Proudly Canadian — licensed childcare, Vancouver, BC Mon–Fri, extended hours available  ·  (604) 655-1895  ·  inquiry@littlemunchkindaycare.ca
Infant · Toddler · Early Learners — 0 to 5 years

Where little Vancouverites play, learn, and grow.

Licensed group childcare at seven Vancouver neighbourhood locations, led by licensed early childhood educators who know your child by name — and send you the photos to prove it.

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4.7 · 86 Google reviews Licensed group childcare CCFRI participant 7 Vancouver locations
Children and educators playing together in a bright Little Munchkin classroom
4.7
★★★★★
86 reviews on Google
4.7★
Google rating
7
Vancouver locations
0–5
Years of age
4:1
Infant–toddler ratio
$0
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Our programs

Two programs, one gentle path from first steps to five

Full-time and part-time care, led by licensed early childhood educators — with an Infant–Toddler specialist managing every floor.

Toddlers playing on the floor with a caring educator
0–36 months · 4:1 ratio

Infant – Toddler

A secure first step away from home. Babies and toddlers become comfortable in a group setting at their own pace, surrounded by texture, sound and sensory play.

  • Artistic expression, music, movement, science and exploration every day
  • Self-feeding skills, coordination and early language comprehension
  • Sensory-rich toys and equipment chosen for each stage
  • A gradual 3-day settling-in schedule, at your child's pace
Early learners shaping clay at a table, building fine motor skills
30 months–5 years · 5:1 to 8:1 ratio

Early Learners

Where toddlers become confident learners. Self-directed play leads, and educators build language, social and cognitive skills around each child's curiosity.

  • Language development through labelling, repetition and story-time
  • Socialization, self-help skills and fine motor practice
  • Finger painting, blocks, songs and group activities
  • A natural transition up from our Infant–Toddler rooms
Why parents choose us

The things parents actually ask about, answered up front

No fine print, no surprises — the details that matter to Vancouver families, all in one place.

Licensed ECE educators

Every educator is a licensed early childhood educator, and every floor is managed by a specialist in Infant–Toddler care.

Small ratios, real attention

Four children per educator in Infant–Toddler, and 5:1 to 8:1 for Early Learners — small enough that every child is known well.

Photos of their day, daily

Parents receive daily updates and photos through our app — the crafts, the friendships, the milestones — as the day happens.

Healthy snacks, nut-free

Two snacks a day are on us — fruit, veggies, cheese and other healthy options — in completely nut-free programs. Parents pack lunch.

A gentle first week

New children start gradually — 1.5 hours, then 3, then 5 — and can go slower if needed. Educators work with you to ease the transition.

Hours that flex

Standard care runs Monday to Friday, with extended morning and evening options available seven days a week for families who need them.

A day at Little Munchkin

One ordinary, wonderful day

  • 1
    Arrive & settle inWarm hellos, then free play to start the day at their own pace.
  • 2
    Circle time & storiesSongs, story-time and language play, together on the rug.
  • 3
    Create & exploreArt, sensory play, music and movement woven through the morning.
  • 4
    Outdoor playFresh air, climbing, sand and room to run.
  • 5
    Lunch & snacksLunch from home; a healthy mid-day snack is on us.
  • 6
    Rest & rechargeNaps and quiet time to reset for the afternoon.
  • 7
    Build, imagine, playBlocks, pretend play and group games — and a second snack later on.
  • 8
    Pickup, with the day in your pocketPhotos and notes from your child's day, sent through the parent app.
An educator reading a storybook to gathered preschoolers
Story time, every day
Children playing together on a colourful outdoor playground
Outdoor play & fresh air
Two children playing together in a sandbox
Sensory play in the sand
Children building with blocks alongside their educator
Building & creating
Parent reviews

Loved by Vancouver families

4.7
★★★★★
from 86 reviews on Google
★★★★★

"Our son started when he was 10 months old and is now nearly 3. The staff couldn't be more caring or attentive to his needs if they tried. They are our partners in our Son's development and it is very clear to us that they care about him a great deal."

Friedrich KlausGoogle review · South Granville (52nd)
★★★★★

"Thank you to Granville Lower team for taking such good care of our son! He started daycare at 16 months… He made so many friends and has learned so much… We liked the daily updates of pictures and the communication through their app… The staff are always friendly. We highly recommend this daycare to any parent!"

Janet Garvez-ManalangGoogle review
★★★★★

"Little Munchkin (Granville lower level) has been amazing for our son. He's grown so much since starting there. The staff are incredibly caring and made his transition so smooth. We love getting updates and photos through the app, and they've been so flexible with pickup and drop off. Truly grateful for the whole team."

James LumGoogle review
Locations

Seven Vancouver locations — find yours

Every location, listed once, in plain sight. Choose the one that works best for your family.

South Granville

Infant – Toddler

1319 W 52 Ave, Vancouver, BC

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Kitsilano

Infant – Toddler

2205 W 15 Ave, Vancouver, BC

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Shaughnessy

Infant – Toddler

1469 Balfour Ave, Vancouver, BC

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Oak

Infant – Toddler

1068 W 29 Ave, Vancouver, BC

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Dunbar East

Infant – Toddler

3750 W 29 Ave, Vancouver, BC

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Holland

Infant – Toddler · Early Learners

5981 Holland Street, Vancouver, BC

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Marpole

Early Learners

Granville Street, Vancouver, BC

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Fees

Straightforward monthly fees

Full-time and part-time options from one to five days a week.

SchedulePublished monthly rate
5 days / week$1,692
4 days / week$1,453
3 days / week$1,203
2 days / week$972
1 day / week$716

Published rates shown with Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) savings already included. Exact fees vary by location and program — ask us for your location's rate card. We also accept the Affordable Child Care Benefit (ACCB) subsidy, and fees are reviewed each April.

Getting started

Three steps to your first day

1

Join the waitlist

Add your name online — it costs nothing, and spaces are offered in the order names were added.

2

Come for a tour

When a space opens, we'll invite you in to see the rooms, meet the educators and ask everything.

3

Register & start gently

Complete the registration package, then begin with our gradual 3-day settling-in schedule.

Questions

What parents ask us most

How much does it cost to join the waitlist?

Nothing. Joining the waitlist is completely free. When a space becomes available, we contact families from the waitlist and offer spots on a first-come, first-registered basis.

What ages do you accept, and what are the ratios?

Our Infant–Toddler program cares for children 0–36 months with a 4:1 child-to-staff ratio, and every educator is a licensed early childhood educator. Early Learners (30 months–5 years) runs at 5:1 to 8:1 depending on location.

What does registration involve?

A registration charge of $395 applies at enrollment, along with a refundable deposit of 70% of the full-time monthly fee, which holds your child's space and is refunded during their last week of attendance. A completed registration package is required before the first day.

Do you provide food?

We provide two healthy snacks a day — a mid-day snack and one in the later afternoon — with options like fruit, veggies and cheese. Lunches are provided by parents, and all of our programs are nut-free.

How does the first week work for a new child?

Gently. Our 3-day integration schedule starts at 1.5 hours, then 3 hours, then 5 hours before full days begin — and if your child needs a slower pace, educators will work with you directly to stagger it.

Do you accept subsidy or fee reductions?

Yes. We are part of BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), and the savings are already reflected in our listed fees. We also accept Affordable Child Care Benefit (ACCB) subsidy applications once your child is enrolled.

What are your hours?

Standard care runs Monday to Friday. Extended hours are also available seven days a week, with morning and evening options — tell us what your family needs and we'll find the fit.

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Come and see it for yourself

Tell us a little about your family and we'll contact you shortly to set up a tour, based on availability — or add you to the waitlist at no cost.

Children sitting in circle time with their educator on a classroom rug

Prefer to talk? Call (604) 655-1895 or email inquiry@littlemunchkindaycare.ca.
Careers: hiring@littlemunchkindaycare.ca

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