UNBC Childcare is located on the campus of the University of Northern British Columbia. This million-dollar facility is open to children of students, staff & faculty, and members of the UNBC Prince George community. Waiting list priority is given first to UNBC students, then staff/faculty and then alumni. Please contact Sydney Rustemeyer for details on the acceptance procedure.
The Childcare Centres, in partnership with families, provides a warm, nurturing and safe environment where children learn to respect themselves, respect others, and respect their environment. The environment is set up for co-operative play, providing a balance between active and quiet times. Activities are age-appropriate and "hands on" so the children can create, explore and discover the world around them.
Contact
All new registration inquiries must be made to the Manager by email or telephone. Tours are by appointment only.
Sydney Rustemeyer, Manager
Phone: 250-960-5720
Email: sydney.rustemeyer@unbc.ca
Our Programs
Twelve spaces
Ages 18 months to 3 years
Eighteen spaces
Ages 3 - 5 years
25 spaces
Ages 3 - 5 years
Apply early
UNBC Childcare programs are currently full. For more information about our waiting lists, and priority please contact Sydney Rustemeyer, Manager of Childcare Services.
Job postings
We are hiring on-call childcare substitutes. If you love children and and have your ECE certification apply today.
Free play
Free play is an integral part of the UNBC Childcare program. As stated by Dr. Neville Scarfe, one of Canada's most innovative and well-respected educators, "play is vital to childhood and adulthood, it is the most complete of all educational activities". Free play will provide opportunities for art and science activities, dramatic play, water and sand play, as well as construction, manipulative toys and woodworking.
Certified staff
UNBC Childcare recognizes the importance of the early years in healthy brain development and advocates for quality early childhood experiences. All our staff are certified Early Childhood Educators trained to enhance children's learning while encouraging social skills and strong self-esteem. They bring a love of children and years of experience supported by on-going professional development in childcare best practices.
Child Care Resource and Referral member
UNBC Childcare is an active member of Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) and participates in many family-themed activities throughout the community. We encourage you to learn more about CCRR and the services they provide to young families.
