Play-Based Childcare in Etobicoke for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Leaving your child with someone new is a big step. At Beamish, your little one is welcomed into a warm, safe space where every day is full of discovery, songs, stories and friends.

Child matching a yellow leaf card to a color-and-leaf activity book on a colorful classroom rug

Meet the three classes

Child matching a yellow leaf card to a color-coded leaf worksheet on a colorful classroom rug

BABY CLASS

Gentle class nurturing 12 to 24 month olds.

Babies explore through touch, movement, music and sensory play while building trust with their teachers and their first friendships.

  • Sensory and exploration play

  • Songs, stories and early language

  • Routines that feel safe and predictable, including a calm nap time

  • Early independence, such as feeding, tidying and self-care


Three children pose behind a colorful Peppa Pig-themed birthday photo booth frame labeled “Chiara.”

PRE-SCHOOL

Building curiosity and confidence in 24 months to 3 year olds.

Toddlers learn through hands-on activities, imaginative play and group projects that develop early language, numbers, creativity and social skills.

  • Play-based early literacy and numeracy

  • Art, music and imaginative play

  • Sharing, turn-taking and teamwork

  • Support with potty training


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SENIOR PRE-SCHOOL

Developing kindergarten ready skills in 3+ year olds

Children strengthen their reading readiness, independence and friendships so they start school confident and ready.

  • Early reading and writing readiness

  • Etiquette, manners and respectful communication

  • Social skills and navigating friendships

  • Confidence and independence for kindergarten

Small Classes, More Attention.

Learning Life Skills Along the Way

Our small class sizes of 12 or less, mean teachers truly know each child, notice every milestone and step in when help is needed.

Beyond letters and numbers, our teachers support the milestones that matter most to families:

  • Potty training

  • Early reading

  • Etiquette and manners

  • Social skills, such as sharing, taking turns and making friends

  • Navigating nap time, so rest feels calm and comfortable

Children celebrating at a classroom party with pink-frosted cupcakes, colorful tables, cups, and balloons.

Whole food, allergy-aware

We are proud to serve nutritious whole food, going the extra mile to make sure every child's allergies and dietary requirements are observed.


  • Teachers who know your child, thanks to small class sizes

  • Whole-food meals, with allergies and dietary needs carefully observed

  • Support with potty training, reading, etiquette, social skills and nap time

  • Professional photos each year: one of your child and one of the class, so you can see how they're growing

  • Field trips and community events, including the Terry Fox Run and family gatherings

  • Regular updates, pictures and videos about your child's day through a secure app.


What Parents and Caregivers Can Expect

<12

children per class

6+

outings per year

3

family events per year

Outings and Adventures

A few times a year, children head out on farm visits and other interest-based field trips. Parents, caregivers and siblings are encouraged to come along for wholesome family fun and time together as part of our community.

Smiling child standing on top of a large hay bale maze under a bright blue sky
Two children holding berry baskets beside blueberry bushes at a sunny farm-picking field
Children play in a colorful crayon-themed inflatable castle at an outdoor community event.
Child in a pink jacket standing beneath a colorful inflatable Easter arch with bunny decorations outside a rustic wooden building
Group of adults and children posing on a covered outdoor wagon ride at a park
Children pose behind a painted garden photo board featuring a bee and monarch butterfly, surrounded by yellow flowers and ornamental grasses.
  • "I feel blessed that my children have received such exceptional care."

  • “…an incredible experience for our family! The staff are truly amazing and genuinely caring, making my little one feel special and valued”

  • “They were always well cared for, well fed, and had lots of fun. The staff is very caring, and the programsing is engaging and creative.”