Infant receiving attentive care at Inventive Minds Academy in Thornhill

Our Programs

Infant Care

Warm, individualized care for your baby from newborn to 18 months, grounded in Reggio Emilia and Montessori principles.

Overview

Your baby's first learning environment deserves the very best.

Our Infant Care program provides a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment for babies from newborn to 18 months. We understand that this is one of the most significant decisions a family will make, and we take that trust seriously.

Every infant in our care follows an individualized schedule that respects their natural rhythms for feeding, sleeping, and play. Our Registered Early Childhood Educators are trained in infant development and bring patience, warmth, and expertise to every interaction.

We serve families across Thornhill, Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan, with full-time and part-time enrollment options available.

What Our Program Covers

  • Baby sign language introduced from the earliest weeks to support pre-verbal communication.
  • Sensory activities designed to stimulate cognitive and physical development at every stage.
  • Early literacy through nursery rhymes, storytelling, and language-rich routines.
  • Outdoor and nature-based experiences woven into daily programming.
  • Daily reports shared with parents covering emotional, nutritional, physical, and intellectual progress.
  • Smooth transition support: parents are welcome to join their child during the settling-in period.

Why Families Choose Us

What sets our Infant Care program apart.

  • Licensed and regulated by the Ontario Ministry of Education under the CCEYA Act.
  • Low educator-to-infant ratios ensuring every baby receives attentive, individualized care.
  • Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired programming tailored for the infant stage.
  • Educators trained in infant development, First Aid, CPR, and certified food handling.
  • A not-for-profit organization with a mission to support families, not maximize profit.
  • Secure attachment practices that support healthy emotional and cognitive development.
  • Flexible enrollment: full-time and part-time options available.
  • First month free for new infant families.

    • Getting Started

    How Enrollment Works

    01

    Book a Tour

    Contact us to schedule a visit. You will meet our educators, see the infant room, and ask any questions about our program and approach.

    02

    Enrollment Meeting

    Before your child's first day, our Family Coordinator meets with you to understand your baby's individual needs, routines, allergies, and preferences.

    03

    Transition Period

    Parents are encouraged to spend time in the classroom with their baby during the first few days. We follow your child's lead and move at their pace.

    04

    Individualized Daily Schedule

    Each infant follows their own schedule for feeding, sleeping, and play. We never impose a one-size-fits-all routine on babies in this age group.

    05

    Daily Reports

    At the end of each day, parents receive a detailed report covering their baby's mood, meals, sleep, diaper changes, and developmental activities.

    Get in Touch

    Let's find the right path forward — together.

    • Book a free, no-obligation tour with our admission team.
    • Located in Thornhill, we welcome families from across the Greater Toronto Area.