🍁 CWELCC Enrolled
Licensed Daycare in Markham β€’ Infant, Toddler & Preschool Programs

Loving Care. Playful Learning. A Loving Extension of Your Home, Paired with Enriched Early Learning.

Licensed infant, toddler, and preschool care in Markham, with caring educators, outdoor play, fresh nut-free meals, and daily parent updates. Welcome to Love n' Learn Childcare, a warm, family-like daycare centre at 1 Mintleaf Gate, Unit 1 in Markham. In our bright, welcoming classrooms and secure on-site playground, we nurture curious, confident young learners through Ontario's "How Does Learning Happen?" play-based pedagogy, freshly cooked nut-free meals, and daily updates via the Procare mobile app.

βœ” CWELCC & York Region Subsidy Participating
βœ” 100% Nut-Free On-Site Kitchen
βœ” Daily Updates via Procare App
Daily Parent Updates (Procare App)
Infant β€’ Toddler β€’ Preschool
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🍲 11:50 AM Lunch Ate All! (Nut-Free)
😴 12:35 PM Nap Rested 1h 45m
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17 Qualified Educators

Registered ECEs & caring teachers dedicated to early learning

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Bright Play-Based Rooms

Dedicated Infant, Toddler & Preschool learning environments

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100% Nut-Free Kitchen

On-site chef prepares hot lunch & 2 healthy snacks fresh daily

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Procare Parent App

Daily meal/nap logs, classroom photos & direct teacher messaging

About Love n’ LearnLicensed care, play-based learning, and a family feel.
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Small Family Feel

Your child is never treated like a number in a crowded hallβ€”every educator knows your child deeply.

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Enriched Play

Open-ended learning tools tailored to each developmental stage across our Infant, Toddler, and Preschool programs.

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On-Site Playground

Secure, fenced outdoor play yard right at 1 Mintleaf Gate for daily active gross-motor play.

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Procare Connected

Daily logs, meal & nap updates, and classroom photos/videos shared through Procare.

Welcome to Love n' Learn Childcare

Where Children Grow Into Confident, Independent Learners with Strong Self-Worth

At Love n' Learn Childcare Inc., our purpose is all about children and growing young learners. Creating an extension of the home atmosphereβ€”while providing an environment that promotes professional care and early childhood education to the individual childβ€”is what we are all about.

Our centre features bright, spacious classrooms for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers along with a secure on-site outdoor playground. Our daily programs allow children to explore, investigate, and discover the world around them both indoors and outdoors while preparing for kindergarten and life beyond.

Aligned with Ontario's Pedagogy: "How Does Learning Happen?"
πŸ€— Belonging Connected to others
🌱 Well-Being Health & self-care
πŸ” Engagement Curious exploration
πŸ’¬ Expression Communicating ideas
πŸ“ž Speak With Our Director: (905) 201-4000
Why families choose usCaring educators, outdoor play, fresh meals, and daily updates.
Why Markham Families Love Us

6 Core Pillars Designed for Peace of Mind & Joyful Growth

Every detail at Love n' Learnβ€”from our inviting classrooms and fresh on-site nut-free kitchen to our secure outdoor playgroundβ€”puts your child's safety, development, and happiness first.

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With Love We Care

Home-Like Warmth & On-Site Playground

Unlike oversized institutional centres, Love n' Learn feels like a welcoming second home. Children enjoy daily gross-motor active play in our secure, fenced on-site outdoor playground right at the centre.

βœ“ Close-Knit Community Fenced On-Site Playground
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Early Brain Development

Enriched Play-Based Curriculum

Aligned with Ontario's pedagogy "How Does Learning Happen?" and early brain development research. Each classroom features open-ended learning tools that spark literacy, numeracy, sensory inquiry, and social-emotional confidence.

βœ“ Kindergarten Readiness Age-Appropriate Tools
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100% Nut-Free Facility

Fresh On-Site Nut-Free Kitchen

Each day our dedicated on-site cook prepares 2 healthy snacks and a hot nutritious lunch using high-quality ingredients. We offer a full vegetarian menu alongside our regular menu and happily prepare allergy-safe substitutions.

βœ“ Vegetarian & Allergy Friendly See Sample Menu β†’
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Real-Time Parent Communication

Procare Mobile App Updates

Stay connected throughout the day with the Procare mobile app. View your child's daily activity log (meals, naps, diaper/potty routines), receive classroom photos and videos, message teachers directly, and use contactless check-in.

βœ“ Daily Logs & Photos
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17 Dedicated Educators & CWELCC

Qualified & Loving Educators

Our 17 qualified educators and Registered ECEs care for every child as their own. As a proud CWELCC participating centre accepting York Region subsidies, we make exceptional licensed care affordable.

βœ“ Registered ECEs CWELCC & Subsidy
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Health & Security First

Safe, Non-Toxic & Bright Classrooms

Protected by controlled entry and convenient 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM drop-off/pick-up. Inside, our bright Infant, Toddler, and Preschool rooms feature non-toxic flooring, solid wood cribs/cots, and sanitized toys.

βœ“ Secure Access Non-Toxic Materials
Our Licensed Full-Time Programs

Developmentally Appropriate Path to Kindergarten

Our play-based programs are thoughtfully tailored to your child's stage of growth: Infant Program (1–18 months), Toddler Program (18–30 months), and Preschool Program (2.5–4.5 years).

1 – 18 Months Old

Infant Program

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Age Group 1 – 18 Mos
Group Size 10 Infants
CWELCC Fee $22/Day
Explore learning & care

We support infants to develop self-regulation skills and positive behaviours using gentle redirection in a warm, soothing environment that mirrors your routines at home.

  • ● Individualized Schedules: Custom feeding, bottle, and nap routines logged in real time on Procare.
  • ● Sensory & Motor Discovery: Tummy time, tactile exploration, songs, and soft non-toxic play zones.
  • ● Smooth Transitions: Loving bonds with dedicated ECEs who support a seamless transition into our Toddler Room.
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18 – 30 Months Old

Toddler Program

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Age Group 18 – 30 Mos
Group Size 15 Toddlers
CWELCC Fee $22/Day
Explore learning & care

The toddler years are a period where the most rapid cognitive, emotional, and social development occur. We channel their natural curiosity into joyful discovery.

  • ● Language & Vocabulary Bursts: Story circle, action songs, alphabet recognition, and counting to 20.
  • ● Fine & Gross Motor Play: Building blocks, sensory art, puzzles, and active play in our fenced on-site outdoor playground.
  • ● Growing Independence: Self-feeding at lunch, potty-training readiness, and daily routine updates via Procare.
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2.5 – 4.5 Years Old

Preschool Program

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Age Group 2.5 – 4.5 Yrs
Cohorts Jr & Sr Groups
CWELCC Fee $22/Day
Explore learning & care

Across our dedicated Junior & Senior Preschool cohorts, children begin to make choices for themselves and learn about cause and effect on a comprehensive path to Kindergarten.

  • ● Junior & Senior Preschool Cohorts: Thoughtfully grouped classrooms for targeted age-group learning.
  • ● Kindergarten Readiness: Early literacy, phonics, printing, math concepts, baking workshops, and STEM inquiry.
  • ● Social & Academic Growth: Building confidence, friendships, self-help skills, and daily progress shared via Procare.
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Daily routine & mealsLearning, outdoor play, rest, and freshly cooked nut-free food.
A Day in the Life at Love n' Learn

Balanced Daily Schedule of Play, Learning, Fresh Meals & Rest

Predictable, comforting daily routines help children feel secure while leaving plenty of room for spontaneous curiosityβ€”all logged in real time on the Procare App. (Infants follow their own individualized feeding and sleeping schedules!)

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Centre Opens & Warm Welcome

Convenient morning drop-off (no extra early drop-off fee), warm greetings with educators, and tabletop play.

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM 🫐

Morning Snack & Free Play

Freshly prepared nutritious morning snack (fruit, whole grains, milk) & open play centres.

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM πŸ”€

Circle Time & Learning Centres

Songs, storytelling, literacy & math games, sensory bins, arts & crafts, and small-group discovery.

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On-Site Outdoor Playground

Active gross-motor play, climbing, riding toys, and fresh air in our secure, fenced on-site outdoor playground right at the centre.

11:45 AM – 12:30 PM 🍲

Hot Nutritious On-Site Lunch

Family-style hot lunch cooked fresh on-site (100% nut-free, with vegetarian & allergy options).

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Nap / Quiet Rest Time

Peaceful rest on individual sanitized cots with non-toxic linens, or quiet books/puzzles for non-nappers.

2:45 PM – 4:00 PM 🍎

Afternoon Snack & Enrichment

Fresh afternoon snack followed by baking clubs, music & movement, science, or creative hobby groups.

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM 🏑

Outdoor Playground & Pick-Up

Afternoon gross-motor play in our fenced on-site outdoor playground or indoor stations until 6:00 PM pick-up.

πŸ₯— 100% Nut-Free Facility β€’ Freshly Cooked On-Site Daily

Tasty, Nutritious Meals Prepared Fresh by Our On-Site Cook

Each day our on-site cook prepares 2 healthy snacks and a hot lunch from scratch using high-quality ingredients. We expose children to a wholesome variety of flavours while strictly maintaining a 100% Nut-Free environmentβ€”and log every meal on your child's Procare feed.

🌱 Full Vegetarian Menu

We offer a complete vegetarian menu right alongside our regular menu every single day.

πŸ›‘οΈ Allergy Substitutions

Our staff and centre cook gladly discuss all food allergies and prepare safe individualized substitutions.

Sample Weekly Kitchen Menu

What's Cooking at Love n' Learn

πŸ₯› Milk or water served with snacks & lunch 🚫 100% Peanut & Tree-Nut Free
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Testimonials

Hear from families about their experiences at Love n' Learn Childcare.

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Parent Testimonial

My children both attended preschool program at Love N Learn and had a really positive experience there. The teachers are very patient and caring, and my kids always felt comfortable and happy going to school. The supervisor and staff were also friendly and supportive, which made everything much easier for us as parents. We’re very thankful for all the care and love they received here.

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Parent handbookFees, health policies, and everything you need to get started.
πŸ“˜ Official Document β€’ Last Updated: April 20th, 2026 (45 Pages)

Love n' Learn Childcare Centre Parent Handbook

Our relationship with you is as important as our relationship with your child. Read or download our complete Parent Handbook covering our Program Statement ("How Does Learning Happen?"), CWELCC fee schedule ($22/day), safe arrival & dismissal policies, nut-free nutrition & anaphylaxis guidelines, health & sleep supervision, and parent communication procedures.

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Official PDF & Reader

Parent Handbook At-a-Glance

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🍁 CWELCC Base Fee Schedule (p. 15–16) $22.00 / Day

Full-time CWELCC parent payment is $478.50/month ($22/day) across Infant ($1,121.50 reduction), Toddler ($871.50 reduction), and Preschool ($771.50 reduction).

πŸ•’ Hours, Drop-Off & Pick-Up (p. 11–14) 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Arrival recommended before 10:00 AM (morning snack 8:00–8:45 AM). Authorized pick-up requires Photo ID. Key fob entry provided to each enrolled family.

πŸ₯— Nut-Free, Health & Safe Sleep (p. 20–35) CCEYA Compliant

4-week fresh on-site menu (strictly Nut-Free), Sabrina's Law anaphylaxis plans, safe sleep supervision, daily morning health checks, and York Region Public Health protocols.

Parent Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Now Accepting Waiting List Requests

Join the Waiting List, Book a Tour, or Get in Touch

We would love for you to come visit our bright and spacious classrooms at 1 Mintleaf Gate, Unit 1, Markham, ON L3P 5X4. Call us at (905) 201-4000 or use the waiting list and tour request link below!

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Book a Classroom Tour or Join the Waiting List

Come meet our educators, tour our play-based classrooms and fenced outdoor playground, and learn about our CWELCC tuition rates.

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● Open Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Markham, ON

Visit Love n' Learn Childcare

Conveniently located at 1 Mintleaf Gate, Unit 1 in Markham with easy drop-off and pick-up for busy parents.

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Centre Address
1 Mintleaf Gate, Unit 1, Markham, ON L3P 5X4
Free parent drop-off parking β€’ Fenced On-Site Playground
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Operational Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
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Spacious Classrooms & On-Site Outdoor Playground 16th Ave Mintleaf Gate Love n' Learn Childcare 1 Mintleaf Gate, Unit 1
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