ABC Academy Children’s Learning Centre has been serving New Westminster families since 2015 and is known for its play-based preschool program that blends licensed childcare standards with a strong focus on early literacy and outdoor exploration. If you want a warm, dependable spot where your three- to five-year-old will build confidence and social skills, this is the little centre many parents in the neighbourhood recommend.

The centre offers full-day preschool and part-time toddler programs in bright, purpose-built classrooms across roughly 2,200 square feet of indoor learning space, plus a secure outdoor play area. Teachers use the BC Early Learning Framework and curated resources such as Jolly Phonics for literacy, Exploratory Math stations, and seasonal nature walks to the nearby Queen’s Park. Snack and lunch programs accommodate dietary needs, and regular portfolio assessments track each child’s progress with photos and developmental notes.

Daily routines are led by ECE-certified staff who plan learning through small-group projects, sensory play, and guided arts. Classroom teams include a lead teacher with a minimum of ECE Level 3 certification and an assistant, keeping ratios aligned with provincial licensing. Staff training is ongoing and recent workshops covered behaviour guidance and outdoor play safety. Arrival and pick-up are designed for busy families, with staggered drop-off times and parent-teacher check-ins that keep communication simple and practical.

Families choose ABC Academy for the balance of structured learning and child-led discovery, and because it feels like a neighbourhood hub where teachers know both the children and their parents by name. The centre partners with local libraries and community programs for storytime and family events, so children arrive ready to join kindergarten socially and academically. To visit or ask about openings, call 604-805-2402 or see more at https://abcacademychildcare.ca/.