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Spare Time Child Care Society is a non-profit, parent run society and a registered charity in BC. All of our centres are licensed and fully integrated.

We strive to provide the best possible programs for the families in our communities and we take great pride in providing programs designed to meet the individual needs of each child. By offering a wide variety of age-appropriate challenges and choices to children, our programs nurture positive growth and self-confidence.

It is with support from our partners and friends that we are able to provide the highest level of care to the children in our communities.

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While each centre offers a wide variety of individualized programs on a daily basis, here is a short overview of the programs offered at our centres:

Morning Care (Before School Care)

The centres open at 7:30 a.m. and close when the school day begins. Children are involved in quiet activities for the first hour and breakfast is available for a nominal fee. After 8:30 a.m., children may choose to play outside or take part in school-related activities.

After School Care

This program operates from school dismissal to 6:00 p.m., and from 7:30am to 6:00pm on non-instructional days and school breaks. Children are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of activities that are designed to nurture their social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

Spare Time Leaders Clubs

Children 9 to 12 years old may participate in the Leaders Club at their centre. This program is designed in part by the children themselves and it is designed to challenge their intellectual, physical and creative skills while building independence and self-esteem.

Spare Time Supported Development

Our integrated programs operate in conjunction with all our other programs. Specially trained staff work with the children on an individual basis to guide them through activities and to ensure that their need for creative, stimulating and fun experiences are met.

*Your centre supervisor will have a copy of the specific programs and activities available at your location.