Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Nanaimo
Since 1999, Jolly Giant Childcare has been dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and care in Nanaimo. Our programs are designed to foster holistic development through nurturing environments led by experienced educators. We prioritize creating a foundation for lifelong learning by combining structured curricula with play-based activities tailored to each child's needs. Our commitment to affordability is demonstrated through participation in the Provincial Government Fee Reduction Initiative and acceptance of the Affordable Child Care Benefit Program.With multiple locations across Nanaimo, we offer flexible options including full-time, part-time, and drop-in childcare services for infants through preschool-aged children. Our standardized billing system ensures predictable monthly payments, while our overtime policy encourages punctual pickups. Through parent handbooks, video tours, and transparent communication, we maintain strong partnerships with families to support every child's growth and success.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
Drop-In Childcare
Fee Assistance
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Serving Nanaimo families with childcare expertise since 1999
- Participate in Provincial Government Fee Reduction Initiative
- Offer structured billing with predictable monthly payments
- Provide flexible drop-in childcare options with space availability
- Maintain consistent operating hours across all locations
Services
Infant & Toddler Programs
Specialized care for children aged 3 months to 3 years focuses on sensory development and foundational learning. Our trained educators create secure environments that promote motor skills and early socialization through age-appropriate activities. Programs emphasize consistent routines to support emotional security and developmental milestones.
Daycare & Preschool Programs
Structured learning environments for children aged 2.5 to 5 years combine play-based education with academic preparation. Curriculum includes literacy development, numeracy concepts, and social-emotional learning through themed activities that foster curiosity and school readiness skills in a supportive setting.
Drop In Program
Pay-as-you-go childcare option offers scheduling flexibility for unexpected needs. Available on a daily basis when space permits, this service accommodates varying care requirements while maintaining quality supervision and age-appropriate activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
Fee Reduction Initiative
Government-partnered financial assistance reduces childcare costs through standardized fee schedules. Eligible families receive direct support that lowers monthly payments while maintaining access to all program benefits and educational resources included in regular tuition.
Affordable Child Care Benefit
Provincial government-funded program provides additional financial support for qualifying families. This benefit operates alongside our standard fee reduction initiative to further decrease childcare expenses while ensuring consistent quality care and educational programming for enrolled children.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for infants (3 months) through preschool-aged children (up to 5 years) across our programs.
Are government subsidies available?
Yes, we participate in both the Provincial Government Fee Reduction Initiative and the Affordable Child Care Benefit Program.
Do you offer flexible scheduling options?
We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in childcare options when space is available.
How are monthly fees structured?
Billing follows a four-week cycle with fixed payments that don't fluctuate based on calendar months.
What happens for late pickups?
Overtime fees of $2 per minute apply for pickups exceeding your contracted schedule.
Reviews (6)
T. K.
Jan 26, 2022
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Theyre stalling changing over to revised BC COVID protocols so they can continue to enforce 10 day isolation for close contact while collecting fees and not paying staff. A huge scam of a daycare AVOID!!!!!
Jennifer Jones
Nov 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
My child attends here and constantly tells me she loves her teachers and even asks for them on weekends. She talks enthusiastically about what she learnt at circle time and sings new songs for us at home. We love this daycare!
My child attends here and constantly tells me she loves her teachers and even asks for them on weekends. She talks enthusiastically about what she learnt at circle time and sings new songs for us at home. We love this daycare!
Bincy Baby
Jul 20, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
They don't keep their promises. I had a very bad experience from them
They don't keep their promises. I had a very bad experience from them
Kelsey Bergen
Feb 14, 2020
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Hi, my husband and I have called and left multiple messages over the past 2 weeks trying to get a hold of someone from your enrolment line. I have spoken to other people at the daycare centres, who are lovely, but they don’t have access to the information we are looking for. We just need to figure out what is happening with our boys as we were told… there would be two part time spots for them in April but we don’t know where yet or what days. Please call me back (message me on here and I will give you my number). We have spent $100 on registration fees and have not had that great
Carolyn Anne
Dec 08, 2018
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We absolutely love Jolly Giant! The Nadely location has been an amazing experience for all of us! My daughter loves going to "see friends" and always has a positive experience. We are so sad to be moving away💔😭 Jay and Taya are AMAZING🙌🙌🙌🙌
Kim Robinson
Sep 06, 2017
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My daughter loves her daycare. The caregivers at Portsmouth are the best! I appreciate everything they do for our little girl.
