Childcare
Welcome to Childcare Services in Huron East, where we are committed to providing nurturing, play-based learning environments led by qualified Early Childhood Educators to support your child’s growth and development.
On this page:
- Vanastra Early Childhood Learning Centre (VECLC)
- Huron County child care subsidy
- Apply for childcare in Huron County
Vanastra Early Childhood Learning Centre (VECLC)
Established in 1975, the Vanastra Early Childhood Learning Centre (formally known as the Tuckersmith Day Nursery), is operated by the Municipality of Huron East and licensed with the Ministry of Education. The VECLC offers quality childcare with Registered Early Childhood Educators. It has an emergent curriculum that encourages learning through play. The facility has access to a large indoor gym and swimming pool.
Hours of operation
The Vanastra Early Childhood Learning Centre (VECLC) is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Capacity
The Vanastra Early Childhood Learning Centre (VECLC) accommodates 42 children (16 months - 4 years) and 20 school-aged children (4-12 years) for Before and After School programs and on school holidays.
Huron County child care subsidy
Families living in Huron County may qualify to have the full or partial amount of their childcare costs paid for by The County of Huron. Visit Huron County Children's Services to see if you're eligible.
Apply for childcare in Huron County
OneHSN is designed to help you learn about the licensed child care services available in our community and apply for a childcare space. The application process is easy to use and the information you provide will determine the childcare options available to you. You can apply your child or children's name to as many Centres as you choose & the Childcare Centre will contact you when a space(s) becomes available.
Some documents listed on this page may not be accessible to all users. If you require a document in an alternative format, please contact the Clerk's Office at 519-527-0160 ext. 38 or via email at clerk@huroneast.com, and we will work together to best share the information.
Contact Us
Municipality of Huron East
72 Main Street South
PO Box 610
Seaforth ON N0K1W0
Phone: 519-527-0160
Toll Free: 1-888-868-7513
Fax: 519-527-2561
Joy Bowman
Manager of Vanastra Early Childcare Centre
Vanastra Early Childcare Centre (VELC)
26 Toronto Boulevard
RR5
Clinton ON N0M 1H0
Phone: 519-482-7634
Fax: 519-482-7071
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