Finding the right child care for your children is a significant decision for any parent. The Child Care Lookup Tool is designed to simplify this process, providing you with essential information about licensed child care programs and family day home agencies. This powerful resource allows you to access details about program locations, the age groups they serve, capacity, operational status, and crucial recent inspection results, all in one convenient place.
This tool is your starting point for identifying regulated child care options. It focuses exclusively on licensed programs, ensuring a baseline of quality and oversight. It’s important to note that the Child Care Lookup tool does not include information on private, informal child care arrangements. For parents interested in programs offered through the Ministry of Education, such as pre-kindergarten or junior kindergarten, reaching out to your local school board or Early Childhood Services (ECS) operator is the best step to learn about program availability and enrollment procedures.
To begin your search for child care, the tool offers user-friendly search options. You can easily search for programs in your vicinity by entering your city and/or postal code. To narrow your search, specify the age group of your child and the type of program you are seeking. For clarity on program types and age group definitions, please refer to the definitions provided within the tool itself.
If you already have a specific child care program in mind, you can expedite your search by entering the program’s name and city. Even if you only remember part of the name, the tool is flexible; you can enter at least three characters of the program name to initiate a search.
The search functionality is designed to be adaptable to the information you have available. Provide as much or as little detail as you know and submit your query. The results will present a comprehensive list of programs matching your criteria, including each facility’s name, complete address with postal code, phone number, capacity, accreditation status, and records of previous inspections. This detailed information empowers you to make informed choices in your child care search.
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For further details, it is recommended to review the disclaimer and glossary of terms associated with the Child Care Lookup tool to fully understand the information presented and its context.
