Alberni Valley Childcare Society-Stepping Stones Programs

We are a registered charitable not for profit society, and licensed childcare organization that has been offering programs and services to meet individual childcare needs since 1971. at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre
Stepping Stones Too: 4222 Cedarwood St. Description

We believe infants and toddlers learn through play and support this is in our programs. We have primary care givers who establish a close and nurturing relationship with your child. To ensure a sense of trust and security we plan our program activities and routines so that there is a regular day to day pattern. Nutritious snacks are provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 4. Daycare
30 months to 5 year olds

A quality program for children thirty months to five years old. Locations:

Stepping Stones: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
Stepping Stones Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)
Stepping Stones Too: 4222 Cedarwood St. Description:

We provide care, support and activities to develop each child's individual independence and personal growth. Children are building on preschool skills in a daycare environment. Each centre has spacious rooms, fully equipped programs and universal playgrounds. At Stepping Stones, children can also access a large indoor gym space. A nutritious morning and afternoon snack is provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 8. Programs:
Daycare - Under 3 years
Daycare 3 - 5 Years &
Full Day Kindergarten


Preschool
Classes for 3 to 5 year olds

A child centered program providing early learning opportunities for children. Locations:
(English) Stepping Stones: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
(French) Stepping Stones Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)


Description:

Our programs provide unlimited possibilities to construct, create, imagine and discover in a safe and nurturing environment. Children participate in a take home reading program and are building a foundation to become active life long learners. Special outings are part of our monthly program. A nutritious snack is provided. The staff to child ratio is 1 to 10. Before & After School Care. Kindergarten to Grade 6

Before and after school care for children in Kindergarten to Grade 6. Locations:

Stepping Out Club: 4325 Neill St. (at Kiwanis Hilton Children's Centre)
Stepping Out Alberni: 4645 Helen St. (at Alberni Elementary)

Description:

The programs provide opportunities for group and personal projects, indoor and outdoor games, art, cooking, weekly outings and special events. Snack is provided. The staff to child ratio for K-1 is 1 to 10 and 1-15 for children Grades 2-6. Some transportation available on our Stepping Stones Bus - please call.