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Licensed Daycare Programs · Edmonton & Alberta
Licensed Programs for Every Stage of Childhood
St. Francis offers daycare programs for children, available across our five centres in Edmonton, Viking, and Grande Prairie, licensed under Alberta’s Early Learning and Child Care Act and follows the province’s Flight: Early Learning and Care Framework.
Daycare Programs at a Glance
We offer five licensed programs covering ages 12 months to Grade 6, each tailored to the developmental stage it serves.
| Program | Ages | Offered At |
|---|---|---|
| 🍼 Infant Care | 12 to 18 months | Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie |
| 🧸 Toddler Program | 18 months to 3 years | Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie |
| 🎨 Preschoolers | 3 to 4.5 years | Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie |
| 📚 Kindergarten | 4.5 to 6 years | Belvedere, Greenview, Viking, Grande Prairie |
| 🎒 Out-of-School Care | Grade 1 and up | All five centres |
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Infant Care
(12 to 18 Months)
👬 1:3 Educator Ratio
📍 Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie
Small-group care for babies just starting to explore the world. Our infant program runs at Belvedere, Viking, and Grande Prairie.
Days are built around feeding, sleeping, and one-on-one bonding, with sensory play, tummy time, and gentle social moments mixed in.
We follow Alberta’s 1:3 staff-to-infant ratio, the province’s strictest, so every baby receives attentive, individualized care.
Each centre has a dedicated infant room with cribs, change stations, and feeding areas separated from older children’s spaces.
12 – 18 months
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Toddler Program
(18 Months to 3 Years)
👬 1:6 Educator Ratio
📍 Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie
The toddler years are when language, friendships, and independence take off. Our toddler program is offered at Belvedere, Viking, and Grande Prairie.
Children practise toilet training, self-feeding, dressing, and the social give-and-take of early friendships.
Activities are play-based and include outdoor time every day, weather permitting. We follow Alberta’s 1:6 staff-to-child ratio for this age group.
Educators track language and motor milestones throughout the year and share progress with families during regular check-ins.
18 months – 3 years
3
Preschoolers
(3 to 4.5 Years)
👬 1:8 Educator Ratio
📍 Belvedere, Viking, Grande Prairie
Play-based learning becomes more structured. Our preschool program runs at Belvedere, Viking, and Grande Prairie.
Children explore letters, numbers, sorting, counting, basic science, and art, with social-skill building woven through every activity.
Group ratios meet Alberta’s 1:8 standard, and the curriculum follows Alberta’s Flight framework for early childhood development.
Educators document each child’s progress so parents can see exactly where their child is on the path to kindergarten readiness.
3 – 4.5 years
4
Kindergarten
(4.5 to 6 Years)
👬 1:10 Educator Ratio
📍 Belvedere, Greenview, Viking, Grande Prairie
A full-day kindergarten program built around school readiness. Available at Belvedere, Greenview, Viking, and Grande Prairie.
We emphasize problem-solving, early reading, numeracy, and everyday activities familiar to first graders.
Group ratios follow Alberta’s 1:10 standard. Educators include staff with kindergarten-specific training, and the curriculum aligns with Alberta Education’s expectations.
Where helpful, we coordinate with local schools so children transition into Grade 1 with continuity in learning style and social skills.
4.5 – 6 years
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Out-of-School Care
(Grade 1 and Up)
👬 1:15 Educator Ratio
📍 All five centres
Before-school and after-school care for school-age children, plus full-day care on professional development days and school breaks. Available at all five St. Francis centres.
Children receive homework support, healthy snacks, structured activities, and free play in a safe, supervised setting.
We staff Alberta’s 1:15 ratio for school-age children, with educators trained in age-appropriate behaviour, supervision, and conflict resolution.
ℹ️ Please note: we do not provide transportation between schools and our centres. Families arrange drop-off and pickup directly.
Grade 1 and up
Find the Right Daycare Program for Your Child
Not sure which program fits your child? The fastest way to choose is to visit one of our centres. Tours run year-round and take about 30 minutes. You are welcome to bring your child along to meet the educators.
Have a question first? Contact us at Info@stfrancisdaycare.ca or call your nearest centre. We will get back to you within one business day.
