The Children’s Village of Ottawa-Carleton, one of the oldest charities in Ottawa,
has been providing services to children and families since 1864.
Filled with a rich tradition of working directly with the community,
our history is a testament to our commitment to children and the innovative programs they need.
What we do
The Children’s Village operates a large Licensed Home Child Care Program, several school based Child Care Centres, summer programs, a drop-in play group and other support services for parents and providers.
We believe in working in partnership with parents, providers and agency staff to ensure children receive quality care in a nurturing environment. Our services reflect an ongoing commitment to the well being of children and families and are characterize by sensitivity, high standards, and flexibility.
Our Programs
- The Children’s Village of Ottawa-Carleton operates the following programs and services:
- Licensed Home Child Care: the program operates in West, Central and South-end Ottawa for children 6 weeks to 12 years;
- Children’s Village at Stoneway: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program operating in Adrienne Clarkson School;
- Children’s Village At Navan: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program operating in Heritage School;
- Children’s Village at Bridlewood: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program in Bridlewood Community Elementary School;
- Children’s Village at Klondike: a licensed kindergarten and school age child care program in South March Elementary School;
- Transitions: is an innovative, child driven life skills/social skills summer program for 8-12 year old children operating throughout Ottawa;
- Summer camp program: overnight program located in the Gatineau Hills for children 7-12 years, operating Monday-Friday for 3 weeks plus one weekend overnight session;
- Resource Centre: offers morning play groups for children, parents and providers, special events and resource kits for providers;
- Parents Exploring Day Care Options (PEDCO): monthly information sessions;
- Parents As Teachers – Ottawa (PAT): a home visiting partnership program that provides information, support and encouragement to parents by a trained PAT educator;
- Supported School Readiness: a partnership program between the Home Child Care Network of Ottawa and the Ottawa Catholic School Board, providing school readiness support for children entering Kindergarten in selected schools.