Parents also play a very significant role at our centre.  Open Arms Early Childhood Centre has an open door policy for parents.  We encourage parents to play an active role in their childs early education.  Some of the ways we include parents into our programs is through Meet The Teacher nights, our Spring Fling Family Night and our annual Christmas Concert.  Parents are also invited to speak to the children or share with the children any special interest or occupation related activities such as a visit from a firefighter. 

One of the ways that our centre ensures that we are meeting the needs of our clients (families) is through our annual parent survey.  Here's a look at some of the feedback that we have received:

- " I truly appreciate the consideration my children receive and the guidance & listening ears that I receive.  The staff is especially considerate of my child's extra needs" -

- "The centre was recommended by a friend with all good things to say!  We really enjoy the Christian enrichment." -

- "The teachers have been wonderful...We consider you all a part of our family" -

- "We would like to take this opportunity to say how well run and organized we found Open Arms to be.  All staff members who came in contact with our daughter were always professional and caring. "

                                      - past family

- "An excellent facility, well run and a pleasure to go to!" -

- "I have seen my son grow in so many ways since he has been in your care.  I love and appreciate all of his caregivers.  I am at ease everyday knowing that he is cared for like he was at home." -

- "I can't say enough good things about Open Arms.  We love you!  You're all so caring and loving.  It's really important to us that our daughter feels special wherever she is and the teachers are never shy about telling her that they love her or giving her some extra TLC.  I never have to worry during the day about the quality of care that our daughter is receiving.  Thank you so much." -

- "Excellent centre, awesome staff" -

- "A big 'thank you' to all of the staff at Open Arms.  You have made the transition from one daycare setting to another "smooth".  We appreciate all the care you provide. " -

- "Although there are many daycare options at our end of town, we knew that the 50 minutes it takes to get across town, drop off and drive back home was worth it - to have our children in your care....Your love, hard work and dedication to the children is what sets your centre apart from the rest." -