Creative Learning Through Play

Creative play at our Ajax childcare centre

At Tender Years Childcare in Ajax, creative learning is part of the childcare day. Children explore ideas through art, music, movement, stories and imaginative play, with materials and experiences suited to their age and interests.

This page explains our learning approach. It is not a separate art class or an additional enrolment program. Families choose the childcare program that fits their child's age and care needs.

Space for children's own ideas

Open-ended activities give children choices about what to make or explore. An educator might introduce a material or show how to use a tool, then leave room for a child to try an idea. The experience matters as much as the finished work.

Depending on the age group, experiences may involve drawing, painting, collage, rhythm, dance, storytelling or pretend play. Ask what children are currently exploring when you visit the room.

What learning can look like

A child may describe a drawing, choose how to join materials or work with a friend on a pretend-play idea. These moments offer opportunities for communication, coordination, decision-making and participation. Children can contribute in different ways and at their own pace.

Ontario's How Does Learning Happen? includes expression as one of its four foundations. Our play-based learning guide explains more about how everyday activities create opportunities to learn.

Explore the program for your child

Compare infant care, toddler care and preschool childcare, or explore school-age care and our summer program. Each page explains ages, routines and what to confirm before enrolment.

Visit us at 338 Rossland Rd E, Ajax, by arrangement. Call (905) 683-2559 to discuss your child's interests and ask about program fees, hours and availability. Our childcare tour questions can help you prepare.