Who We Are

Our Philosophy

At Banff Child Care Centre, we see every child as a capable, curious learner with unique strengths and potential. Our program supports individual development through engaging play, hands-on exploration, and meaningful connections with educators, families, and the community.

We nurture confidence, communication, and independence by encouraging children to make choices, follow their interests, and take ownership of their learning. In a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment, every child is valued, respected, and heard. Through play and exploration, children grow socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively, and creatively—building the skills and confidence they need to thrive.

We celebrate diversity through our menu by offering multicultural foods that introduce children to different cultures and flavours. This approach encourages curiosity, openness, and appreciation for the richness of the world around them, all while providing balanced nutrition guided by the Canada Food Guide.

Multicultural Food Options Supporting Diversity

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Our skilled chef creates meals with care, accommodating a variety of dietary needs and preferences. We work closely with families to ensure children with allergies, intolerances, or special requirements are supported, so every child can enjoy healthy, safe, and satisfying meals making food that children love to eat!

Dedicated Chef Meeting Dietary Needs

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At Banff Child Care Centre, children enjoy two daily snacks and a wholesome lunch, freshly prepared by our chef right on-site. Most of our meals are made from scratch using high-quality ingredients, providing tasty, nourishing food that supports children’s growth and development. All meals follow the guidance of the Canada Food Guide to ensure balanced nutrition.

Homemade, Delicious Snacks and Lunches

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Sample Menu

Banff Child Care Centre offers a thoughtfully planned four-week rotating menu that follows the Canada Food Guide, providing balanced and nutritious meals for growing children. Each day includes two healthy snacks and a hot lunch, all prepared fresh on-site in our kitchen.

Cheese and whole-grain crackers, nachos with salsa, and nutritious baked goods served with fruits or vegetables

Afternoon Snack

Whole-grain cereals and toast, scrambled eggs, pancakes, muffins, fresh or dried fruit, with milk

Morning Snack

A variety of hot, homemade meals such as chili, stir-fry meals, pasta dishes, and soups, all prepared on-site and offering all four food groups

Lunch

Grizzly: 30 - 48 months

Preschool Programs

Pika: 15 - 32 months

Infant & Toddler Programs

Child Care Classrooms

Cub: 12 - 24 months

Elk: 3.5 - 6 years

Chipmunk: 20 - 38 months

Cougar: 3 to 5 years

View Our Schedule HERE

a day at Banff child Care Centre

12:15–2:30 — Nap / quiet time
2:30–3:00 — Quiet activities, group songs & stories
3:00–3:30 — Afternoon snack
3:30–4:30 — Art / sensory activities, multi-room play
4:30–6:00 — Outdoor / indoor free play & pick-up

7:30–9:00 — Arrival & free play in learning centres
8:45–9:30 — Circle time & morning snack
9:30–10:00 — Multi-room play, open-ended art, music
10:00–11:15 — Morning walk (weather permitting), indoor/outdoor activities
11:15–12:15 — Circle time & lunch

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FIND BANFF CHILD CARE CENTRE AT:
349 Big Horn St, PO Box 1454
Banff, Alberta
T1L 1B4
403-762-3339

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We acknowledge that our centres are located on traditional Treaty 7 territory, home to the Niitsitapi of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Îyârhe Nakoda nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney), the Tsuut’ina, and Métis Nations. We also recognize the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Mountain Cree, and Dene peoples, who have traditionally lived, raised families, and gathered in community on these lands.

The Day Care Society of Banff is committed to learning from and honoring the histories of Indigenous peoples in this region. We strive to incorporate this knowledge into our curriculum to share truth and foster reconciliation for future generations.

We acknowledge that our centres are on Treaty 7 territory, home to the Blackfoot Confederacy, Îyârhe Nakoda, Tsuut’ina, and Métis Nations, and recognize the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Mountain Cree, and Dene peoples.

The Day Care Society of Banff is committed to learning from Indigenous histories and incorporating this knowledge into our curriculum to foster truth and reconciliation.