Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Center in Edmonton for Early Learning
Summerside Child Care is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that extends the values of home into early childhood education. Founded in August 2007 by Bala Rao and Indira Rao, our center combines over two decades of collective experience in early childhood education with a commitment to holistic development. Our team of certified caregivers and educators employs a child-directed curriculum, emphasizing hands-on learning and the Whole Language Approach to cultivate cognitive, emotional, and social growth.We prioritize security through trained personnel and visitor protocols while fostering parental involvement via daily reports and collaborative opportunities. Recognized for our developmentally appropriate programs, we serve children aged 12 months to 7 years in Edmonton, Alberta, ensuring each child feels valued and inspired to learn.
Services
Childcare Programs
Arts & Crafts
Drama & Puppetry
Music & Band
Outdoor Play
Science & Nature
Social Development
Parental Involvement
Security Services
Educational Curriculum
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer a child-directed curriculum with hands-on learning experiences.
- Our team includes certified caregivers with extensive early childhood education experience.
- We prioritize security with trained personnel and visitor log-in systems.
- Parental involvement is encouraged through daily reports and collaborative opportunities.
- Our programs are developmentally appropriate and cost-effective for families.
What people say
Dedicated staff
Engaging curriculum
Secure environment
Parental trust
Child development
Services
Childcare Programs
Our childcare programs cater to children aged 12 months to 7 years, focusing on holistic development through structured play, educational activities, and personalized care. We emphasize cognitive, emotional, and social growth while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment that mirrors home comforts.
Arts & Crafts
Arts & crafts sessions encourage creativity and fine motor skills through painting, drawing, and hands-on projects. These activities foster self-expression and collaborative learning, aligning with our whole-child approach to early education and developmental milestones.
Music & Band
Music & band activities introduce rhythm, instruments, and group performance to enhance auditory development and teamwork. These sessions promote cultural awareness and joy in learning, supporting language acquisition and emotional expression through sound.
Outdoor Play
Outdoor play sessions develop gross motor skills and physical health through structured games and free exploration. We integrate nature-based learning to stimulate curiosity, social interaction, and environmental awareness in a secure outdoor setting.
Science & Nature
Science & nature programs engage children in hands-on experiments and observation to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These activities connect learning to real-world concepts, fostering a lifelong curiosity about the natural world and scientific principles.
People
Indira Rao
Founder & Director
Indira Rao holds an Early Childhood Education degree and Level III First Aid/CPR certification. With prior experience managing Little Otters Daycare, she brings over 15 years of expertise in child development and educational leadership to Summerside Child Care.
Bala Rao
Co-Founder
Bala Rao co-founded Summerside Child Care with his wife Indira. While not directly involved in daily operations, his strategic support and commitment to quality childcare have been instrumental in establishing the center's vision and community impact.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children aged 12 months to 7 years, offering age-appropriate programs tailored to developmental stages and learning needs.
What educational approach do you use?
We use a child-directed curriculum with the Whole Language Approach, emphasizing hands-on learning, creativity, and holistic development across cognitive, emotional, and social domains.
How do you involve parents?
Parents receive daily reports for infants/toddlers, monthly program updates, and opportunities to participate in discussions, suggest improvements, and volunteer at the center.
What security measures are in place?
Our center has trained security personnel, visitor log-in systems, and CPR-certified staff to ensure a safe environment for all children and staff.
What activities are offered?
We provide arts & crafts, music & band, outdoor play, science & nature exploration, drama & puppetry, and structured learning activities aligned with early childhood education standards.
Reviews (6)
Shantell M.
Jun 23, 2018
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The staff are so friendly and easy to talk to. My son loved this Centre and every teacher there. We were sad to leave because we had moved out of the area. This was one of the best child care centres we have been a part of. The locked door policy was an added bonus. I would recommend them to any family who needs a safe and loving environment for their little ones to grow and learn.
Vivek Kumar
Aug 13, 2016
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Posh and charming !!! Kids wouldn't leave the day care easily. Very Friendy staff and amazing care at affordable prices. Would surely recommend to everyone!
Aarthi Velusamy
Jun 15, 2016
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My experience with Summerside Child Care Centre has been phenomenally good and only have positive feedback for its continuing best service to the community who are dedicated in providing exceptional, excellent childcare. As for the staff, they are fully qualified and experienced in their field and very caring as well.They nurtures and really cares about each individual child. The communication with them is also great! Parents are being kept updated on what's going on. I don't need to worry about what my kid eats--kids get nutritious, tasty meals. On the whole, I have no complaints and thankful
Sohan Kumar
Dec 09, 2015
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Extremely down to earth staff. Always goes that extra mile . Very professional service with a smile.Very neat, clean and attractive atmosphere. Awesome people to deal with. I recommend it to all. Staff are well educated and provide tender loving care to kids.
Cecilia Gordillo
Nov 09, 2015
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Mi child was very happy going everyday, staff was awesome!!! I was very sad to leave the daycare, but moved far from the daycare. Very positive experience.
Melange Salon & Spa
Sep 05, 2015
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My son loves it there. He's made many great friends,likes the teachers. We are very happy with this centre.
