Bonjour Laval families! Welcome to Garderie Éducative Minimi, your trusted partner for exceptional bilingual childcare, conveniently located at 1051 Chemin du Bord-de-l'Eau in Ste. Dorothée, Laval. We are passionately committed to providing your children (from tiny infants aged 0 months up to 5 years old) with a truly secure, warm, and stimulating environment where they can flourish.
Imagine a place where every day is an adventure in learning and fun! Our daily schedule masterfully blends directed activities with ample free play, all designed to foster your child's motor, intellectual, and social development within a relaxed and happy atmosphere. For our precious infants ("poupons"), we lavish attention, affection, and development-focused play. We follow a consistent daily routine, including a specific directed activity each morning, ensuring predictability and comfort.
Our Core Philosophy:
At Garderie Minimi, we champion the holistic development of every child, always considering their unique needs, strengths, and limits. We focus on validating their abilities and reinforcing their self-esteem, building confident, curious learners. This is brought to life by our team of qualified and experienced educators, all holding diplomas in Early Childhood Education. Their expertise ensures your child receives the best possible guidance.
A World of Enrichment:
We offer a vibrant, bilingual program packed with engaging features:
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Recognized Educational Framework: We adhere to the Ministère de la Famille's guidelines and integrate programs like "Jouer c’est magique."
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Tech & Science: A mini-lab for exciting experiments and even an iPad program used as a rewarding tool for our 4-5 year olds.
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Culinary Fun: Hands-on cooking activities to delight the senses and teach basic skills.
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Dynamic Physical Activities: Keeping little bodies moving with Zumba, Dance, Aerobics, specialized Gym Minimi sessions, and Yoga.
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Modern & Safe Facilities: Our spaces are airy, modern, bright, and secure, including a safe, private playground for outdoor fun. We accommodate up to 74 children, including 10 infants.
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Delicious & Healthy Meals: We provide hot, balanced meals plus a breakfast and two healthy snacks daily, all freshly prepared on-site following the Canada Food Guide and served "à volonté" (as much as they like!).
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Seasonal Adventures: From winter fun (sledding, snowmen) to summer excitement (inflatables, water games, minibus rides, park visits), plus educational outings throughout the year!
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Special Celebrations: We make birthdays extra special for our little treasures!
Affordable Quality Care:
As a private daycare, we offer exceptional value. Thanks to the provincial refundable tax credit for childcare expenses (with advance monthly payments available, reimbursing up to 75%) and federal credits, your daily cost can be significantly reduced (estimated around $9.35/day)*. Ask us how!
Health & Safety First:
Rest assured, we strictly adhere to all public health sanitary protocols for the well-being of children and staff. Your child's safety is paramount. We also offer ample private parking and secure, camera-monitored access.
Ready to discover a nurturing, stimulating, and affordable bilingual daycare in Ste. Dorothée?
