Licensed Toddler & Preschool Programs in Port Alberni
Since 1986, ABC Christian Child Care Center has offered licensed daycare and preschool programs for families throughout the Alberni Valley. We believe children learn best through play, curiosity, movement, and connection.
Daycare Program
- Consistent, familiar educators
- Large spacious classrooms
- Daily outdoor play on private playground
- Full-sized gymnasium access
Learning & Play
Learning happens through doing. Through building, drawing, pretending, digging, and discovering. Our days are full of purposeful play that stretches children's minds gently and joyfully.
Daily Rhythm
Each day follows a warm, predictable rhythm: morning welcome, circle time, free play, outdoor exploration, snack, creative activities, and rest. Children settle when they know what comes next.
Emotional Wellbeing
Feeling safe is the foundation of everything. We are consistent, patient, and attentive so children can relax into their day and focus on what children do best: playing and connecting.
Preschool Program
- ECCE certified educators
- Play-based early learning
- Kindergarten readiness through experience
- Small group interactions
Learning & Play
Our preschool program is rooted in one simple belief: nothing lights up a child's brain like play. Curiosity, creativity, early literacy, and social confidence grow naturally through rich, intentional experiences.
Daily Rhythm
Morning gathering, story and song, learning centers, outdoor time in the gymnasium or on the playground, creative arts, snack, and group play. A full and joyful preschool day.
Emotional Wellbeing
Friendships form here. So does confidence. We give children room to navigate relationships, manage big feelings, and discover what they are capable of, gently and with encouragement.
Helping Children Learn Through Play — Port Alberni's Favourite Childcare Spaces
Children need room to move and explore. Our large classrooms, private CSA-approved playground, and full-sized gymnasium are designed to support active, joyful early learning every single day.
Spacious Classrooms
Large, light-filled rooms designed to support creative learning, free play, and small group connection.
Private Playground
Our CSA-approved private outdoor play space offers safe, age-appropriate exploration every single day.
Full-Sized Gymnasium
Our full gymnasium is a rare and wonderful feature for active play, movement, and physical development year-round.