Katherine's Playhouse Home Childcare RECE

Enjoying the outdoors and the beautiful flowers 🌼

🌟 CHILDCARE SPACES AVAILABLE – WILMOT, NS 🌟

Katherine’s Playhouse Licensed Home Child Care has 2 spaces available beginning August 4, 2026!

🧸 Temporary Space
• 1 opening for a child 3 years or older
• Available August 4, 2026 – March 1, 2027 (possibly longer)

🧸 Permanent Space
• 1 opening for a child 2 years or older
• Child must turn 3 years old by March 1, 2027

✨ What I Offer
✅ Licensed Home Child Care
✅ Level 2 Early Childhood Educator
✅ Healthy morning snack, nutritious lunch, and afternoon snack provided daily
✅ Large fenced outdoor play area with lots of outdoor play and nature exploration
✅ Play-based learning with crafts, sensory activities, music, stories, and educational experiences
✅ Daily updates and photos through the Lillio app
✅ First Aid & CPR certified
✅ Smoke-free home
✅ Subsidy accepted (fee reduction available for eligible families)
✅ Military families welcome
✅ Open Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

📍 Located in Wilmot, Nova Scotia

💜 About Me
I’ve been caring for children for over 35 years, beginning as a babysitter and turning my passion into a lifelong career. As a Level 2 Early Childhood Educator with nearly 25 years of professional childcare experience, my goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, fun, and educational environment where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to learn through play. References are available upon request.

If you’d like more information or would like to schedule a visit, send me a message or call/text 705-330-7000.

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Happy Easter from Katherine’s Playhouse Home Childcare 🐣 Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe long weekend!