Forest City Children's Centre — Daycare & Preschool in Burnaby, British Columbia

What parents say

• Angela Maria Velazco Vera

  Forest City Children's is the best choice we made for our child. It's not just about finding the perfect place, but also about finding the right people to care for your child. The teachers here are incredible. Not only are they highly trained, but they are also caring and take care of the children with so much love and dedication. Yesterday was my son's last day at daycare, and we feel like we're going to miss these amazing women so much. We are incredibly grateful! Thank you, Foreat City Children's! You are in our hearts!

• Jessica Camargo

  I want to express my gratitude and appreciation for the excellent work of Principal Nija Patel and the entire team at Sophia's school. The principal consistently shows how dedicated she is to making sure my daughter is well cared for, and this has made all the difference in her adaptation, even while speaking a different language. I feel safe and truly happy seeing Sophia welcomed and supported with such care and professionalism by both the principal and the teachers.

• reza rajaei

  This daycare has been such a blessing for our family. The teachers and staff genuinely care for the children, and it shows in every interaction. My daughter is always greeted with warm smiles, and I can see how safe, happy, and confident she feels in their care. She has grown so much since starting here—not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. The team creates such a positive, nurturing environment where learning feels natural and fun. I love how they celebrate each child’s individuality while also teaching them kindness and respect for others. As a parent, I feel completely at ease knowing she is surrounded by people who treat her like one of their own. We are truly thankful for this wonderful community and can’t recommend them enough!

• Daline Figueredo

  I absolutely love this daycare! All the teachers and assistants work with so much joy. They are loving, kind, and truly patient with my daughter and all kids. They treat us parents as partners, and I honestly feel like they are part of our family. My daughter loves everyone there and she never wants to leave and always asks to stay longer. It fills my heart with happiness and gratitude to see her so well cared for and so excited to be at daycare. When she started, she didn’t speak any English, and now she can communicate so well! The teachers were incredibly patient and caring, making learning fun and enjoyable, without any pressure. There are so many wonderful things I could say, but it wouldn’t fit in just one review. We are beyond grateful for this amazing team! Miss Nija and Miss Rhed are very nice directors, they connected us parents helping us to care for our kids.

• Vivien Lin

  I had such a wonderful experience completing my practicum at this daycare. The environment is warm, welcoming, and truly child-centered. You can see how much care and thought goes into creating a safe and nurturing learning space for the children. My sponsor teacher, Miss Nija, has many years of experience in the ECE field, and it really shows in her work. She creates a positive and nurturing learning environment filled with patience, guidance, and enthusiasm. I learned so much from observing her interactions with the children — she balances being firm and kind in such a natural way. Her passion for early childhood education is truly inspiring. The whole team is incredibly supportive and professional. I am also very thankful to Miss Irene, Miss Grace, Miss Steph, and Miss Heidy for their guidance and encouragement throughout my practicum. They each bring warmth and dedication to the classroom, and it was a pleasure learning alongside them. I am very grateful for the opportunity to grow here. It was truly a meaningful and memorable practicum experience.❤️