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General
Benefits of Non-Profit Daycare
Choosing a Daycare for Toddlers
Pre-Kindergarten Childcare
Merakids Childcare Differentiators
Fun and Learning at Daycare
Licensed Daycare Partnerships
Enrollment Process
Non-Profit Childcare Centers
Daycare Costs
Supportive Childcare Environment
Infant Daycare Availability
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At Merakids in Calgary NW, our Toddler Program (19 months to 2.9 years) offers a rich variety of daily activities including climbing, jumping, and dance for physical development; puzzles, sorting, and stacking for cognitive growth; sensory play with sand, playdough, and sound-making materials; and group activities that build social skills like sharing, empathy, and turn-taking. Every activity is play-based and intentionally designed to support your toddler's milestones.
Merakids Childcare is a fully licensed, non-profit childcare centre in Calgary NW offering infant care for children aged 12 to 18 months. We operate under Alberta's Early Learning and Child Care Act and follow the Flight Framework curriculum. Our centre is located at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary, AB T3B 0H1. Call us at (403) 475-7999 or visit merakids.ca (http://merakids.ca)to book a free facility tour.
Merakids is built around holistic child development. Every program — from Infant through Pre-Kindergarten — focuses on four pillars of personal growth: physical development, social and emotional development, cognitive development, and language development. Our curriculum blends Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf philosophies within Alberta's Flight Framework, ensuring every child is supported as a whole person, not just academically.
You can reach Merakids Childcare in three ways:
• Phone: (403) 475-7999
• Email: info@merakids.ca(mailto:info@merakids.ca)
• Book a tour online: calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour(http://calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour)
We are located at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary, AB T3B 0H1. We recommend booking a facility tour first — it's free, and it gives your family a chance to see our space and meet our educators before enrolling.
Merakids Childcare offers one of Calgary NW's only licensed non-profit infant daycare programs, serving children from 12 to 18 months. Our full-day infant program runs Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm, from our Bowness Rd NW location. We serve families from across northwest Calgary including Bowness, Silver Springs, Montgomery, Arbour Lake, Tuscany, Scenic Acres, and Varsity. Spots are limited — contact us today to check availability.
Yes — family partnership is at the heart of everything we do at Merakids. As a licensed non-profit childcare centre, we actively collaborate with families throughout their child's learning journey. We provide regular updates, celebrate milestones, and invite family involvement in our programs. Our philosophy is simple: when families and educators work together, children thrive. We welcome every family as part of the Merakids community.
Enrolling at Merakids is simple:
1. Book a free facility tour at calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour(http://calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour)
2. Visit our centre at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary
3. Complete your enrollment form through our online portal at schools.mybrightwheel.com(http://schools.mybrightwheel.com)
4. Confirm your start date with our team
We offer programs for infants (12–18 months), toddlers (19 months–2.9 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-kindergarten (5–6 years). Call (403) 475-7999 or email info@merakids.ca (mailto:info@merakids.ca)with any questions.
As a non-profit childcare centre, Merakids reinvests everything back into the quality of care and programs for your child. This means our focus is always on children and families — not profit margins. Benefits of choosing a non-profit daycare like Merakids include a mission-driven team, community accountability, higher educator dedication, and programming decisions made in the best interest of children. We are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive childcare that every Calgary NW family can trust.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is a licensed non-profit childcare centre located in Bowness, Calgary NW. As a non-profit, our mission is to deliver high-quality early learning and care for children aged 12 months to 6 years, in partnership with families and the community. We offer Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs. Visit us at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, or call (403) 475-7999 to learn more.
Yes — family partnership is at the heart of everything we do at Merakids. As a licensed non-profit childcare centre, we actively collaborate with families throughout their child's learning journey. We provide regular updates, celebrate milestones, and invite family involvement in our programs. Our philosophy is simple: when families and educators work together, children thrive. We welcome every family as part of the Merakids community.
Daycare costs in Calgary vary by centre, age group, and program type. For specific fee information at Merakids, we encourage families to contact us directly at (403) 475-7999 or info@merakids.ca, as fees may vary based on program, schedule, and available Alberta childcare subsidy funding. Alberta's Affordable Child Care Benefit may significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs — our team can help guide you through the subsidy process.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is located directly on Bowness Rd NW at Unit 101, 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0H1. We offer licensed infant care for children aged 12 to 18 months, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Infant spots are limited and fill quickly. To check current availability and reserve your spot, call (403) 475-7999, email info@merakids.ca, or book a free facility tour at merakids.ca.
As a non-profit childcare centre, Merakids reinvests everything back into the quality of care and programs for your child. This means our focus is always on children and families — not profit margins. Benefits of choosing a non-profit daycare like Merakids include a mission-driven team, community accountability, higher educator dedication, and programming decisions made in the best interest of children. We are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive childcare that every Calgary NW family can trust.
Yes. Merakids offers a dedicated Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 years in Calgary NW. The program runs Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm, with both full-time and part-time options available. It focuses on school readiness through play-based learning, covering cognitive development, literacy, math, science, social skills, and emotional resilience — everything your child needs to walk into kindergarten confident and prepared.
Merakids Childcare offers a thoughtfully designed Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 in Calgary NW. Our program balances play-based learning with school-readiness activities — covering math, science, arts, literacy, and social skills — to ensure children transition into kindergarten with confidence. Both full-time and part-time options are available, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Book a tour to see why Calgary NW families choose Merakids.
Enrolling at Merakids is simple:
Book a free facility tour at calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour
Visit our centre at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary
Complete your enrollment form through our online portal at schools.mybrightwheel.com
Confirm your start date with our team
We offer programs for infants (12–18 months), toddlers (19 months–2.9 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-kindergarten (5–6 years). Call (403) 475-7999 or email info@merakids.ca with any questions.
Absolutely — and Merakids is one of them. Our entire curriculum is built on the belief that children learn best through play, curiosity, and joy. We blend three world-renowned educational philosophies — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf — within Alberta's Flight Framework to create a dynamic environment where fun and learning are inseparable. From sensory play and science experiments to storytelling and outdoor exploration, every day at Merakids is designed to be both educational and genuinely enjoyable.
When choosing a daycare for your toddler in Calgary, look for these five things:
Alberta license — confirms the centre meets provincial safety and care standards
Low child-to-educator ratios — ensures your toddler gets individual attention
Play-based curriculum — toddlers learn best through exploration and play
Family communication — regular updates keep you connected to your child's day
Warm, welcoming environment — visit in person and trust your instincts
At Merakids, we meet all five. Our Toddler Program (19 months–2.9 years) is licensed, play-based, and built around genuine family partnership. Book a free tour at merakids.ca to come see for yourself.
Merakids Childcare in Calgary NW is built on the foundation of inclusivity, warmth, and genuine support for every child and family. Our educators are dedicated to creating an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We embrace diversity, celebrate each child's uniqueness, and maintain open, ongoing communication with families. Located in Bowness NW and serving communities across northwest Calgary, Merakids is where children are truly known and cared for.
Several things set Merakids apart:
Non-profit — our mission is children, not profit
Blended curriculum — we combine Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf within Alberta's Flight Framework
All age groups under one roof — Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K, so siblings can attend together and children can grow with us
Nutritious meals — freshly prepared, high-quality meals included
Family partnership — we keep families actively involved and connected every step of the way
Extended hours — open Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm
When choosing a daycare for your toddler in Calgary, look for these five things:
Alberta license — confirms the centre meets provincial safety and care standards
Low child-to-educator ratios — ensures your toddler gets individual attention
Play-based curriculum — toddlers learn best through exploration and play
Family communication — regular updates keep you connected to your child's day
Warm, welcoming environment — visit in person and trust your instincts
At Merakids, we meet all five. Our Toddler Program (19 months–2.9 years) is licensed, play-based, and built around genuine family partnership. Book a free tour at merakids.ca to come see for yourself.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is located directly on Bowness Rd NW at Unit 101, 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0H1. We offer licensed infant care for children aged 12 to 18 months, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Infant spots are limited and fill quickly. To check current availability and reserve your spot, call (403) 475-7999, email info@merakids.ca, or book a free facility tour at merakids.ca.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is a licensed non-profit childcare centre located in Bowness, Calgary NW. As a non-profit, our mission is to deliver high-quality early learning and care for children aged 12 months to 6 years, in partnership with families and the community. We offer Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs. Visit us at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, or call (403) 475-7999 to learn more.
Several things set Merakids apart:
Non-profit — our mission is children, not profit
Blended curriculum — we combine Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf within Alberta's Flight Framework
All age groups under one roof — Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K, so siblings can attend together and children can grow with us
Nutritious meals — freshly prepared, high-quality meals included
Family partnership — we keep families actively involved and connected every step of the way
Extended hours — open Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm
As a non-profit childcare centre, Merakids reinvests everything back into the quality of care and programs for your child. This means our focus is always on children and families — not profit margins. Benefits of choosing a non-profit daycare like Merakids include a mission-driven team, community accountability, higher educator dedication, and programming decisions made in the best interest of children. We are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive childcare that every Calgary NW family can trust.
Yes — family partnership is at the heart of everything we do at Merakids. As a licensed non-profit childcare centre, we actively collaborate with families throughout their child's learning journey. We provide regular updates, celebrate milestones, and invite family involvement in our programs. Our philosophy is simple: when families and educators work together, children thrive. We welcome every family as part of the Merakids community.
Yes. Merakids offers a dedicated Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 years in Calgary NW. The program runs Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm, with both full-time and part-time options available. It focuses on school readiness through play-based learning, covering cognitive development, literacy, math, science, social skills, and emotional resilience — everything your child needs to walk into kindergarten confident and prepared.
Enrolling at Merakids is simple:
Book a free facility tour at calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour
Visit our centre at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary
Complete your enrollment form through our online portal at schools.mybrightwheel.com
Confirm your start date with our team
We offer programs for infants (12–18 months), toddlers (19 months–2.9 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-kindergarten (5–6 years). Call (403) 475-7999 or email info@merakids.ca with any questions.
Daycare costs in Calgary vary by centre, age group, and program type. For specific fee information at Merakids, we encourage families to contact us directly at (403) 475-7999 or info@merakids.ca, as fees may vary based on program, schedule, and available Alberta childcare subsidy funding. Alberta's Affordable Child Care Benefit may significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs — our team can help guide you through the subsidy process.
Merakids Childcare in Calgary NW is built on the foundation of inclusivity, warmth, and genuine support for every child and family. Our educators are dedicated to creating an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We embrace diversity, celebrate each child's uniqueness, and maintain open, ongoing communication with families. Located in Bowness NW and serving communities across northwest Calgary, Merakids is where children are truly known and cared for.
Merakids Childcare offers a thoughtfully designed Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 in Calgary NW. Our program balances play-based learning with school-readiness activities — covering math, science, arts, literacy, and social skills — to ensure children transition into kindergarten with confidence. Both full-time and part-time options are available, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Book a tour to see why Calgary NW families choose Merakids.
Absolutely — and Merakids is one of them. Our entire curriculum is built on the belief that children learn best through play, curiosity, and joy. We blend three world-renowned educational philosophies — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf — within Alberta's Flight Framework to create a dynamic environment where fun and learning are inseparable. From sensory play and science experiments to storytelling and outdoor exploration, every day at Merakids is designed to be both educational and genuinely enjoyable.
Merakids Childcare in Calgary NW is built on the foundation of inclusivity, warmth, and genuine support for every child and family. Our educators are dedicated to creating an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to learn. We embrace diversity, celebrate each child's uniqueness, and maintain open, ongoing communication with families. Located in Bowness NW and serving communities across northwest Calgary, Merakids is where children are truly known and cared for.
Yes — family partnership is at the heart of everything we do at Merakids. As a licensed non-profit childcare centre, we actively collaborate with families throughout their child's learning journey. We provide regular updates, celebrate milestones, and invite family involvement in our programs. Our philosophy is simple: when families and educators work together, children thrive. We welcome every family as part of the Merakids community.
Enrolling at Merakids is simple:
Book a free facility tour at calendly.com/ghahm-merakids/facility-tour
Visit our centre at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, Calgary
Complete your enrollment form through our online portal at schools.mybrightwheel.com
Confirm your start date with our team
We offer programs for infants (12–18 months), toddlers (19 months–2.9 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-kindergarten (5–6 years). Call (403) 475-7999 or email info@merakids.ca with any questions.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is located directly on Bowness Rd NW at Unit 101, 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0H1. We offer licensed infant care for children aged 12 to 18 months, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Infant spots are limited and fill quickly. To check current availability and reserve your spot, call (403) 475-7999, email info@merakids.ca, or book a free facility tour at merakids.ca.
When choosing a daycare for your toddler in Calgary, look for these five things:
Alberta license — confirms the centre meets provincial safety and care standards
Low child-to-educator ratios — ensures your toddler gets individual attention
Play-based curriculum — toddlers learn best through exploration and play
Family communication — regular updates keep you connected to your child's day
Warm, welcoming environment — visit in person and trust your instincts
At Merakids, we meet all five. Our Toddler Program (19 months–2.9 years) is licensed, play-based, and built around genuine family partnership. Book a free tour at merakids.ca to come see for yourself.
Several things set Merakids apart:
Non-profit — our mission is children, not profit
Blended curriculum — we combine Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf within Alberta's Flight Framework
All age groups under one roof — Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K, so siblings can attend together and children can grow with us
Nutritious meals — freshly prepared, high-quality meals included
Family partnership — we keep families actively involved and connected every step of the way
Extended hours — open Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm
Absolutely — and Merakids is one of them. Our entire curriculum is built on the belief that children learn best through play, curiosity, and joy. We blend three world-renowned educational philosophies — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf — within Alberta's Flight Framework to create a dynamic environment where fun and learning are inseparable. From sensory play and science experiments to storytelling and outdoor exploration, every day at Merakids is designed to be both educational and genuinely enjoyable.
Daycare costs in Calgary vary by centre, age group, and program type. For specific fee information at Merakids, we encourage families to contact us directly at (403) 475-7999 or info@merakids.ca, as fees may vary based on program, schedule, and available Alberta childcare subsidy funding. Alberta's Affordable Child Care Benefit may significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs — our team can help guide you through the subsidy process.
Yes — Merakids Childcare is a licensed non-profit childcare centre located in Bowness, Calgary NW. As a non-profit, our mission is to deliver high-quality early learning and care for children aged 12 months to 6 years, in partnership with families and the community. We offer Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten programs. Visit us at 68-7930 Bowness Rd NW, Unit 101, or call (403) 475-7999 to learn more.
Merakids Childcare offers a thoughtfully designed Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 in Calgary NW. Our program balances play-based learning with school-readiness activities — covering math, science, arts, literacy, and social skills — to ensure children transition into kindergarten with confidence. Both full-time and part-time options are available, Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm. Book a tour to see why Calgary NW families choose Merakids.
As a non-profit childcare centre, Merakids reinvests everything back into the quality of care and programs for your child. This means our focus is always on children and families — not profit margins. Benefits of choosing a non-profit daycare like Merakids include a mission-driven team, community accountability, higher educator dedication, and programming decisions made in the best interest of children. We are committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive childcare that every Calgary NW family can trust.
Yes. Merakids offers a dedicated Pre-Kindergarten program for children aged 5 to 6 years in Calgary NW. The program runs Monday to Friday, 6:45am to 6:00pm, with both full-time and part-time options available. It focuses on school readiness through play-based learning, covering cognitive development, literacy, math, science, social skills, and emotional resilience — everything your child needs to walk into kindergarten confident and prepared.
Our Mission and Vision
At Merakids Childcare, we nurture young minds in a safe and loving environment. Our dedicated team focuses on holistic development, fostering creativity and curiosity. Explore our FAQ page for more insights.
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