in their child’s daily experiences was a long-awaited privilege, fostering deeper connections and a renewed sense of involvement in their child’s growth and development. Meanwhile, children reveled in the sheer delight of having their parents by their side, sharing in the magic of each day with unbridled enthusiasm and boundless joy.
As we embraced the restored freedom to gather and celebrate together, we contributed to a collective collage of memories that will define the spirit of University Settlement. Each cardboard dragon, drumbeat, and rainbow-inspired accessory served as a vibrant brushstroke on the canvas of our shared experiences, painting a picture of resilience, unity, and unwavering optimism for the future. In breaking free from the shadows of the past, we emerged stronger, more connected, and more determined than ever to nurture a community where every child can thrive and flourish.
Help Us Make A Difference
When you give to University Settlement, you make it possible for us to provide exceptional and nurturing child care to help families experiencing financial barriers, ensuring accessibility for all.
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