About OCDSB Early Learning Centers
The OCDSB operates three Early Learning Centers offering childcare to toddler and preschool aged children. These programs offer high quality licensed child care options for our youngest learners in safe, nurturing environments.
As a licensed child care program in Ontario, we adhere to the Ministry of Education’s policy statement on programming and pedagogy (How Does Learning Happen?).
This is based upon four foundations to build on as a child continues in our care: Belonging, Well-Being, Engagement and Expression. Throughout this journey, we view all children, parents/caregivers and educator teams as competent, capable, curious and rich in potential.
The Early Learning Center Programs operated by the Ottawa Carleton District School Board are licensed to operate by the Ministry of Education. The OCDSB holds the child care license and is bound by the Child Care and Early Years Act, which sets out the standards that must be met in child care centers.
The funding to operate is provided through parent fees and a Purchase of Service Agreement with the City of Ottawa, which provides subsidies to families who meet the requirements.
Locations
Queen Elizabeth
689 Saint Laurent Boulevard
(613) 745-5414
Shingwakons
80 Cope Drive
(613) 828-4736 ext:2100
Woodroffe
2410 Georgina Drive
(613) 828-4094
Fees
Fees for September 2024 through August 2025 will be based on a schedule of 5 days per week.
- OCDSB base fee rate for toddlers (children under 3 years of age) is $67.00 per day per child. OCDSB base fee rate for preschool children (3 - 4 years of age) varies between $49.75 per day and $55.76 per day per child.
- Full day rates have not increased as prescribed under the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Agreement.
- Fees will be payable monthly by automatic deductions from your bank account.
|
CWELCC-Reduced Fees Per Child |
Days per week |
Queen Elizabeth ELC (per day) |
Shingwàkons ELC (per day) |
Woodroffe HS ELC (per day) |
|
Toddler |
5 |
$31.66 |
$31.66 |
$31.66 |
|
Preschooler |
5 |
$23.51 |
$26.35 |
$23.51 |
OCDSB's three Early Learning Centers operate Monday to Friday on a twelve month basis.
Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Statutory Holidays
The Early Learning Programs are closed for the following statutory holidays:
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- New Year’s Day
- Family Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- August Civic Holiday
In addition to the above mentioned holidays all OCDSB Early Learning Center locations are closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
Parents are required to use the City’s online Child Care Registry and Waiting List (CCRAW) to request a space in any of these programs. Subsidized spaces are available through the City of Ottawa, and in order for your child to receive a subsidy for the Early Learning Centres (ELC), you must register with the City of Ottawa Child Care Registry and Waitlist (CCRAW). The link to access the Child Care registry can be found at ottawa.ca/daycare or call the City of Ottawa at 311 for assistance.
Important Information
The OCDSB Early Learning Programs have enrolled in the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement. Our participation in the CWELCC Agreement means that Parents and caregivers will be able to benefit from significant financial relief on registration fees.
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Contact Us: Early Learning Centres