Discovering The Wonder Of The Natural World
Children Flourish With Nature Play And Hands-On Learning In Small Group Settings
Discovering The Wonder Of The Natural World

Preschool & Daycare Center Serving Grimshaw, AB

Nature Provides A Vibrant Landscape For Learning

As an extension of the classroom, natural playscapes are used for 4 hours a day in varied ways for formal and informal learning activities. There is untapped potential for play in these expansive outdoor spaces, including mud pits and sand pits for sensory play.

Enjoy Flexible Scheduling With Hourly And Daily Drop-In Rates.

For Your Convenience, We Are Open From 6 am to 6 pm, Monday-Friday.

The Complete Approach To Health & Safety You Can Trust

Diligent teachers and security measures keep a watchful eye on them, while daily sanitization ensures all classrooms, toys, and learning materials remain germ-free. Parents love knowing when they drop their little one off each morning, they stay healthy, safe, and sound all day.
The Complete Approach To Health & Safety You Can Trust

Home-Cooked, Healthy Meals Included In Tuition

Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks help your child maximize their play. Expect your child’s menu to consist of huge meals cooked from scratch, with no sugar, and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Small Class Sizes With Passionate Educators

A sense of curiosity and delight in learning promotes a lifetime of success. With small class sizes and educators passionate about teaching, your child receives the most personalized, specialized, and delight-driven education possible.

Hands-On Experiences That Shape Your Child's Thinking

Learning should be fun and engaging! Your little one’s hands-on learning experiences scaffold their knowledge as they naturally develop creative and critical thinking skills through play.

"Education begins the moment we see children as innately wise and capable beings. Only then can we play along in their world".

- Vince Gowman

3 Curriculums Prepare Your Child For School

Your child will learn from Creative Curriculum®, Kindness Curriculum, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). They advance academically and socially; ready for the leap to Kindergarten.

Music, Dance, And Art Enrichments Every Day

Daily enrichment activities help promote balance, expression, and creativity that go hand in hand with learning. Enrichment contributes to developing your whole child: heart, body, and mind.

Hey Parents!

We Proudly Offer Inclusive Childcare, Including Special Needs + Options For Parent Support

Yes!–We Offer Respite Care For You & Your Little One

The Child Care Respite Program supports families who need extra help and care. Enjoy convenient respite options so that you can take time for yourself or to attend important family programs. We know this may be a stressful time for your family, and we want to support you however we can.
Yes!–We Offer Respite Care For You & Your Little One

Parents Love Our Daily Communication App

Communicate with teachers and stay informed about your child’s daily activities using the HiMama app so that you can have peace of mind and they always feel supported.

Alberta Quality Accreditation Underscores Our Excellence

The Alberta child care accreditation helps parents choose the best care for their children. This sought-after accreditation is based on current research and leading practices—experience excellence in child care.

Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options

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Hear What Parents Are Saying…

It’s a wonderful daycare facility and Mary Ellen...

My children have been going here for over a year and half now, they just love it. The teachers are all great.  

Amy Davies
Parent

She loves all her friends and teachers at...

The teachers are great, they spend a lot of times outdoors and get to do so many hands on crafts and activities.  

Shynade Nora Desfosses
Parent

Best decision was enrolling my kids to EB...

The staff is so down to earth and love getting involved with the kids. Not once have I walked in and not seen the staff playing or reading with them.  

Natalie St-laurent
Parent

Enlightened Beginnings has been a perfect...

Enlightened Beginnings has been a perfect fit for our family for over 3 years now! The kids get so much time outside, and are always engaged in active learning without even realizing it. They are pumped to go to daycare and come home excited to share what they did. The staff are all so kind, and the flexibility really works for our ever-changing schedule. I can't imagine life without this awesome facility! 

Katrina Parker

Katrina Parker
Parent

The Staff at Enlightened Beginnings are...

The Staff at Enlightened Beginnings are amazing! They made the transition to daycare so easy for my son and I when I went back to work. He loves being there, is constantly coming home with new skills and words he’s learned! They truly care about the kids and I feel so confident leaving my little guy in their care! Would 10/10 recommend them! 

Erin Sawatzky

Erin Sawatzky
Parent

I absolutely love Enlightened Beginnings...

I absolutely love Enlightened Beginnings for my family. My toddler goes there regularly and they are always doing activities with then kids. And they get so much time outside to play (my favourite thing) . My older kids go during the summer and they do great at keeping them busy too. The staff is fabulous and my kids love going here ❤️ 

Kaitlynn Coates
Parent

Enlightened Beginnings, is amazing...

Enlightened Beginnings, is amazing. From the staff to the programs and everything in between. My kids have been going for over 3 years now. Mary- Ellen is amazing the price is great. You will not be disappointed. 

Amy Wise
Parent

They provide the best care, and give...

We have been with Enlightened Beginnings since day 1. The staff is wonderful, we absolutely love them all. Our youngest started as a 1 year old and has moved up through all of the classes, she has learned so much from each of her teachers. She is always so excited to go to school, and on her days at home she asks if she can go there instead! They provide the best care, and give her the attention she needs. Everyone there offers kindness and respect to the kiddos. They are also very quick to address any issues that might arise, and are always accommodating. 

Rachel Lepka
Parent

We highly recommend this daycare to...

The Enlightened Beginnings daycare is amazing. We have two children that attend the daycare and they love it there. Mary Ellen and all the staff are great with the children and the programming is well planned. The flexibile scheduling works so well for our work schedules. And the daycare has been supportive and accommodating during Covid as well. We highly recommend this daycare to families! 

Shynade Desfosses

Shynade Desfosses
Parent

This daycare is beyond amazing, my kids...

This daycare is beyond amazing, my kids have been going for almost three years now and they both love it . My son started when he was 12 months and loves going everyday. They teachers are great and wonderful with the kids, they spend lots of times outside and doing free play which I love and they do all sorts of crafts and stories and I can’t say enough of how amazing it is. Your kids would be lucky to go there. Mary Ellen is just awesome 🙂 

Mike D

Mike D
Parent

Hear What Parents Are Saying…

"It’s a wonderful daycare facility and Mary Ellen is just the best"
My children have been going here for over a year and half now, they just love it. The teachers are all great.
Amy Davies
"She loves all her friends and teachers at the daycare!"
The teachers are great, they spend a lot of times outdoors and get to do so many hands on crafts and activities.
Shynade Nora Desfosses
"Best decision was enrolling my kids to EB"
The staff is so down to earth and love getting involved with the kids. Not once have I walked in and not seen the staff playing or reading with them.
Natalie St-laurent

How Old Is Your Child?

Toddlers

12 - 36 months

preschool

3 - 5 years

Out Of School

6 - 12 years