Next Gen DayCare
The next generation of childcare
Next Gen DayCare FAQ
You have questions, we have answers! Below you will find the most common questions we get asked. If you have more questions, feel free to contact us directly
(368) 887-3188 - Daycare
#261-200 Southridge Drive, Okotoks, AB, T1S 0B2
Frequently asked questions
We are adopting Alberta's Flight - Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework Curriculum Framework mixed with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), environmental education and multi-language learning.
Next Gen DayCare will have its regular licensed childcare operations from Monday to Friday, from 6:30 AM to 6 PM.
We will not open during statutory holidays.
Our services are tailored to fit your needs. The general rule of thumb is:
- Full-time care: 100+ hours.
Part-time care: From 50 to 99 hours.
We work together with families to find the best use of care time, accounting for the affordability grant (19 months to 5 years old) or subsidy (Grade 1 to 12).
Please connect with us so we can understand your unique needs!
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. Our programming brings STEAM in the forms of activities involving Coding, Lego Education, Engineering Challenges,
Our environmental consciousness will make children aware of the many green initiatives to save our planet! The daycare routine will run following green principles such as the 3 Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle), separating garbage properly and learning how to plant trees in our indoor botanic garden.
Our multi-language approach aims to make children more worldly by exposing them to our educator's native languages daily to normalize different languages and cultures to children.
Structured learning is similar to what happens in a classroom - kids gather to learn together and there is an educator who will take the lead. Unstructured learning (also known as free play) is where when kids can play and our educators assist and support their interests.
Our services cater to three different categories of children:
- Daycare services: Starting at 19 months old to 5 years old (not yet in kindergarten). We serve
Toddlers and preschoolers in a full-time or part-time capacity.
- Kindergarten: Children who are currently enrolled in kindergarten, in a full or part-time capacity. Usually, 5-6-year-old children.
- Out of school care: There are a few choices:
- Part-time: Before school OR after school.
- Full-time: Before AND After School
We offer transportation to Westmount and Saint Mary for Kindergarten and Out-of-School Care children at an extra cost.
Of course! We are happy to show our facilities to prospective parents and children. You can contact us before your visit or just walk in.
You can book a tour on this link: Daycare book a tour | Next Gen Educare (ngeducare.ca)
As of April 1st, 2025, the Government of Alberta implemented a Flat Parent Fee of $230 for part-time care and $326.25 for full-time care. At Next Gen, this fee only applies to children 19 months old to 5-6 years old (enrolled in kindergarten). Please check the Goverment website for more information - Affordability grant for child care programs | Alberta.ca
Regarding Subsidy, the rules are the same, but only applied to children from 7 to 12 years old (attending Grade 1 and up). Your income and hours attended are still used to calculate the subsidy. Please visit the Government of Alberta Website for more information - Child care subsidy | Alberta.ca
Theoretically yes. Our contract does specify a 1 month notice period if you want to stop our services. However, we do believe in good customer service and, as long as you come to us and talk about your specific situation, we might be able to be flexible.