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Toddler daycare programs in Burnaby serve children aged 18 months to 3 years — a critical window for language development, social learning, and independence. Licensed Burnaby toddler daycares follow BC's 8:1 child-to-educator ratio requirement, allowing for more spaces than infant rooms. Many Burnaby families transition from infant care at 18 months; securing a toddler spot is easier than infant care but still requires advance planning. Below are all BC-licensed toddler daycare programs in Burnaby with live availability data.
BC requires a maximum 8:1 ratio of toddlers to ECE-certified educators — more spaces than infant rooms but still limited at popular Burnaby centres
Toddler programs in Burnaby focus on language development, social skills, and the transition to structured group learning
Most Burnaby daycares handle the infant-to-toddler transition internally — if your child is already enrolled in an infant room, ask about their toddler room policy
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Toddler daycare programs in BC typically cover children aged 18 months to 3 years. Some centres define their toddler room as 30 months to 5 years to align with BC licensing categories.
Licensed toddler daycare in Burnaby typically costs $1,000–$1,700/month. This is somewhat less than infant care due to the higher staff-to-child ratio allowed. ChildCareBC $10/day is available at many participating centres.
No — most licensed BC daycares accept toddlers who are not yet potty-trained. Licensed centres change diapers and support the potty training process as part of normal programming. Confirm the centre's policy during your tour.
Look for: a consistent daily routine, age-appropriate language and sensory activities, outdoor play daily, ECE-certified lead educator, small group sizes (8 or fewer children per room), and a clear communication system with parents.
For central Burnaby areas, register 6–12 months in advance for a toddler spot. Suburban Burnaby areas may have shorter wait times. If your child is in infant care at the same centre, confirm when their transition to the toddler room occurs.
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Our free matching service contacts licensed Burnaby toddler daycare centres on your behalf and confirms availability for your child's age and start date.