Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Early Childhood Education in Port Alberni
Shining Star Childcare has been nurturing young minds since 1995 through a balanced approach combining traditional learning with hands-on experiences. Our team of dedicated educators prioritizes individualized attention, ensuring every child feels included and supported in their developmental journey. We believe in fostering self-help skills and encouraging curiosity through exploration of both natural and structured environments. Our programs emphasize respect, compassion, and safety while preparing children for future academic and social challenges.With a focus on nature-based learning, we create opportunities for children to engage with their surroundings in meaningful ways. Our experienced staff maintains consistent teaching strategies that adapt to evolving educational needs while preserving a commitment to quality care. We take pride in maintaining a clean, inclusive atmosphere where children can thrive through discovery and play-based learning activities.
Services
Early Childhood Education
Infant & Toddler Care
Nature-Based Learning
After-School Programs
Summer Camps
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have provided quality childcare since 1995 with experienced educators
- Our programs emphasize nature-based learning and hands-on experiences
- We maintain small group sizes for personalized attention
- Our staff specializes in infant and toddler development
- We focus on building self-help skills and environmental awareness
Services
Early Childhood Education
Our early childhood education programs combine traditional learning with hands-on experiences to develop foundational skills. We focus on social-emotional growth, cognitive development, and motor skills through structured activities and free play. Our curriculum prepares children for academic success while nurturing their natural curiosity and creativity.
Infant & Toddler Care
Specialized infant and toddler care provides safe, stimulating environments for our youngest learners. Our certified educators implement age-appropriate activities that promote sensory development, motor skills, and early social interactions. We maintain low child-to-staff ratios to ensure personalized attention and consistent caregiving routines.
Nature-Based Learning
Nature-based learning programs integrate outdoor exploration with educational objectives. Children engage with natural environments through guided discovery, gardening activities, and environmental observation. This approach develops physical coordination, scientific thinking, and appreciation for nature while meeting developmental milestones through experiential learning.
After-School Programs
After-school programs offer structured enrichment activities for school-age children. Our staff provides homework assistance, creative projects, and supervised playtime in safe, supportive environments. We focus on developing organizational skills, social responsibility, and positive peer relationships while bridging the gap between school and home life.
Summer Camps
Summer camps provide engaging educational experiences during school breaks. Our themed programs combine learning with recreational activities through arts, science projects, and outdoor adventures. We maintain consistent safety protocols while encouraging exploration, teamwork, and skill development in fun, stimulating environments.
People
Alicia Pagani
Supervisor - Early Childhood Educator
Alicia brings extensive experience in early childhood education to her supervisory role. She focuses on curriculum development and staff mentoring while maintaining direct involvement in classroom instruction.
Asia Emerick
Manager - Early Childhood Educator
Asia oversees daily operations while providing specialized infant and toddler care. Her leadership combines administrative expertise with hands-on experience in early childhood development.
Harpreet Gill
Early Childhood Educator
Harpreet specializes in infant and toddler education with a focus on creating nurturing environments. She implements developmentally appropriate practices that support young children's growth and learning.
Alia Crowley
Early Childhood Educator
Alia contributes to diverse programming through her expertise in early childhood education. She develops engaging activities that promote social skills and cognitive development across multiple age groups.
Lisa Cottrill
Early Childhood Educator
Lisa provides dedicated classroom instruction with emphasis on creative learning experiences. Her approach combines structured teaching with flexible exploration to support individual learning styles.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for infants through school-age children with specialized programs for each developmental stage.
What is your educator-to-child ratio?
We maintain low ratios with one educator for every five children in preschool programs and higher ratios for younger age groups.
Do you offer summer programs?
Yes, we operate summer camps that combine educational activities with recreational opportunities for school-age children.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain secure facilities with controlled access, trained staff, and established emergency protocols to ensure children's safety at all times.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use daily reports, parent-teacher conferences, and regular updates to maintain open communication about children's progress and needs.
What is your approach to learning?
We combine traditional teaching methods with nature-based exploration to create balanced learning experiences that support holistic development.
