Compass Early Learning & Care

Compass Early Learning & Care Compass Early Learning & Care envisions a place where children are valued as citizens of today; wher

At Compass Early Learning and Care, we believe that children are competent, full of wonder and ideas, and that they are entitled to learning environments that honour them. We view curriculum as everything that happens during our time together. We believe that each moment we share with children offers us an opportunity to build positive relationships and create an atmosphere that nurtures children, educators and families. We encourage children to pursue their passions and interests through environments that invite them to explore, collaborate, reflect and communicate using a wide range of resources and materials. Our centre-based, home child care and school age programs are carefully designed for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, are licensed by the Ministry of Education and are available in the City & County of Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes and Durham Region.

“Education should create possibilities, not merely reproduce realities.” -Paulo Freire What if education was about imagi...
10/01/2026

“Education should create possibilities, not merely reproduce realities.” -Paulo Freire

What if education was about imagining what could be? What happens when children are encouraged to think beyond their reality?

Taking place Saturday October 17th! Check it out below.
10/01/2026

Taking place Saturday October 17th! Check it out below.

Today is a day to honour and remember the children who never returned home from residential institutions. It’s a day to ...
09/30/2026

Today is a day to honour and remember the children who never returned home from residential institutions. It’s a day to support survivors, families and communities and to work towards healing.

First and foremost, it’s a day for truth. It’s a day for non-Indigenous people to engage in learning about the history of this country and the ongoing impacts of the cultural genocide that supported the creation of Canada.

Whether it be through attending a local event, joining a walk, engaging in learning with a colleague or family member, or donating to a cause that supports survivors, there’s many ways to engage and honour this day.

Check out the link in our bio for some resources about Orange Shirt Day and leave a comment with how you’re engaging with truth and reconciliation today, and beyond. 🧡

09/26/2026
Compass ELC will be marching in the Peterborough Pride Parade is this Saturday! Everyone and anyone is welcome to join u...
09/24/2026

Compass ELC will be marching in the Peterborough Pride Parade is this Saturday! Everyone and anyone is welcome to join us.

The parade starts at Peterborough City Hall at 1pm and will finish at Millennium Park where there will be the Pride in the Park event until 5:30. Stop in and say hello, grab some swag and celebrate! 🌈

Taking place next Saturday the 26th in Whitby. Check it out!
09/15/2026

Taking place next Saturday the 26th in Whitby. Check it out!

Twenty-two influential Canadians have signed an open letter urging leaders to recognize quality early childhood educatio...
09/14/2026

Twenty-two influential Canadians have signed an open letter urging leaders to recognize quality early childhood education as a nation-building investment, citing benefits for children’s development, family stability, workforce participation, and Canada’s economy. Read more here!

22 influential Canadians have signed an open letter calling on leaders from all sectors to join them in supporting early childhood education as a nation-buil...

09/11/2026

Throughout August we spent time visiting and learning alongside teams across Compass ELC. 🌟

We wanted to better understand and showcase what it looks like to truly live into Compass values in the everyday work of each program and to honour the unique people, places, relationships and practices that make each one special.

Throughout this series, we’ll be sharing small glimpses into life at these programs: the stories, ideas, practices and moments that make each unique. ✨

We’re excited to share what we discovered along the way. Follow along as we visit select programs and celebrate the people and practices at the heart of their work!

Join the Nature Roots waitlist here: https://onehsn.com/peterborough

Contact Nature Roots at [email protected] or call 705-243-9812

Music credits:
Original song by Mica Rose on Instagram
Cover by Music with Shannon on YouTube

09/04/2026

Registration for the Outdoor Institute closes today! Will you join us? 🌿

Two days to slow down.
To listen to the land.
To learn from one another.
To explore what outdoor learning can become.

Join fellow educators for a meaningful gathering rooted in care, connection and relationship.

📅 September 17–18
🌙 Optional study tour: September 16
📍 Ennismore, ON
💚 $500/person

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time.

Register before the end of the day at the link in our bio.

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553 Bonaccord Street
Peterborough, ON
K9H0K2

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