We are an inclusive, not-for-profit, community-based child care facility located at 91 Prince Albert Road in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

We’ve been serving the needs of our community for over 30 years, and we provide both full-fee and subsidized care to children ages 18 months to 12 years of age. We’re committed to providing the best care and education possible for your child, and we’re very proud of our fully trained, long-term staff team.

We’re licensed by the Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and operated according to the Nova Scotia Day Care Act. We are reviewed and inspected annually by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, the Department of Environment, and the Fire Department.

We are a not-for-profit facility, governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, made up of professionals within the Dartmouth community.

We provide you with peace of mind and security while you engage in employment or further your education. When your child is with us, you can trust that they’re in a safe place where they’re well cared for by trained, qualified, caring teachers.

We encourage you to find out more about:

• The programs we offer
• Our rates and hours
• Frequently asked questions
• Parent testimonials
• Our contact information

For more information about registering, or to book a tour, please contact us.

Mission Statement

Victoria Children’s Centre is a non-profit, community based organization that provides quality childcare programs in a safe and nurturing environment. We are dedicated to enriching the development of children in the early years.

Philosophy Statement

We have developed the following philosophy to help guide the provision of services to families and program development for children. We strive to follow best practices for client services, policies and procedures, and in how our programs are implemented.

• Research indicates that children learn through play and exploration of their environment and are entitled to opportunities that support all of their development. Developmentally appropriate activities will encourage children to develop skills in the areas of cognition, socialization, self-care, communication, gross and fine motor skills, self-awareness, and self-esteem.
• Regular indoor and outdoor exercise with a balanced routine of activity and rest.
• A nutritionally sound and well-balanced menu that provides for the daily nutritional requirements of the children.
• Children have a right to a safe and nurturing environment which respects their individuality.
• In fostering active learning, cultural diversity, inclusion, creativity, independence, and parent involvement by providing positive interactions between children, staff, parents, the centre, and our community.

Therefore, we aim to provide a stimulating environment that benefits the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the child.

Inclusion Policy

We believe that all children belong. We’re committed to providing an environment that supports and promotes every child based on the guiding principles of inclusion.

• We believe that inclusive programs are quality programs.
• We must be responsive to the needs of our community to the best of our ability.
• Programming will be reflective of the varying needs of our participants.
• All children are welcome and bring value to our program. Some needs at this time may not be met as well as others, but will be discussed on a needs basis.
• Parents are integral to a successful inclusion process.
• Every child is an individual and unique.
• Children learn best when they participate with others that have different goals and abilities.
• We believe that the knowledge and commitment of all staff is vital to providing an inclusive environment. All staff are partners in the process and are committed to continuing professional development.
• Recognize the importance of working with all professionals that have knowledge of the child.
• Shared information to achieve a successful outcome for the child and family.