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Providing the Best Care with Love

Sandcastle Park Children’s Center and Day Care is an integrated Montessori school, located in Vancouver’s Richmond, BC.  Our programs encompasses social, academic, and cognitive learning designed for children to explore and discover with engaging hands-on experience.

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About us

We are here to help parents raise happy and healthy children

At Sandcastle Park Children’s Center and Day Care in Richmond, we offer full-day programs for infants and toddlers aged 6 to 36 months, as well as junior kindergarten for children aged 2.5 to 6 years old.

Our Montessori and Early Childhood-inspired curriculum provides a well-rounded and engaging educational experience. With extended hours and a catered hot lunch program, we aim to support working parents while giving their children the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment.

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Sandcastle provides your child with the coolest, most fun activities imaginable! The kids truly get to experience so many awesome things. 

– Carrie & Dash
Day care Options

Age-specific support for every stage

Infant

We emphasizes the importance of exposure to language and vocabulary, as well as foundational math skills through tactical sorting games, and includes activities such as storytime, socializing, gross motor play, and mindfulness naps to support social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Toddlers

Our curriculum for toddlers is designed to support their expanding curiosity and independence, incorporating language and literacy development, foundational math skills, socialization, and play-based learning to promote cognitive, emotional, and physical growth.

Preschool

Our preschool curriculum focuses on providing a well-rounded education through hands-on learning experiences, socialization, and intentional teaching of literacy, math, science, and creative arts, empowering children to become confident, curious, and independent learners.

Day care

Schedule

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Full days

Stimulating and nurturing learning environment that includes two snacks, hot lunch, and one set of uniform per school year; parents are welcome to purchase additional uniform pieces if needed.

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3 Days/week

3-day curriculum provides a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that supports children's emotional, social, and cognitive development, empowering them to become confident, curious, and independent learners. Uniform, snacks and hot lunch included.

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2 Days/week

2-day curriculum offers a stimulating and nurturing learning environment that supports children's emotional, social, and cognitive development, providing a foundation for their academic success and lifelong learning journey. Uniform, snacks and hot lunch included.

Extended Hours

Jr. K Program

We offer extended care between the hours of 8:00 am to 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. During this time, children are given the opportunity to enhance their development in Sandcastle Park's core curriculum with scheduled activity or free choice time

We welcome kids from 0 to 36 months and 37 months to 6 years into our program.

Why us

The best early learning experience

Sandcastle Park Children's Center and Day Care provides a balanced and nurturing environment where children learn through a mix of Montessori and Reggio Emilia teaching methods, emphasizing multi-sensory exploration, social connections, and emotional support.

Respect & Kindness

We prioritize the feelings and rights of others, and strive to cultivate a sense of empathy and compassion in every child.

Individuality

We celebrate individuality and promote self-confidence in every child.

Joy

We believe that joy is an essential part of childhood, and we strive to inspire our students to find joy in learning and play.

Growth

We believe in fostering growth and self-discovery in every child.

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Curriculum

Designed to help children realize their potential

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Outdoor Play

This time is reserved for free play; a time for children to socialize and to develop their gross motor skills by running, climbing, cycling, and exploring our child-centered playground. Alternatively the outdoor area is a great platform for learning to take turns.

Mathematics

In our Montessori integrated math program manipulations are used to develop mathematical thinking, including counting, number and numerical recognition, and one-to-one correspondence. We use number and geometric patterning activities such as graphing and charting, games, and collections to reinforce number skills. Students develop problem-solving abilities by engaging in real life mathematical situations such as sorting and classifying objects in the classroom.

Science

Awareness and appreciation of science are developed through a focus on hands-on investigations. Students observe, predict, sequence, analyze, and apply knowledge they have learned. Units such as oceans, the solar system, seasons, insects, and sinking or floating are integrated with the teachings of language arts and mathematics.

Language Arts

Students engage in a rich array of language experiences that develop the essential pre-requisites for reading and writing. By incorporating the Montessori method and a phonics program we develop comprehension, visual and auditory differentiation skills; and foster a love for reading.

Social Studies

Students at Sandcastle Park learn about their immediate community, develop a respect for our natural environment, and become contributing members of a diverse classroom community. Children are encouraged to focus on themselves, their families, the school community and neighborhood.

Fine Arts

At Sandcastle Park we use a variety of media such as clay, paint, and collage to allow children to explore and develop an appreciation for artistic expression. Drama and pretend play will also be integrated for the development of imagination and positive self-esteem. Emphasis is placed on exploration and creativity.

What parent say
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Our daughter enrolled at Sandcastle Park before she was even two years old. Even though she could barely talk, we could tell that she was happy to be there and that she felt safe and cared for.
– Nicolas and Debbie

More than just a joyful place

Helping your little ones dream big and reach for the stars