Discovery Child Care Centre — Daycare & Preschool in Barrie, Ontario

What parents say

• Scott R

  My son has attended Discovery from toddler all the way up through kindergarten and I couldn't ask for a better place for him to learn, play, and thrive. Every staff member has been caring and helpful, and he's been excited to attend every day. The facility is top-notch, and the communication with parents is fantastic. Highly recommended!

• Emma Sharpe

  I'm beyond grateful for the team at Discovery! My son had a tough time transitioning into daycare. His teachers were so caring, kind and supportive to all of us I immediately knew we made the right decision. The quality of care they provide everyday continues to amaze me. My son comes home singing new songs, talking about "chrysalides" and proudly showing off his artwork. I'm looking forward to enrolling my younger son soon! Thank you Discovery Team for creating such a special place.

• Hannah Kastoryano-Hudson

  Discovery has been an amazing part of our lives. My daughter had an incredibly difficult transition into daycare and the team at Discovery was wonderful in helping us manage it, not only letting us know that this was normal, but met us where we were in terms of our need for... over communication. It's been a year since and my kid absolutely loves her forest school, teachers and friends. I would recommend (and do recommend) this school to anyone who is looking for child care. 10/10

• J. Price

  Terrible experience with this daycare in summer 2013. Administration was terrible. The process to get enrolled was an ordeal unlike any other establishment. My son was undiagnosed autistic and they would bot provide services without a one to one aid. I had one hired for my son’s time there. They were part time meaning his hours there were Super restricted. And then ended up using the one to one aid for other students. Care was Summer 2013. They Hired her on at the end of our time there which was great for her. When i had my second child i didn't even consider this establishment due to the office staff. Heard they are under new ownership.

• Jesse Papail

  As a post-secondary student, I was very fortunate to have Discovery Childcare at my field placement in my third semester of ECE. On my first day of field placement I felt very welcomed at the center by all staff members and families. I was introduced and had a tour of the center which really helped me gain knowledge of where things are and has supported me during routine and supporting the staff (setting up beds, grabbing children's belongings from cubbies, and lunch/snack). The staff and Supervisors at Discovery Childcare have built such a strong culture of positivity. As a student I have felt supported and treated amazing. The staff I have worked with have both worked at my pace to support me, but also have given me opportunities to take lead and grow as an educator. When expressing areas I felt like I needed support in or may have been struggling in, staff always have been open to discuss ways to help me reach my potential. The staff members at Discovery are rooted in their profession as it is clear they are very passionate for what they do, I often hear them collaborating and discussing ways that they can continue to support the children. Overall, I had an unforgettable time at Discovery Childcare, I have learned so much through my time here. It was a privilege to be apart of such a great center, if I could do it all over again I absolutely would!