Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Port Lambton
Founded in 1992, Sombra Township Child Care Inc. has dedicated over three decades to providing high-quality early learning programs for children aged 3 months to 12 years. Our mission centers on fostering positive self-esteem, connecting families with community resources, and creating stimulating environments where children thrive. With two licensed sites at Sacred Heart Catholic School and Riverview Central School, we offer infant, toddler, preschool, and before/after-school programs that meet or exceed provincial regulations. Our team of Registered Early Childhood Educators delivers curriculum aligned with Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years, emphasizing observation-based learning and developmental milestones.We maintain transparency through annual parent surveys, licensing inspections, and quality assurance reviews, ensuring accountability to both families and Lambton County. As a non-profit organization governed by a volunteer board of directors, we prioritize community needs while maintaining partnerships with agencies like Lambton Public Health and EarlyON to enhance service delivery.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
After-School Care
Summer Camps
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have 32 years of experience delivering licensed childcare programs in Lambton County
- Our 183 licensed spaces meet provincial standards for child-to-staff ratios
- Registered Early Childhood Educators implement Ontario's official early years pedagogy
- We maintain partnerships with Lambton Public Health and EarlyON for comprehensive support
- Annual quality assurance reviews demonstrate our commitment to program excellence
What people say
Caring and dedicated team
Fantastic job accommodating needs
Safe educational environment
Respect and sharing lessons
Home-cooked meals daily
Services
Infant Care
Our infant care program supports children aged 3 months to 18 months in a nurturing environment. Certified educators focus on sensory development, motor skills, and early socialization through structured routines and play-based learning. Each infant receives individualized attention with a 1:3 staff-to-child ratio ensuring personalized care.
Toddler Programs
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds, our toddler programs emphasize language development and independence. Through themed activities and small-group interactions, children build foundational skills while maintaining a 1:5 staff-to-child ratio that balances structure with exploratory play.
Preschool Education
Our preschool curriculum prepares 3-5 year olds for school readiness through play-based learning aligned with Ontario's pedagogy. With a 1:8 staff-to-child ratio, we focus on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development while tracking progress through Ages and Stages Questionnaires.
After-School Care
Serving children aged 4-12, our before and after-school programs offer homework support, recreational activities, and structured socialization. With a 1:15 staff-to-child ratio, we provide transportation to local schools and maintain partnerships with community organizations for enriched programming.
Summer Camps
Our summer camps and holiday programs for school-age children feature themed activities, outdoor exploration, and special events. Operating during school breaks with a 1:15 staff-to-child ratio, these programs maintain continuity of care while offering age-appropriate enrichment opportunities.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We provide licensed care for children aged 3 months to 12 years across our two locations.
Are meals provided for children?
Yes, our programs include home-cooked meals and snacks prepared daily by on-site cooks.
Do you offer part-time enrollment options?
We accommodate both full-time and part-time schedules to meet family needs.
Is financial assistance available?
Subsidy programs through Lambton County help make childcare accessible to qualifying families.
What happens during school holidays?
We offer summer camps, March Break, and PA Day programs for school-age children.
How do you communicate with parents?
We maintain open communication through daily updates, developmental documentation, and parent-teacher interactions.
