08/28/2024
Well this doesn't happen often!
Academy of Imagination has a few spaces available for this Septembers class.
What makes us different and unique? I always say that you need to choose a daycare that speaks to your heart and follows your family values. You have so many different daycares to choose from. There are the ones who teach your children computers, those that give plenty of screen time, those who keep your kiddos clean and dry by staying inside all day, and/or playing on astro turfed yards.
Then there is us; the nature forward, outside friendly, swimming all summer, digging in dirt, climbing the play structures, running in the fields, tossing rocks in the river, digging for insects and making habitats, long walks to all the local parks, Stewart Hall, entering art contests, participating in Village events, family forward, treat each other like a sibling, flexible daycare. Our little explorers. The dirtier they are, the more they learned!
Take it from our parents who, have found their second home in us.
Jen writes:
Before choosing our daycare, we visited a number of places and ultimately, here are the reasons that made us choose Academie de l'Imagination:
- The Educators. This is a place where staff *stay* and they are well taken care of and appreciated both by the employee and the parents. The ladies have been at the daycare for years. This was important for us to know that when our child bonds with their caregiver, they wouldn't be leaving any time soon.
One of the main reasons why we chose Imagination was seeing how the educators interacted with the kids during the pandemic, long before we even sent our son there. The thoughtful care they put into ensuring that the kids felt safe and loved during a very challenging time made us certain that this was the place for our child.
- The Activities. Daily swimming lessons in the summer, structured and varied indoor and outdoor activities. There hasn't been a day when my child hasn't come home talking about how much fun he has at daycare.
- The Menu. Menu changes every week and is clearly communicated to parents. Everyday the kids have 2 healthy snacks and lunch. Food allergies? No problem. They're on it. Given how close the daycare is to the waterfront, they often have picnics right by the Windmill or the water.
- Administrative Organization. This isn't a paper and pen joint. When your tax forms and invoices are sent to you, it's sent on time and SECURELY. This goes for everything: the agenda they send to you on your child's progress, their attendance sheets, registration form. It's organized and seamless.
- Location. The daycare is located in the heart of Pointe-Claire Village and the kids often participate in neighborhood activities and are very much part of the community.
- Communication. Everyday we receive a report on what our child did that day, pictures of their activities and a report on the milestones that they're working on. Amy is very hands on and is very clear when communicating with parents.
- Parental Support. There is an active parent association involved in the daycare and is very much consulted on activities and administrative procedures at the daycare.
Alexandra writes:
Amy and the team at imagination academy are wonderful, caring educators, and our son has had so much fun during his time here. They make each day special- park trips, tons of outdoor play, swimming lessons in the summer- this daycare takes learning through play to the next level! We've had an A+ experience here!
If you would like more information please contact us here, or call: 514-505-1233. We are waiting for you!
