Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Child Care Partner in Sudbury
Larch Street Kids is a well-established child care organization founded in September 1991 in Greater Sudbury. Our mission is to provide high-quality child care programs for children aged four months to 12 years, fostering a nurturing environment where qualified Early Childhood Educators empower children as capable, skilled individuals. With five child care sites and one administrative location, we prioritize child-centered, inclusive, and innovative programming that emphasizes health, safety, and financial responsibility. Our team of Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) and Community Support Workers (CSWs) delivers tailored services to meet diverse needs, collaborating with community agencies like Child and Community Resources and The Children's Treatment Centre.We maintain consistent operating hours from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM across all child care sites, ensuring accessibility for working families. Our values emphasize physical well-being through daily outdoor play, a sense of belonging through community exploration, and self-expression through creative learning opportunities. With over three decades of experience, we combine continuous professional development with evidence-based practices aligned with the Ministry document 'How Does Learning Happen?' to maintain industry leadership in early childhood education.
Services
Infant Programs
Toddler Programs
Preschool Programs
Before School Care
After School Care
Nutrition Services
Outdoor Play Areas
Special Needs Support
Parent Communication
Professional Development
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialized expertise in early childhood education
- Our programs follow evidence-based practices from the Ministry of Education
- We maintain a high ratio of Registered Early Childhood Educators to children
- Our curriculum emphasizes outdoor learning with minimum 2-hour daily play sessions
- We provide customized support through partnerships with community agencies
What people say
Exceptional staff
Safe environment
Engaging activities
Excellent communication
Professional educators
Services
Infant Programs
Our infant programs serve children aged 4-18 months with dedicated care spaces at two locations. Certified educators provide age-appropriate sensory activities and developmental support while maintaining minimum two-hour daily outdoor play sessions. Parents receive regular updates about their child's milestones and daily routines through structured communication channels.
Preschool Programs
Preschool programs for 30-month to 5-year-olds combine structured curriculum with self-directed play at four locations. Our RECE-certified staff implement creative lesson plans focusing on cognitive development, social skills, and physical coordination through indoor and outdoor learning stations.
Before and After School Care
Before and after school programs operate at four Sudbury locations for children aged 4-12 years. These programs feature homework support, arts and crafts, physical activities, and field trips while maintaining alignment with school calendars and parent schedules.
Special Needs Support
We provide specialized support through partnerships with Child and Community Resources and The Children's Treatment Centre. Our team includes Community Support Workers who assist educators in creating adapted programming for children with diverse needs across all age groups.
Nutrition Services
Our eight-week rotating menu follows Canada's Food Guide recommendations with family-style meals served daily. Children receive balanced breakfast, lunch, and snack options while learning self-regulation through age-appropriate serving opportunities guided by staff modeling healthy eating habits.
People
Sherri Cole
Executive Director
Sherri Cole leads Larch Street Kids as Executive Director with over three decades of experience in early childhood education. She oversees strategic operations across five child care sites while maintaining connections with community partners and regulatory bodies.
Jordan Carriere
Registrar
Jordan Carriere serves as Registrar, managing enrollment processes and parent communications. With RECE certification, they ensure smooth registration experiences while maintaining compliance with provincial child care regulations and documentation standards.
Heather Cross
Site Supervisor
Heather Cross supervises Alexander Kids location, implementing curriculum standards and staff development programs. She maintains direct parent communication channels while ensuring daily operations align with organizational policies and educational objectives.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide care for children aged four months to 12 years through infant, toddler, preschool, and before/after-school programs.
What are your operating hours?
Child care sites operate Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Administration office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How do I enroll my child?
Contact any of our five locations directly or reach the administration office via phone or email to begin the enrollment process.
Are meals provided?
Yes, we follow an eight-week rotating menu with breakfast, lunch, and snacks that meet Canada's Food Guide recommendations.
Do you offer special needs support?
We partner with community agencies to provide specialized programming through trained staff and adapted learning environments for children with diverse needs.