What We Do

The Children’s Village operates a large Licensed Home Childcare Program, several school-based Childcare Centres, summer programs, a drop-in play group and other support services for parents and providers.

We believe in working in partnership with parents, providers and agency staff to ensure children receive quality care in a nurturing environment. Our services reflect an ongoing commitment to the well-being of children and families and are characterized by sensitivity, high standards, and flexibility.

The Children’s Village of Ottawa-Carleton operates the following programs and services:

  • Licensed Home Child Care: the program operates in West, Central and South-end Ottawa for children 6 weeks to 12 years
  • Children’s Village at Stoneway: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program operating in Adrienne Clarkson Elementary School
  • Children’s Village At Navan: a licensed toddler/preschool, kindergarten and school age child care program operating in Heritage Public School
  • Children’s Village at Bridlewood: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program in Bridlewood Community Elementary School
  • Children’s Village at Klondike: a licensed toddler/preschool, kindergarten and school age child care program in South March Public School
  • Children’s Village at Findlay Creek: a licensed toddler and preschool program operating in Vimy Ridge Public School
  • Lady MacDonald Childcare Centre: a licensed toddler and preschool program operating in Roch Carrier Elementary School
  • Children’s Village at Knoxdale: a licensed toddler and preschool program operating in Knoxdale Public School
  • Transitions Summer Camp: is an innovative, child driven life skills/social skills summer program for children ages 5 to 7 years (Juniors) and 8 to 12 years (Senior) operating throughout Ottawa
  • Resource Centre: offers morning play groups, and special events for children, parents and providers
  • Parents Exploring Day Care Options (PEDCO): monthly information sessions

Meet our dedicated group of board members!

The Board of Directors is responsible for providing strategic leadership by establishing and regularly reviewing the Vision, Mission and Core Values of the Agency. The Children’s Village of Ottawa-Carleton is fortunate to be led by a dedicated group of board members who share our commitment to those we serve. Once a month, they generously volunteer their time, talent, resources and professional expertise, to ensure the highest level of care for the children and adults in our programs.