CEFA Early Years School - Nanaimo — Daycare & Preschool in Nanaimo, British Columbia

What parents say

• Solmaz Sani

  My experience at CEFA was one of the sweetest and most encouraging experiences of my daughter’s life. From the moment she arrived, the warm and professional atmosphere of the environment put my mind at ease. The caring and energetic teachers took care of the children with kindness and attention. Every day when my daughter entered the classroom with a smile and enthusiastically shared her day’s events, I became more confident that I had chosen the right place. CEFA’s educational programs, combining creativity and art, helped my child develop all-round. I saw how her self-confidence increased, how she connected with others, and how she was eager to learn and grow. When my daughter entered CEFA, she couldn’t speak English and I am truly grateful to the teachers for how patiently and patiently they treated my daughter so that she gained her self-confidence and gradually learned English. I sincerely thank CEFA for this wonderful experience. This is not just an educational centre , it is a second home for our children.

• Gina Smith

  We have absolutely loved every moment of our daughter’s time at CEFA. From the very first day, it was clear that this is more than just a preschool — it’s a nurturing, joyful, and engaging environment where children are truly cared for and supported. The teachers and staff are incredibly warm, patient, and attentive. They’ve taken the time to really get to know our daughter — her personality, interests, and learning style — and we’ve seen her grow so much socially, emotionally, and intellectually during her time there. The activities are thoughtfully planned, with a perfect balance of structure and play. Our daughter comes home excited to tell us about her day, her friends, and all the fun things she’s learned. Whether it’s exploring nature, doing art projects, or learning letters and numbers, everything is done with such creativity and care. As parents, we’ve felt welcomed and informed every step of the way. The communication has been excellent, and we always felt confident that our daughter was in the best hands. We’re so grateful to CEFA for giving our daughter such a wonderful start to her early education. We will cherish these preschool memories forever!

• Simrit Hahto

  CEFA provided our son with the best education, support and nurturing from a young age all the way to kindergarten. He will be going into kindergarten with amazing skills both academic and life. The teachers an and support staff are dedicated, kind, and professional. I’m so thankful to have been a member part of the CEFA family!

• Carleen McPherson, RMT

  My two kids attend this daycare, and we’ve had such a positive experience! They both absolutely love their teachers, who are always kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in the kids’ development. It’s such a warm and welcoming environment that encourages learning and creativity every day. I’ve noticed real growth in both of them since they started attending. Another huge plus is that the daycare provides food, which makes things so much easier as a parent. Knowing they’re getting nutritious meals while they’re there gives me peace of mind. Overall, we couldn’t be happier — it’s a wonderful place for children to learn, play, and grow!

• David Gofsky

  My daughter has gone to CEFA for the last three years and my wife and I feel very lucky she has been able to have this experience. The environment has always been warm, welcoming, safe, and supportive. The teachers and admin staff have been kind, professional, thoughtful,and caring. The other children and parents have been wonderful as well. Importantly, our daughter loves CEFA, her teachers, and her classmates. My wife and I feel strongly that CEFA has helped get our daughter’s education off to an excellent start, in addition to helping build her confidence, self-esteem, and social skills. Thank you to everyone at CEFA Nanaimo!