Waterfront Child Care

boy in playground Lakeside Waterfront Child Care Centre welcomes your children in a safe, inclusive space and provides high-quality care and early learning. Located in Waterfront School, your children will thrive with a well-equipped playground, nutritionist-approved, freshly made lunches and snacks, and regular neighbourhood walks.

Ages

2 1/2 to 12 years

Register

Online Registration

All registrations will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis and your spot is determined by the date you registered. If there are no available spaces, your child will be placed on a waiting list and we'll contact you once a spot opens.

Note: to be eligible for our before and after-school care, your children must attend Waterfront School.

Fees

Range from $11.25 to $44.00 per day

See below for full details

Fees:

age and time	fee per day
Preschool	$ 25.04
Full Day Kindergarten Before and After School Morning Only Kindergarten Afternoon Only Kindergarten	$ 16.54 $ 11.25 $ 12.52
Kindergarten Summer Camp	$ 21.62
Full Day School Age Before and After School Before School After School	$ 39.50 $ 14.50 $ 29.00
School Age Summer Camp	$ 47.00

Please note that all fees are subject to change and that we require a deposit upon registration. We accept payments through credit cards, cheques, and pre-authorized bank withdrawals.

Rooms and Phone Numbers:

Preschool Room A	416.828.6343
Preschool Room B	647.206.5370
Kindergarten Room	416.828.6457
School-Age Room	416.828.4582

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

FAQs

Do you offer subsidies?

City of Toronto fee subsidies help families in financial need with the cost of licensed child care programs. Click here for the City of Toronto Child Care Fee Subsidy Application.
Can you tell me more about the food program?

Nutritionist-approved, freshly made lunches and snacks are provided daily by Real Food for Real Kids and we accommodate food restrictions/allergies.
If I register for the waiting list, does this mean my child is guaranteed a spot?

Putting your name on the registration list does not guarantee a confirmed spot. We will contact you once a spot is available.
Does your centre have cameras or an app to observe my child?

Our child care centre does not have cameras or an app to watch your child.
When and how do I enroll my preschool child in Full-day Kindergarten?

You can enroll in February or March before your child is eligible for full-day kindergarten. Visit the TDSB or TCDSB Kindergarten Registration for details.
Will I get detailed information about the Centre?
Absolutely. You'll receive a welcome package and parents' manual once a space opens for your child.