A place of learning, care and connection.

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A place of learning, care and connection.

Join our waitlist

About us

At UBC Child Care, we proudly offer leading early childhood education and care for families in the UBC community and beyond.

Since our inception, we have grown to become one of the largest and most well-respected child care providers in Canada, with 760 children enrolled, 31 unique settings, and more than 250 dedicated educators and staff—all right here on UBC’s Vancouver campus.

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Our settings

At 31 unique settings across the UBC Vancouver campus, we offer licensed child care for children from infancy to school age.

Under 3 years old

From birth to 36 months

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2.5 years old to school age

From 30 months to school age (Kindergarten)

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Mixed-age

From birth to school age (Kindergarten)

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School age

Before and after school care (Kindergarten and up)

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How to apply

We welcome applications to join our waitlist from families in the UBC community year-round. Interested in applying?

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How to apply

We welcome applications to join our waitlist from families in the UBC community year-round. Interested in applying?

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What it costs

Learn more about child care fees, how to pay, accessing funding, and how we’re keeping costs down through government funding such as the $10 a Day ChildCareBC program. Plus find information about child development support programs.

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What it costs

Learn more about child care fees, how to pay, accessing funding, and how we’re keeping costs down through government funding such as the $10 a Day ChildCareBC program. Plus find information about child development support programs.

Learn more

What our families are saying

“My daughter has grown so much from her experience at Saw-Whet…She was able to spend her days near nature, with lots of games and in a safe environment.” 
– Valdes Ocampo family, Saw-Whet
“My son has enjoyed UBC Child Care since he was 18 months old, and it has been a great experience. We have seen him develop all kinds of skills in a healthy and dedicated environment.”  
– Jaraquemada Pelaez family
Owl at the Barn 
“Our son had the most wonderful experience at Sandpiper. He was able to explore his interests and build great friendships. He has felt supported and safe, and we have been so grateful to all the educators for everything they have done.” 
McCaughan family, Sandpiper
“I would like to thank everyone who has been involved with caring for our two sons over the past nine years! Each of you have helped shape them into the people they are today and have been a huge part of our lives.” 
Kennedy family, Osprey
“UBC Child Care, Sandpiper specifically, has been a gift for our child. He has been cared for by the staff with love and warmth, learned social skills, language and free play—and he has grown up with his close friends.”
Chin family, Sandpiper
“Our child has been in loving and caring hands at UBC Child Care. She has learned about love, friendship, respect, sharing, independence, listening, learning, playing and much more. She has enjoyed every moment of her time at Pacific Spirit.”
Li family, Pacific Spirit
“Absolutely amazing experience. The educators have been so caring and supportive. We are forever grateful!” 
Becir family, Raven

What our families are saying

“My daughter has grown so much from her experience at Saw-Whet…She was able to spend her days near nature, with lots of games and in a safe environment.” 
– Valdes Ocampo family, Saw-Whet
“My son has enjoyed UBC Child Care since he was 18 months old, and it has been a great experience. We have seen him develop all kinds of skills in a healthy and dedicated environment.”  
– Jaraquemada Pelaez family
Owl at the Barn 
“Our son had the most wonderful experience at Sandpiper. He was able to explore his interests and build great friendships. He has felt supported and safe, and we have been so grateful to all the educators for everything they have done.” 
McCaughan family, Sandpiper
“I would like to thank everyone who has been involved with caring for our two sons over the past nine years! Each of you have helped shape them into the people they are today and have been a huge part of our lives.” 
Kennedy family, Osprey
“UBC Child Care, Sandpiper specifically, has been a gift for our child. He has been cared for by the staff with love and warmth, learned social skills, language and free play—and he has grown up with his close friends.”
Chin family, Sandpiper
“Our child has been in loving and caring hands at UBC Child Care. She has learned about love, friendship, respect, sharing, independence, listening, learning, playing and much more. She has enjoyed every moment of her time at Pacific Spirit.”
Li family, Pacific Spirit
“Absolutely amazing experience. The educators have been so caring and supportive. We are forever grateful!” 
Becir family, Raven

Work with us

Are you an Early Childhood Educator looking for an opportunity to join an innovative and renowned team? We accept applications anytime. Plus, we have numerous opportunities for practicum students and volunteers.

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