About Us

Our Story

At First Steps Learning & Child Care Centre in Burlington, we’ve been proudly supporting families since 2005. We first opened with a licensed capacity of 51 children and quickly became a trusted choice for parents looking for safe, reliable, and high-quality childcare.

In 2018, we relocated to our newly renovated, 5,000 sq. ft. centre at 3350 South Service Road to better serve our growing community. Our bright, welcoming décor and well equipped classrooms are designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning every day. We are now licensed to care for 72 children across our infant, toddler, and preschool programs.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to deliver high-quality childcare in Burlington where nutrition and play are at the heart of early learning.

Through healthy, catered meals and thoughtfully planned play-based programs, we give children the foundation they need to thrive. Guided by trained, passionate educators, our centre is a place where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.

Our Philosophy

At First Steps, we believe that children learn best through play. Our philosophy is to provide an enriched environment that supports all areas of development — social, emotional, physical, and cognitive.

  • We encourage independence, responsibility, and respect for others.
  • We recognize that every child is unique and develops at their own pace.
  • Our educators design creative, age-appropriate activities tailored to each child’s needs.

This play-based, child-focused approach ensures that children build confidence, develop essential life skills, and most importantly — have fun while learning.

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Our Team

Our caring team of Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) and dedicated assistants are the heart of First Steps.

  • They create a warm, nurturing, and supportive environment for every child.
  • Daily updates are shared with parents through a trusted communication app, keeping families connected and informed.
  • Their role is essential in building a foundation of trust, safety, and belonging, so children can confidently grow and explore.

At First Steps, we are more than a daycare — we are a community where children take their first steps toward a lifetime of learning.