Jolly Giant Childcare - Strickland Location — Daycare & Preschool in Nanaimo, British Columbia

What parents say

• Tasha Downey

  Jolly Giant is amazing! Our son has severe food allergies and they take it so seriously. It helps they have a no-nut policy, but even when they are having hot lunch they ALWAYS ask us if it's okay for him to eat. They are also so caring towards every child in the centre, and provide activities each day to enhance their learning in a fun and exciting way. I would definitely recommend this centre!

• Stephanie Tjorhom

  Super impressed with this Daycare! First time momma and first time experience for our little guy - he loves it! I feel well supported as a Parent; highly recommend Strickland Jolly Giant to other parents seeking out daycare :)

• Josh Jones

  Our son has a great experience here with very passionate care providers. Location is very safe with a high fence all around and good control. The interior is very clean with lots of toys to play with and sensory experiences. They truly encourage the kids to get outside and have fun as much as they can.

• Rob Shearer

  Our experience with Strickland Jolly Giant has been incredibly positive. With two young boys enrolled—one in the infant and toddler group, the other in the pre-K program—we’ve had the opportunity to see this daycare from multiple angles. The team here is wonderfully communicative and warm, which has made a meaningful difference, especially as our youngest son has special needs. The staff has worked closely with us to integrate specific exercises into his daily routine, always with a gentle, caring approach that makes him feel included and loved. It’s no small thing to find a daycare where the team genuinely commits to each child’s unique needs. Our older son, now in the pre-K program, has adapted well. The structure and activities seem to be a good introduction to routines he’ll encounter in kindergarten. This program feels like a bridge—giving him the confidence and sense of familiarity he’ll need as he moves forward. The support and attention from Strickland Jolly Giant have given us a sense of comfort. We feel connected to and cared for by the team.

• Stephanie Hendrickson

  I am a mother of twins girls that attend daycare at the Strickland Jolly Giant location. All the staff there are huge part of our lives, the connection my kids have with the staff as well as management shows everyday when my girls can’t wait to get their shoes on and go to school. Mary Anne , Shante , Candice as well as many others have a huge impact on my kids development, all in positive and enriching ways. The reassurance I have when I drop them off to know they are so loved while I work 5 days a week, is something I will be forever grateful for. I want to say thank you to all the staff at Strickland Jolly Giant. It takes a village to raise the best humans:) Thank you For being a part of mine :)