About Us

We are here to help parents raise happy and healthy children

WHO WE ARE

Curious Minds Daycare and OSC is a start-up childcare facility that will offer quality, hands-on learning for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The play-based curriculum will promote wholistic development of children, including a math skill focus for early learning. Located in Ewing Trail Plaza in Southwest Edmonton, Alberta, the 3,584 sq ft daycare aims to obtain a facility-based childcare license for maximum 76 children aged 3 months to 12 years.

CURIOUS MINDS is made up of a team of business professionals with industry experience across
multiple sectors.

Mr. Hira Paudel brings over 10 years of experience in teaching learning and pedagogy, which includes over 7 years working in the Childcare sector. He holds a Master’s degree in English Language Education, with a Psychology foundation from intermediate to Master’s Degree. He holds an Early Learning Childcare Educator Certificate issued by the Government of Alberta (Level 3). For the past six years, Hira has worked at Catholic Social Services as a child and Youth Care Worker. Hira plays a key role in creating curriculum and implementation. His role is overseeing the Daycare Center to run smoothly.

OUR CENTER DIRECTOR

Hi, my name is Amrita and I am the Director of Curious Minds Daycare & OSC. I am looking forward to getting to know each of you and guiding your child (ren) through a successful, safe and fun journey here with us. Before moving to this position, I have been an ECE Assistant Director and holds over 20 + years of professional experience as an educator within the Early Learning and childcare Centers, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Elementary arenas.

After obtaining my Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from the University of the West Indies, I went on to follow my passion for working with children by earning a Diploma in Early Childhood Education at Humber College in Toronto. I also hold a Diploma in Public Management from the University of Guyana.

I am a mother of three children who keeps me very busy during my time away from work. So when I am not working I maximize on family time and enjoying the outdoors as much as I can. I love working with children and getting to enjoy each and every smile as the children experience the pure magic of childhood. I am honored to work alongside families on a daily basis and love the benefits found in childcare.

Inclusive

Embracing uniqueness, fostering inclusivity, and promoting diversity and acceptance for all children to create a sense of belonging in our nurturing environment.

Responsible

We take our role as responsible caregivers seriously, prioritizing the safety, well-being, and holistic development of each child entrusted to our care.

Respectful

We deeply honor and value the dignity, individuality, and perspectives of every child, parent, and staff member within our inclusive child care community.

Collaborative

A collaborative child care experience where respect, responsibility, and inclusivity thrive, nurturing the development of every child.

Our Philosophy

Children are curious learners, and it is important that we provide them the opportunities to grow with confidence, which will turn them into the independent and responsible citizens of the community. To facilitate their holistic development, our program will be based on learning through play model and will implement Flight-Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Frame work Curriculum. Our program will plan the activities, and create a safe and secure environment to promote independence and curiosity. This supports the principle of the childcare act, which requires that the safety, security, well-being and development of the child is supported and preserved. It also supports the matter to consider, by encouraging the children in having care and play experiences that support their development and learning. Our philosophy aligns with the parents’ beliefs and values because parents always want their children grow into independent, confident and responsible citizens.

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Experts in giving your children best start

It's a haven of boundless happiness.

Step into our childcare haven, where every child is embraced with love and their happiness is our top priority. Experience the magic of our nurturing childcare center, where laughter and learning go hand in hand, creating a vibrant environment for little ones to thrive.