Lilybug Learning is a home-based daycare in Port Perry, offering personalized child care for families seeking a warm, consistent, and community-connected environment. Serving families of children from 10 months to five years old, Lilybug Learning has supported families in Port Perry since 2010, with continuous operation dating back to 2006.
Families who choose Lilybug Learning are often looking for something different from large centres — a setting where children are truly known, routines are predictable, and parents are closely involved in their child’s development.
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- Overview
- Child Care on the Way to Work
- Ages & Hours
- Daily Routine
- Learning & Individual Development
- Community Connection & Outings
- Meals & Nutrition
- Celebrations & Cultural Learning
- Community Involvement & Leadership
- FAQs
- Contact & Waitlist
Overview
Lilybug Learning provides a calm and supportive home daycare environment designed to help young children feel secure, confident, and ready to learn.
- Small-group care with consistent supervision
- Individual attention tailored to each child
- Strong communication and collaboration with parents
- A play-based approach to early learning
To learn more about how Lilybug Learning approaches early learning and family partnership, visit Philosophy.
Child Care on the Way to Work
Some families choose Lilybug Learning not only because they live in Port Perry, but because their workday brings them into town or along the same route. For parents looking for childcare that fits their commute or is near their workplace, we’ve shared more information about how our location supports working families.
Childcare on the way to work in Port Perry
Ages & Hours
Ages Served:
Children from 10 months to 5 years old
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Daily Routine
Children thrive with predictable routines balanced with flexibility. A typical day of Activities at Lilybug Learning includes:
- Free play and guided learning activities
- Story time, songs, and early literacy development
- Creative art and fine-motor skill activities
- Outdoor play and movement
- Meals, snacks, and rest time
- Gentle transitions that support emotional regulation
Daily routines include attention to individual developmental needs and stages.
Learning & Individual Development
Lilybug Learning works closely with parents to support each child’s individual growth. Development strategies and goals are discussed collaboratively, particularly during:
- language and communication development
- social confidence and peer interaction
- transitions toward preschool or school readiness
Learning is play-based, experiential, and grounded in everyday moments that matter to young children.
You can explore Lilybug’s program areas and learning approach under Curriculum, including Early Literacy and Numbers & Counting.
Community Connection & Outings
Children benefit from being actively connected to their community. Lilybug Learning includes enriched off-site outings approximately once or twice per month, such as:
- Nature walks and outdoor exploration
- Visits to local farms in Scugog
- Trips to the Scugog Library
- Playville indoor playground
- Palmer Park in Port Perry
- Birds Eye Pool
- Port Perry splash pad
- Local festivals and community events
- Kids Art/Talk
These experiences support curiosity, social development, and real-world learning.
Meals & Nutrition
Meals and snacks are included as part of the daily program:
- Morning snack
- Lunch
- Afternoon snack
Mealtimes are an important part of the day, supporting healthy habits and social interaction. For more information, see Nutrition.
Celebrations & Cultural Learning
Special occasions and cultural celebrations are thoughtfully integrated into learning throughout the year, including:
- Easter
- Chinese New Year
- Cinco de Mayo
- St. Patrick’s Day
- Halloween
- Christmas
- Children’s birthdays and milestones
- Seasonal and awareness days such as Groundhog Day and Earth Day
These moments help children develop cultural awareness, routine, and joy.
Community Involvement & Leadership
The owner of Lilybug Learning has been actively involved in the Port Perry community for over a decade, including:
- Volunteer involvement with Port Perry Minor Softball
- Commitment to the Port Perry Angels softball program
- Former Sunday school teacher with Port Perry United Church
- Participation in community initiatives such as the Easter Bonnet Parade
- Former Sparks leader in Port Perry
Additional specialized training includes coaching education focused on children’s development, including considerations specific to girls in sport.
Full background and professional qualifications are available on the Meet the Staff page.
FAQs
Do you currently have openings?
Availability changes throughout the year. Please contact me to confirm current openings or to join the waitlist.
What makes a home daycare different from a centre?
Home daycare offers smaller group sizes, consistent care, and closer relationships with families.
How do parents stay informed?
Communication is ongoing, collaborative, and individualized.
Do you share learning tips for parents?
Yes — Lilybug shares practical tips and guidance in the Teaching Toolbox.
Contact & Registration
If you’re exploring home daycare options in Port Perry and value personal attention, community involvement, and a nurturing environment, Lilybug Learning would be happy to connect.
