ABOUT US

We value and respect children of all ethnicity, religion and cultures. Children will learn and grow through structured and unstructured play in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. At StrongSteps, children will be able to develop their social competence, celebrate their individuality and uniqueness, build their independence and self-esteem.

Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a warm, nurturing, safe and educational environment for families and their children. It is also our mission to provide quality care for children through a cooperative partnership between parents and staff.

Our Philosophy
We believe children are active, curious and capable individuals. They learn best through exploration and interaction with early childhood educators, materials, and other children. Our balanced approach to education will allow children to perform at their fullest potential in their life journey that awaits them.  

 Promoting Positive Environment For Our Children 

Director / Owner
Ann Owsanski

I am a certified Early Childhood Educator and have been in the childcare field since 1997. I took on executive responsibilities overseeing a preschool as a parent. Then I have worked as a co-teacher, a preschool educator and a vice principal within licensed childcare centres for over a decade. Managing and operating childcare centres has been the most rewarding experience. This experience gives me not only a wide range of knowledge but also the understanding and appreciation required to effectively meet the needs of children, families, and my staff. I earned several appreciation and accommodation awards from CPPPBC. Then in 2013, I completed my Accounting & Payroll Administration certification.

Being a single parent, I understand the need for quality, educational childcare in a safe, nurturing, home away from home environment. I believe loving children is a priority; children need love to grow, and families need support and community involvement. With my background in music, I believe that music education is important. It encourages children’s participation and develop the beginning skills, knowledge and attitudes that will facilitate future music participation. It is why music education is big part of StrongSteps curriculum.

It is my goal to inspire staff, children, and their families to work together positively with one common goal - to love and support one another and to provide excellence in quality of care.
Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any questions.