Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Quality Child Care in Scarborough
Heritage Home Child Care Services has been a trusted provider of licensed early learning and care in Scarborough since 1985. As a non-profit organization, we are committed to delivering high-quality programs that prioritize children's safety, development, and individualized growth. Our team includes Registered Early Childhood Educators, Educational Assistants, and trained Home Child Care Providers who create nurturing environments aligned with provincial standards. We maintain annual licensing through the Ontario Ministry of Education and undergo rigorous quality assessments to ensure excellence. Our programs emphasize play-based learning, social skill development, and motor skill enhancement while fostering strong partnerships with families.We operate two licensed centers at St. Rene Goupil Catholic School and Milliken Public School, meeting all municipal and provincial requirements. Our curriculum follows the Ministry of Education's 'How Does Learning Happen' framework, ensuring children receive developmentally appropriate care. We support home-based caregivers through monthly visits, training, and resources to maintain consistent quality across all settings. Our affiliations with professional organizations like the College of Early Childhood Educators and the Home Child Care Association of Ontario reinforce our commitment to industry leadership. For over three decades, we have built a reputation for exceeding expectations in early childhood education and care.
Services
Home Child Care
Early Learning Programs
Summer Camps
Before/After School Care
Caregiver Training
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Licensed since 1985 with proven expertise in early childhood education
- Programs led by Registered Early Childhood Educators and trained professionals
- Flexible home-based and center-based care options available
- Annual quality assessments ensure compliance with provincial standards
- Strong partnerships with families and community organizations
Associations and certifications
- Ontario Ministry of Education
- College of Early Childhood Educators
- Association of Early Childhood Educators
- Home Child Care Association of Ontario
Services
Home Child Care
Our home child care services provide personalized care in warm, family-like environments. Trained caregivers offer flexible schedules and individualized attention while maintaining strict safety standards. Monthly home visits ensure quality oversight and support for both providers and families.
Early Learning Programs
Center-based early learning programs follow provincial curriculum guidelines with a focus on play-based development. Qualified educators facilitate social, emotional, and cognitive growth through structured activities and exploratory learning experiences tailored to children aged 18 months to 12 years.
Summer Camps
Full-day summer camps operate during school holidays with extended care options. Programs include educational activities, outdoor play, and special events while maintaining licensed ratios. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided daily in accordance with Canada's Food Guide.
Before/After School Care
Comprehensive care for school-aged children includes transportation assistance, homework support, and recreational activities. Services operate during standard school hours with extended availability before and after classes at designated locations.
Caregiver Training
We provide mandatory and optional training programs for home child care providers covering child development, safety protocols, and curriculum planning. Ongoing workshops ensure caregivers maintain current knowledge and meet provincial licensing requirements through continuous education.
People
M. Gaby Chauvet
Executive Director
Registered Early Childhood Educator with extensive experience in early childhood education leadership. Oversees program quality and compliance across all Heritage Home Child Care Services operations.
Sandy Alava-Burbano
Child Care Manager
Manages daily operations at the Milliken Site location with a focus on staff development and family engagement. Coordinates program implementation across multiple service delivery models.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide licensed care for children from infancy through 12 years of age across our home-based and center-based programs.
Are your programs licensed?
Yes, we are licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the Child Care and Early Years Act with annual quality assessments.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
Our home child care services provide flexible hours while center-based programs operate from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with before/after school options.
What qualifications do your staff have?
Our programs are led by Registered Early Childhood Educators and trained professionals who complete ongoing professional development.
How do you ensure program quality?
Monthly home visits, annual licensing reviews, and adherence to provincial standards ensure consistent quality across all our service locations.
Do you accept child care subsidies?
Yes, we work with families receiving Toronto Children's Services subsidies and provide necessary documentation for subsidy applications.
