Frequently asked questions
We are open 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM Monday to Friday. We strongly recommend parents drop off their children by 10 AM. We do not recommend children getting dropped off during nap time (12:00 PM - 2:30 PM).
Yes, we accept both the Childcare Subsidy and the Alberta Affordability Grant. Parents are responsible for applying, renewing the subsidy, and covering any fees not included. For more details, please visit our resource section on Childcare Subsidy and Affordability Grant.
Nutrition is one of the cornerstone values of what our center offers our children and their families. We provide Breakfast and Afternoon Snacks. Parents need to provide Lunch for their child.
We follow FLIGHT: Alberta's early learning and Childcare Framework and 'Emergent Curriculum'. Our program is child-led and based on observations interest of children. Their actions and ideas are reflected in the environment, materials, and activities within the program. Our image of the child dictates how we run our programming and set up our environments and routines.
For more information on the flight framework please visit: https://flightframework.ca/ and Emergent Curriculum | Early Learning Centre (utoronto.ca)
The children at our program get opportunity to outside twice a day for a minimum one hour weather permitting. In nice weather outside time is not limited to only one hour as long as the same indoor programming is reflected outside. We are outside in all weather conditions and families must provide clothing to prepare the children for this. We provide Muddy Buddies.
We will keep children inside if: There is poor air quality that will affect the children The UV is too high There is thunder or lightning The temperature with the windchill is under -15 for the infants and -18 for the rest of the other age group.
Children under 5 years of age nap in all rooms. We provide cots and sheets, while families provide blankets, which we wash weekly. Children generally sleep well in the classrooms, though naps may be shorter until they adjust to the new environment. For children who do not sleep, we offer quiet activities.
All educators have a child development certificate (assistant, worker, or supervisor) and we encourage professional development and further education. The majority of our educators are Child Development Supervisors. All educators have child care first aid and CPR, criminal record checks and child intervention checks.
For more information on certification: https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/5837df5e-0abd-4a77-ae21-466b38a786ec/resource/f7dbcda2-0755-4aa1-bbf0-13fabbfd4d51/download/child-care-staff-certification-guide-2018.pdf
We stay in touch with families daily through Illumine App, face-to-face conversations, emails, and phone calls. Our main communication tool is the Illumine App, where we send messages, share pictures, and provide a summary of your child's day, including feeding, diapering, and activities.
Children are required to be potty trained before entering the preschool room (3 years - 4 years). Exceptions do occur for medical and developmental reasons. Educators are fully capable and supportive of potty training. We do not force children to sit on the potty but naturally choose to as they watch their peers. Educators work with families to potty train and follow the lead of the parents. Being consistent and following routines helps the educators and families potty train.
Note: Please consult your child's educator or center director for detailed policy of Potty Training at Butterfly Childcare.
We offer free transitional visits to help your child adjust to our program. We encourage families to spend time in the classroom with their child, fostering trust and building new relationships. Transitional visits typically start with a parent attending during a free play period, gradually increasing the time spent as your child becomes more comfortable. Recommended transition hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM or 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. For more tips on transitioning into childcare, please visit our resource section.
Yes, we provide transportation to Ecole Corinthia, East Elementary School, Caledonia Park School, Father Leduc School, Ecole Notre Dame, West Heaven School, and Linsford Park School. For more information, please contact our center director.