Toddlers to age 6
Daycare
Full days, 7 am to 6 pm
Full days of play, stories and circle time, with breakfast, hot lunch and snacks cooked on site.
Daycare in NE Calgary
Your little ones are our little stars
Friends from day one
Ages1 to 6
- Fully licensedCertified, first aid trained staff
- 12+ yearsCaring for NE Calgary families
- Fresh mealsHalal options cooked every day
- Free parking60+ spots, steps from the LRT
Programs
Compare programs Learning that grows with them
From first words to first grade, every program follows a daily plan built around play, curiosity and getting ready for school.
Preschool years
Preschool & Pre-K
Half days, AM or PM
Half-day morning or afternoon classes that build letters, numbers and confidence for school.
Full-day kindergarten
Kindergarten
Full days, 8:15 to 3
Full-day kindergarten aligned with Alberta Education, enriched with Reggio and Montessori ideas.
Our centre
A bright, secure place to shine
Modern classrooms full of sunlight, one of the biggest playgrounds in Calgary and a front door that stays locked. Have a look around.
Why Little Stars
Caring. Innovation. Nurturing.
Eight reasons NE Calgary families choose Little Stars for their children's first years of learning.
Peace of mind
Know how their day went, every day
Little Stars is built so working parents can focus at work. Here's how we keep you in the loop and your child safe.
- Daily report at 6 pmMeals, naps and learning, often with photos.
- Cameras everywhereEvery hallway, entrance and classroom.
- Unique security passOutside doors stay locked all day.
- Message us anytimeReach your child's teachers in the app.
- MealsBreakfast, hot lunch and snacks
- NapRest time after lunch
- Today we learnedLetters, weather and a new song
Our community
Happy kids, happy parents
Kind words from Little Stars parents on Google, pinned up next to everyday moments from our classrooms and playground.
“Adorable daycare, experienced staff. Able to park my car and take the train to work!”
“I went to see the place, since moving closer here. I liked what I saw and amazing thing is parking, safe for my kids to get off and go inside. Ladies working inside very soft and smiley faces.”
“Amazing and very caring staff!!! A clean environment for kids. My son is happy to come to daycare every day. Highly recommend to parents who are seeking a comfortable centre for their kids.”
From the blog
All articles Tips for growing families
Ideas for routines, school readiness and learning at home, from our teachers.
September 25, 2024 3 min read
Helping Your Child Transition to Kindergarten Smoothly
Even after school has started, maintaining a predictable routine at home will reinforce the structure your child encounters at kindergarten. Sticking to…
July 3, 2024 3 min read
Summer Break Fun: Educational Activities to Keep Young Minds Active
Take advantage of the warm weather to explore nature and learn about the environment. Organize nature walks, backyard scavenger hunts, or visits to local…
January 17, 2024 3 min read
Playdough to Pencils: Daycare to Kindergarten at Little Stars
Here’s how we introduce children to out-of-home daycare, and prepare them for kindergarten and beyond: Learning Through Play Starting a program without…
FAQ
Questions parents ask us
Can't find your answer? Our team is happy to help.
Little Stars cares for children from about age 1 to 6, across daycare, half-day preschool and Pre-K, and full-day kindergarten. Call us to check space for your child's age group.
We're open Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and closed on weekends. Drop-in care is available by request; 24 hours notice helps, but call us if you need care sooner.
Yes. Our certified on-site cook prepares fresh meals on a 6-week rotating menu in an Alberta Health Services approved kitchen, with halal options. We also accommodate allergies and dietary needs.
Every evening at 6 pm you get an email report covering meals, naps and what your child learned, often with photos. You can also message the team through the app.
Enrolled families receive a unique security pass, outside doors are always locked, and high-resolution cameras cover every hallway, entrance and classroom.
Yes. We offer occupational and speech therapy at no additional cost for children with delays, and we can point families to local special needs resources.
Most Alberta families qualify for provincial child care affordability grants and many also qualify for subsidy. Contact us for current parent fees and help with the application.
Come see where little stars shine
Book a weekday tour. Meet our teachers, see the classrooms and playground, and ask us anything.
Or call 403-457-7787