Our Services
Gwillimbury Hills Montessori Daycare
At Gwillimbury Hills, our programs follow the Montessori philosophy supporting each child’s natural curiosity, independence, and development through hands-on learning.
Toddler Program (18 months – 2.5 years)
At Gwillimbury Hills, our energetic and caring teachers encourage and gently guide each toddler through this important exploratory and discovery stage. knowledgeable educators provide a program that meets each child’s needs during this formative period of development.
Your child will be exposed to a quiet playing and reading area. In this area, your child can choose to participate independently in a range of logic games and puzzles, and many more stimulating activities that allow them to develop. To an adult their “work” might look like play, but to a Toddler, it is an extraordinary learning period requiring all of their concentration. The classroom environment is designed to allow them to build trust and to instill a love of learning. Learning self-help skills is an important part of the toddler curriculum. Toddlers step into a loving, warm space where everything, from the furniture to the sensory materials- has been created with their rapid growth in mind. A very small teacher-student ratio of 1:5 ensures that each child is given the care he or she needs.
Toddlers will experience following activities:
• Interactive play, music, and dance.
• Outdoor time encourages social engagement in plenty of fresh air and sunshine.
• Age-appropriate fitness toys and activities keep toddlers on the move.
• Practical life and self-help activities such as using spoon, washing hands, picking up after themselves, dress and undress themselves, toilet themselves and clean up after themselves.
• Sensory work such as cutting, pasting, puzzles, sewing, sorting and painting to develop different senses and motor skills.
• Sharing with their peers and helping them are taught to this age group in order to foster sociality assimilation.
• Language development using materials such as language cards, songs, books and poems.
• Beginning with social skills, toddlers will participate in short group circle times.
• Engagement in imaginary play, creative arts and a colorful assortment of reading options.
• Potty training and beginner daily life skills.
• A daily nap and quiet, soothing books help unwind a busy toddler.
Toddlers will develop following skills:
• Eye-hand coordination
• Self-confidence and feel comfortable with new people and places
• Vocabulary and Language skills
• Social skills, sharing and caring
• Practical Life skills
• Grace and courtesy
• Independently care for themselves, others and the classroom environment
• Fine and gross motor skills
• Decision making skills
• Problem solving skills
• Sensorial Skills (Development of Visual Sense, chromatic Sense, Auditory Sense, Tactile Sense, Olfactory sense, Gustatory Sense and discrimination of shape)
- Preschool Program (2.5 – 4 years)
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- Montessori Casa Program (3 – 6 years)
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Ginger Hills Learning Centre
Ginger Hills Learning Centre is a play-based learning daycare where children develop through exploration, imagination, and hands-on play. Our programs focus on supporting each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth in a warm, child-centred environment.
- Toddler Program (18 months – 2.5 years)
Our toddler program provides a nurturing space that supports early development through guided play, sensory activities, and exploration.
Skills children develop in this program:
- Early communication and language skills
- Social interaction (sharing, waiting, turn-taking)
- Fine and gross motor development
- Sensory awareness and curiosity
- Emotional regulation and confidence
- Early problem-solving and cause-and-effect understanding
Preschool Program (2.5 – 4 years)
Our preschool program prepares children for kindergarten using open-ended, play-based experiences that encourage independence and creativity.
Skills children develop in this program:
• Early literacy (letters, storytelling, vocabulary)
• Early numeracy (counting, shapes, simple patterns)
• Creativity and imagination
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Cooperative play and teamwork
• Self-help skills (dressing, tidying, routines)
• Emotional and social development (empathy, communication, confidence)
Before & After School Program
Our Before & After School Program offers a fun, enriching, and supportive environment where school-aged children can unwind, explore new interests, and build meaningful friendships. We go beyond basic supervision by offering a variety of engaging activities that help children grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
Skills and experiences children develop in this program:
- Responsibility and independence
- Social confidence and peer relationships
- Creative thinking and self-expression
- Physical development through outdoor play and team games
- Homework and academic support skills
- Problem-solving and leadership skills
What makes our program stand out:
- STEM Activities: Building challenges, simple science experiments, robotics play, and problem-solving games
Creative Arts:
Painting, crafting, beadwork, clay projects, and themed art challenges
Outdoor Adventure Time:
- Nature walks, playground exploration, group sports, and cooperative games
Quiet Homework Corner:
- A calm space with support available when needed
Mindfulness & Relaxation Time:
- Yoga, stretching, and calm-down activities
Special Theme Days:
(e.g., Lego day, Pajama day, Craft challenge day, Mini talent show)
Cooking & Snack Creation Activities:
Simple, supervised no-bake cooking experiences
Music & Movement Sessions:
Dance breaks, rhythm games, and fun group exercises
This program is designed to provide the perfect balance of fun, learning, and relaxation, making it an exciting place for children to spend their time before and after school.