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thebhiveelcc@gmail.com

(403) 373-8577

5230 College Ave #8, Lacombe, AB T4L 2G1

Hours:
Monday – Friday
7:30am – 5:30pm

FAQ

We do not provide meals and snacks. Children are picky eaters and we respect that there are many allergies, dietary restrictions, preferences and personal choices when it comes to feeding our families. In order to ensure that your child is getting the nutrition they need and eating the healthy foods they love, we ask that parents please send a lunch and two substantial snacks. The B Hive will carry a small supply of healthy snacks for those days where kiddos need a little extra. Due to staff and student allergies, The B Hive is a nut free facility.

 If your child is not feeling well, for any reason, they do not come to daycare. Any child who is ill and unable to participate fully in regular activities should be cared for at home.
Please refer to this document for a list of some of the reasons your child should remain home to reduce the spread of illness to other children and families. The document will also offer information on our policy regarding timelines for illness.
Communicable Diseases: May Not Be Permitted by Law to attend Child Care.
Immunizations: Not permitted back to childcare after vaccination until your child has been monitored overnight – side effects are possible (Example: shots at 10:00 am = return to care the next morning if no side effects).

Each age group has different needs and although we do have a routine and a schedule, they are based on meeting the needs of the child. Our goal is to spend at least two hours or more per day (weather permitting) outdoors exploring our community's parks and playgrounds, green spaces, walking trails, etc. Strollers are used for the babies so they can be sure to get outside too! Our room leaders are happy to review the schedule/routine in your child's room at orientation.

Our program is licensed through the Gov of AB. All reports and inspections can be viewed here. https://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/oldfusion/childcarelookup.cfm
AHS inspection reports may also be viewed online here https://ephisahs.albertahealthservices.ca/inspections/childcare/

All staff must provide a criminal record check with vulnerable sectors as well as proof of educational credentials. At The B Hive, staff are held to a higher standard through professional development, coaching, regular performance assessments and parent feedback. 
Our team is experienced and boasts credentials from diplomas in Early Childhood Education to Bachelor's degrees in Education, Social Work and Early Childhood Education, as well as Masters degrees in Education, Psychology and Linguistics. Our team's diversity allows us to bring different experiences, professional ideologies and learning tools to our programs. 
All staff members are also required to have first aid certification. 
Staff are required to follow all Gov of AB regulations for ratio in the childcare environment.
Center-based child care ratios are as follows: Infant (under 12 months): 1 educator for 3 children 
Infant (12 to 19 months): 1 educator for 4 children
Toddler (19 months to under 3 years): 1 educator for 6 children
Preschool (3 to under 4 years): 1 educator for 8 children

Kindergarten and older (4 years and older): 1 educator for 10 children 

Out of School Care (5 years and older) 1 educator for 15 children

Yes!! Accountability is key for any reputable daycare. Cameras are installed in each room as part of our security protocols. Administrators have access to recordings and live feeds which are monitored on an ongoing basis. All recordings are kept for one week. For the safety and privacy of our families, we do not offer observation through our cameras. 

The B Hive Daycare uses Brightwheel which is an all-in-one childcare management app for centers and families that simplifies daily operations and communication. It handles administrative tasks like student check-ins, online enrollment, while also allowing for real-time parent communication, sharing of daily activities such as diaper changes and naps. The app is available on Apple and Android devices. Families are invited to enroll one business day before your child's scheduled start date. 

As a family oriented program, we feel it is important to ensure that our staff have a healthy work/life balance.This allows us to continue to put our best foot forward for your family. Fees are not prorated for these closures in compliance with our Gov of AB grant agreements for funding.