Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Bedford, NS
Daydreams Childcare Center has been a trusted provider of early childhood education since June 2003. Our family-owned business operates two state-of-the-art facilities in Bedford, Nova Scotia, serving families across Bedford, Hammonds Plains, Halifax, and surrounding areas. With capacity for 152 families, we combine experienced educators with a play-based learning philosophy to create nurturing environments for children aged 8 months to 5 years.Our owners, Tracy and Colleen Dempsey, maintain active leadership roles while fostering collaborative relationships with staff and families. Our program emphasizes sensory-rich exploration, social development, and individualized learning through structured classroom environments tailored to each developmental stage.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Curriculum
Registration Services
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Parent Resources
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 2003 with two dedicated childcare facilities
- Experienced educators maintain consistent staff-to-child ratios
- Hands-on leadership from owner-directors Tracy & Colleen Dempsey
- Age-specific classrooms with structured developmental programming
- Transparent registration process with flexible payment options
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program serves children aged 8 months to 18 months in a secure, sensory-rich environment. Certified caregivers maintain low child-to-staff ratios while implementing individualized care routines. The curriculum focuses on motor skill development, early language acquisition, and emotional bonding through structured play activities.
Toddler Programs
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds, our toddler program encourages social interaction and independence. Themed learning centers promote cognitive development through hands-on exploration. Daily routines balance structured activities with free play while emphasizing toilet training support and emerging communication skills.
Preschool Curriculum
The preschool program prepares 3- to 5-year-olds for kindergarten through play-based learning. Our curriculum integrates literacy, numeracy, and science concepts within age-appropriate activities. Small group instruction and collaborative projects foster social skills while preparing children for formal education environments.
Registration Services
Our streamlined registration process includes availability verification, deposit payment, and document submission. Parents complete forms covering medical information, emergency contacts, and behavioral policies. The $200 deposit reserves space and converts to first-month credit upon enrollment commencement.
Parent Resources
We provide comprehensive resources including program philosophy documentation, policy handbooks, and health guidelines. Parents access detailed information about daily routines, illness policies, and educational approaches through our resource center and direct staff communication.
People
Tracy Dempsey
Co-Owner & Director
Tracy Dempsey co-founded Daydreams Childcare Center in 2003. With over two decades of early childhood education experience, she oversees curriculum development and staff training while maintaining active involvement in daily operations.
Colleen Dempsey
Co-Owner & Director
Colleen Dempsey brings extensive childcare management expertise to Daydreams Childcare Center. As co-founder since 2003, she focuses on family engagement and facility operations while ensuring compliance with provincial childcare standards.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 8 months to 5 years through our four classroom divisions: infant, toddler, preschool, and senior preschool programs.
How do I register my child?
Contact us to check availability, submit a $200 deposit via e-transfer, complete registration forms, and schedule two orientation visits before your child's start date.
What are your operating hours?
Please contact our office directly for current operating hours as they may vary by season and program requirements.
Do you offer part-time options?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with 2-5 days per week options for children aged 18 months and older.
What safety measures are in place?
Our facilities maintain strict security protocols including visitor check-in, secure outdoor play areas, and staff trained in first aid and emergency procedures.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use regular email updates, parent-teacher conferences, and our online portal to share child progress reports and important program information.
Reviews (5)
Sara Lynn
Sep 01, 2021
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I just wanted to send a huge thank you to all of the amazing childcare providers at daydreams. You have shaped our little Lucy into an amazing young lady who has cherished every moment at your centre, and Esther has gone from a shy, quiet pandemic baby, to an outgoing, happy little goofball. We are so sad to be leaving daydreams and so grateful for our time with all of the teachers our girls have had along the way. ❤
Melissa MacBurnie-Nickerson
Sep 01, 2021
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Amazing care for my 3 children over the past 8 straight years, couldn't have asked for a better childcare experience, teachers far exceeded my expectations with their dedication to giving the children fun filled and adventurous days!
KarEl Angus
Jun 18, 2020
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An amazing place that my kids love. They have been so loving towards my children who have thrived there. Hope will miss all the teachers so much when she goes to primary!
Pam Black
Sep 03, 2019
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The staff is so caring and compassionate here. They came highly recommended and they have exceeded all expectations
Robert Berkley
Mar 04, 2019
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Both of our kids attended Daydreams and basically grew up here ! Excellent teachers who really care about the children and amazing owners who provide quality service and care
