About Us – Quayside Childcare

At Quayside Childcare in New Westminster, we believe every child is a unique and special individual. Our goal is to provide a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow in their own way. We focus on the whole child — supporting mental, emotional, physical, and social development during these important early years.

Quayside Childcare was co-founded by Sally, an early childhood educator with over 20 years of experience, and Shar, whose passion for building a welcoming and supportive space for families helped shape the heart of the centre. Together, they created an environment where children feel at home, families are embraced, and meaningful learning takes place every day. Their hands-on leadership ensures each child is nurtured with love, patience, and respect.

We understand that children thrive in a secure and emotionally safe setting. That’s why we’ve created a calm, engaging environment where children are encouraged to express themselves, try new things, and explore the world around them. Our approach is rooted in play-based learning, with fun and purposeful activities designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

From group games and imaginative play to music, art, and outdoor exploration, our program supports development across all areas. Children build language and cognitive skills, improve coordination, and learn how to navigate social interactions in positive ways. We believe in giving children the time and space to grow at their own pace — while gently challenging them to build new skills.

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We also place a strong emphasis on social development. Through cooperative activities and shared experiences, children learn to work together, build friendships, and develop empathy and communication skills that will serve them for life. We celebrate their successes, support them through challenges, and help them build a strong sense of self-worth.

At Quayside, we believe that quality childcare can have a lasting impact on a child’s life. That’s why we are committed to providing a caring, consistent, and enriching environment every day. Shar and Sally are proud to offer a place where children are not only looked after — but truly understood, supported, and inspired.

We welcome you to get to know us better and see what makes Quayside Childcare such a special part of the New Westminster community.

Discipline Policy

Discipline and Guidance

We believe that children thrive in an environment that is secure, predictable, nurturing and supportive. We believe it is important to set realistic expectations and limits for young children to ensure the safety of each child; the protection of his/her rights and those of other; and the protection of property. When a child exceeds the limits, we guide in a manner that is firm, positive and still maintains the child’s self-respect. Sometimes experiencing the consequences of his/her actions can be learning experience for a child. Giving choices or redirection when a child’s behaviour is inappropriate can be used to avoid uncontrollable misbehavior. We will strive to help the children solve their own problems. We acknowledge the child’s feelings and help him/her to be considerate of the feelings of others.

Discipline is something adults do with and for children, rather than something they do to children. The intention is to help children become self disciplined as they learn appropriate and acceptable behavior

We will accomplish this by:

Providing an aesthetic, adequately size, organized, play space which will allow children to play in a relaxed manner and avoid conflicts which may arise from crowded play areas or areas designated for adults

  • Following a flexible routine so that children gain trust and security,
  • Providing a variety of toys, which will stimulate cognitive, physical and emotional growth. The toys will be rotated monthly.
  • Approaching children individually, establishing eye contact and using a clam controlled voice
  • Recognizing a child’s feelings before discussing behavioural limits
  • Focusing on the child’s behaviour rather than the child
  • Ignoring minor incidents
  • Discussing acceptable behaviour and setting limits at a level children understand.
  • Using positive reinforcement in words and actions, focusing on what to do rather than what not to do.
  • Encouraging caring and cooperative relationships
  • Allowing children to make choices where applicable
  • Reminding children of limits, as they have short memories and are easily distracted.
  • Diverting a child’s interest when necessary.
  • Assisting children to solve problems.
  • Giving a warning cue that will indicate a coming change in activities
  • Using logical consequences (example… if a child spills milk he/she will be expected to wipe it up.)
  • Removing offending toys when necessary.