NEXT DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL
12 Months - 5 Years
NEXT Daycare & Preschool Programs
Our NEXT Daycare + Preschool Program offers a balanced blend of nurturing care and purposeful early learning for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. We create a warm, engaging, and developmentally rich environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to grow.
Through play-based, hands-on experiences, children develop confidence, independence, and curiosity. Each day is thoughtfully planned to support social-emotional growth, language development, creativity, problem-solving, movement, and early academic readiness.
Our caring educators guide children with patience, respect, and intentional teaching. By building strong routines, meaningful relationships, and positive learning experiences, we help children feel confident and prepared for their next stage of learning.
At NEXT Kids, we believe it takes a community to raise a child, and we are proud to partner with families in building strong foundations for lifelong success.
Our goal is simple: to help every child Explore, Expand, and Excel — one day at a time.
NEXT DAYCARE
📍 206 Second Avenue, Strathmore
403.983.9430
strathmorecore@gmail.com
This location focuses on full-day daycare care, providing a safe, nurturing environment where children learn through play, routine, and positive relationships.
Children develop:
• Social and emotional skills
• Independence and confidence
• Motor and communication skills
• Curiosity and creativity
NEXT Preschool + Daycare Strathmore
📍 19-204 Strathaven Drive, Strathmore
403.983.9433
strathmorenext@gmail.com
Our NEXT Daycare + Preschool Program provides a flexible, nurturing environment for children ages 3–5. Children can start in Preschool then move to Daycare, or Daycare then transition to Preschool, depending on their schedule and needs.
This location offers a Preschool-focused learning program combined with daycare care, including Kindergarten readiness support. Children experience:
• Structured preschool learning
• Early literacy and numeracy
• Creative and hands-on activities
• School-readiness routines
• Social development
PROGRAM FEES
DAYCARE + PRESCHOOL FULL TIME
$326.25 / MONTH
DAYCARE PART TIME
$230 / MONTH
Program Hours:
Monday to Friday 6:15 am - 6 pm
Scheduled Closure Dates:
Statutory holidays & NEXT Kids educators' PD days
Our Branch Locations:
📍206 Second Avenue Strathmore, Alberta.
📍19-204 Strathaven Drive, Strathmore (FOR DAYCARE + PRESCHOOL)
REGISTRATION
We currently have a waitlist.
Please fill out the information on the Waitlist Tab.
🚨 Limited Availability Notice
✨ We currently have 5 open spaces in our 12-month room in Strathmore.
Spots are offered on a first-qualified, first-contacted basis. We encourage families to apply early to secure priority placement.
WHAT IS THE AFFORDABILITY GRANT?
Alberta and Canada’s governments have signed an agreement to reduce child care fees in half for parents with kids zero to kindergarten age starting early 2022 and reach an average of $10 a day child care by 2025-26. The government is doing this in two ways: by providing affordability grants directly to the licensed child care centers (like Tiny Town Daycare) so the centers can lower fees for all parents, and by raising the income threshold for child care subsidy up to $180,000.
So, the affordability grant and subsidy will work together for those parents who qualify for a subsidy based on their income, but the affordability grant will be available for all parents regardless of their family income.
More Than a Classroom — A Community
At NEXT Kids, children are surrounded by caring educators who treat them like family. We create an environment where children feel safe to try, grow, and succeed.
EXPLORERS
(12 months – 19 months)
What We Offer:
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A safe, nurturing environment designed for early walkers and curious explorers.
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Sensory play stations that encourage touch, movement, and discovery.
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Support for transitioning from bottle to cup and introducing finger foods.
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Gentle guidance in early self-help skills and social interaction.
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Close communication with families to maintain routines and emotional security.
What Your Child Will Achieve:
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Growing independence in feeding and simple self-care.
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Strengthened motor skills such as standing, walking, climbing, and grasping.
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Early social development through parallel play and connection with caregivers.
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Curiosity and confidence in exploring new environments.
A Typical Day at Next Kids:
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Morning welcome and sensory exploration.
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Snack or meal with assisted self-feeding.
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Music, movement, and interactive play.
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Nap or rest time in a calm, comforting space.
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Storytime and gentle group activities.
EXPANDERS
(20 months – 3 years)
What We Offer:
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Play-based learning experiences that support language, movement, and creativity.
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Hands-on activities such as painting, building, pretend play, and sensory bins.
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Support for potty training and independence in daily routines.
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Small-group activities to develop social confidence.
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Loving guidance that builds emotional security and self-expression.
What Your Child Will Achieve:
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Improved communication and vocabulary development.
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Growing independence in toileting, eating, and dressing.
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Social skills such as sharing, turn-taking, and cooperation.
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Strong curiosity and problem-solving abilities.
A Typical Day at Next Kids:
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Morning circle with songs and conversation.
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Creative play and learning centers.
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Snack time and outdoor or movement play.
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Rest or quiet time.
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Storytelling, music, and group activities.
EXCELLERS
(3 years - 4 years)
What We Offer:
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Structured learning through play, creativity, and exploration.
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Early literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking activities.
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Art, music, science, and imaginative role play.
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Guidance in emotional regulation and positive behavior.
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Encouragement of independence and leadership skills.
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What Your Child Will Achieve:
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Confidence in expressing ideas and emotions.
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Early reading, counting, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong peer relationships and teamwork abilities.
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Creativity, curiosity, and love for learning
A Typical Day at Next Kids:
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Morning group discussion and learning focus.
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Learning centers and guided activities.
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Snack and outdoor or physical play.
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Quiet time or relaxation activities.
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Creative projects and storytelling.
EXCEEDERS
(4 years - 5 years)
What We Offer:
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School-readiness activities that prepare children for kindergarten.
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Early writing, reading, and math development.
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Leadership opportunities and collaborative projects.
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Problem-solving and critical thinking challenges.
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Positive guidance to build confidence and responsibility.
What Your Child Will Achieve:
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Strong communication and early academic skills.
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Independence, responsibility, and self-confidence.
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Ability to follow routines and instructions.
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Readiness for formal schooling with excitement and pride.
A Typical Day at Next Kids:
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Morning circle with discussion and planning.
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Learning activities and creative projects.
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Snack and outdoor play.
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Quiet learning or reflection time.
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Group games, stories, and wrap-up discussions.
JOIN OUR WAITLIST
We currently have a waitlist.
Please fill out the information on the Waitlist Tab.
206 2nd Avenue
Strathmore, Alberta
T1P1K5
403-983-9430