Now enrolling · Fall 2026

A safe harbor where little dreams take flight.

Ark and Rainbow ChildCare is a licensed early learning center for children 6 weeks to 5 years. We blend play, curiosity, and warm-hearted care so every child arrives home a little braver, kinder, and prouder.

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12+: Years serving families
1:4: Infant teacher ratio
100%: State licensed

Sunlit classroom at Ark and Rainbow ChildCare

Licensed & Insured

State approved

4.9 / 5 Rating

240+ parent reviews

Bilingual songs
Garden club
Show & tell
Weekly music
Studio art
Forest walks
Library visits
Cooking club

About Us

A place built on kindness, curiosity, and color.

Founded in 2013 by early-childhood educators, Ark and Rainbow is more than a daycare — it’s a small community where families feel known and children feel free. Our sunlit classrooms, natural materials, and gentle routines create the calm children need to blossom.

Licensed by the State Department of Early Learning
Nut-free, allergy-aware, chef-prepared meals
Daily photo & note updates through our parent app

Loving Care

Warm, consistent caregivers who know every child by name and story.

Play-Based Learning

Curiosity-led curriculum built around exploration and discovery.

Safe & Secure

Keyless entry, CCTV, background-checked staff, and CPR-certified team.

Whole-Child Growth

Emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development, together.

Programs

Age-right rooms for every stage.

From first giggles to first words to first friendships — each of our classrooms is designed for the milestones that matter most.

6 weeks – 18 months

Infant Nursery

Gentle routines, sensory play, tummy time, and one-on-one bonding in a calm nursery.

Ratio

1 : 4

Hours

Full day

18 months – 3 years

Toddler Discovery

Movement, music, first words, and messy art — a hands-on world of yes.

Ratio

1 : 6

Hours

Full & half day

3 – 5 years

Preschool & Pre-K

Early literacy, STEAM projects, kindergarten readiness, and lots of imagination.

Ratio

1 : 10

Hours

School-year & summer

Curriculum

Six colorful pillars of learning.

Our Reggio- and Montessori-inspired program weaves discovery, creativity, and kindness into every part of the day.

Early Literacy

Phonics games, story circles, and print-rich rooms that spark a love of reading.

STEAM & Math

Loose parts, magnet tiles, building challenges, and daily counting adventures.

Creative Arts

Open-ended art, clay, weaving, and process-focused studios every week.

Music & Movement

Rhythm circles, dance parties, and instrument play with our music teacher.

Nature & Outdoors

Garden club, nature walks, and messy outdoor exploration — rain or shine.

Social-Emotional

Feelings talk, mindful moments, and conflict resolution woven through the day.

Our Space

Step inside our little rainbow world.

Real photos from our classrooms and outdoor spaces — thoughtfully designed with natural wood, Montessori-inspired materials, and plenty of room to explore.

Why Ark & Rainbow

Care you can feel the moment you walk in.

We designed every corner of our center around the science of early childhood — and the joy of being little.

Small groups

Low ratios mean more eye contact, more cuddles, more learning.

Safety first

Secure entry, CCTV, and staff trained in pediatric CPR & first aid.

Family partners

Daily updates, monthly conferences, and an open-door policy.

Rich curriculum

Reggio-inspired, play-led learning with weekly themes and field trips.

Outdoor time

Two enclosed play yards with a garden, sandpit, and shaded space.

Ready for K

Emergent literacy, math, and social-emotional readiness by age 5.

Health & Safety

Every detail, thoughtfully covered.

We hold ourselves to the highest standards so your family can relax the moment you say goodbye at the door.

Secure entry
Keyless door codes unique to each family and locked exterior gates.
CCTV monitoring
Interior cameras in every classroom and hallway for extra peace of mind.
Background-checked staff
Every teacher passes criminal record and vulnerable-sector checks.
Nut-free kitchen
Allergy-aware, chef-prepared meals with daily posted menus.
Licensed & insured
Fully licensed by Fraser Health with $2M liability coverage.
Non-toxic materials
Natural wood toys, low-VOC paint, HEPA-filtered air, plant-based cleaners.

A Day With Us

Predictable rhythms. Endless discovery.

Children thrive on rhythm. Here’s a look at a typical day in our Toddler Discovery classroom — every room follows a similar flow, tuned to their stage.

7:00 – 9:00
Arrival & Free Play
Warm greetings, choose-your-own centers.
9:00 – 9:30
Morning Circle
Songs, weather, calendar, and today's theme.
9:30 – 10:30
Guided Learning
Art, STEAM, literacy, or music, rotating daily.
10:30 – 11:45
Outdoor Play
Garden time, movement, and fresh air.
11:45 – 12:30
Family-Style Lunch
Chef-prepared, allergy-aware meals.
12:30 – 2:30
Rest & Quiet Time
Nap mats, soft light, gentle music.
2:30 – 3:30
Snack & Storytime
Read-alouds and small-group projects.
3:30 – 5:30
Explore & Reconnect
Free play, outdoor time, family pickup.

Meet the Team

The kind, credentialed faces behind our rooms.

Every lead teacher is an early-childhood educator with pediatric first-aid training and years of experience — and, honestly, a deep well of patience and joy.

Ms. Grace

Center Director

ECE · 15 yrs

Ms. Amara

Lead Preschool Teacher

ECE · Reggio certified

Ms. Lin

Toddler Room Lead

ECE · Mandarin bilingual

Ms. Rosa

Infant Nursery Lead

ECE-IT · CPR certified

Families Say

Loved by the families we serve.

“Our son ran to the door every morning. That says everything about Ark & Rainbow.”

Priya & Marcus

Parents of Kai, age 3

“The teachers know my daughter’s favorite book, her feelings, her jokes. This is a family.”

Danielle O.

Parent of Nia, age 4

“We toured five centers. Ark & Rainbow was the only one that felt like home.”

The Nakamura Family

Two children enrolled

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