Kids & Company Blog: Development & Milestones

Victoria Day Veggies

Posted on: Thursday May 16th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s almost here! The long-awaited, unofficial kick-off to summer. What better way to kick off the summer than a fun family activity. This weekend is often filled with annual BBQ’s or a trip to the lake, but I have another idea for you. Alright, here it is — start your own veggie garden! Why not… [read more]

Raising a Child with Autism: Interview with a Parent

Posted on: Monday April 8th, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

April is Autism Awareness Month! This initiative is a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion and self-determination for all, and assure that each person with ASD is provided the opportunity to achieve the highest possible quality of life. Those of you who have read my previous blogs will remember my younger brother Jason has… [read more]

Learning Through Play

Posted on: Thursday March 14th, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

My name is Sarah and I’ve been working with children in their early years for the past 13 years.  I worked overseas as a teacher in England and China then continued my career in the childcare sector here in Toronto.  While working at Kids & Company, I’ve worked as a Preschool ECE, Assistant Director, Centre… [read more]

Kindergarten: preparing for September

Posted on: Tuesday January 29th, 2019

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

As we move through the new year, there any many families with a little one getting ready to go into kindergarten for the first time in September. At this stage parents are thinking through logistics, registration and possibly childcare and daycare options to work around their kindergarten program. But there is another side to kindergarten… [read more]

What is ’emergent curriculum’ all about?

Posted on: Wednesday December 19th, 2018

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

As the parent of three children, and someone who works alongside some of the brightest Early Childhood Educators in the country, I’ve come to understand and deeply appreciate the Emergent Curriculum philosophy practiced at Kids & Company. Sometimes referred to as cue-based or child-centred learning, the approach is relatively simple in theory, but can be… [read more]

Gifts for Preschoolers: Bring it back to books with this Top 10 list

Posted on: Friday November 30th, 2018

Posted by: Brittany Fancey

With Christmas being less than a month away, every storefront is decked in festive visuals and signs for all of the gifts you absolutely must have this year. If you did your shopping back in July, kudos to you, go -getter! If you did your research and stocked up on Black Friday sales, you are… [read more]

Our Transition Into Child Care

Posted on: Thursday October 11th, 2018

Posted by: Brittany Kostiuk

When I was younger, I had this ideal vision of what kind of parent I would be. I would be involved 150% in my child’s life, but I would also be a professional, career-driven (not to mention incredibly successful!) business woman. I would have it all and be great at everything. By the time I… [read more]

Tips for Potty Training

Posted on: Monday June 18th, 2018

Posted by: Kidco Curriculum

Potty training happens all year round and at different ages and stages, but June is Potty Training Awareness Month and summer is a perfect time to potty train your kids! Why potty train during the summer?• Imagine potty training a child in a bathing suit vs. a snow suit. Do we need to say more?•… [read more]

Growing Up With Autism

Posted on: Thursday April 26th, 2018

Posted by: Kids & Company

Once you know me, it does not take long before you know I have a brother, whose name is Jason.  He is one of my best friends, a hilarious guy and a large part of my daily life.  We love cooking together and going out for meals, spending Friday nights at the bowling alley, shopping… [read more]

Getting Ready For Baby’s First Haircut

Posted on: Monday March 5th, 2018

Posted by: Kids & Company

Baby’s first haircut can be stressful for new parents and at Beaners Fun Cuts we make haircuts fun for all ages. Our specially trained stylists are fast, fun and masters of distraction. We’ve put together a list of tips to help even the most pro parent prepare for the big moment: Baby’s First Haircut. Timing… [read more]