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Our Programs by Age Group

At Braineer Academy, we understand that every stage of early childhood comes with its own unique joys, challenges, and milestones. That’s why our programs are thoughtfully designed by age group — from babies to kindergarteners — to meet children right where they are. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about each program, including daily learning activities, program hours, tuition fees, and closure dates.

Age Group: Baby

6-12 months

What We Offer:

  • Safe, cozy environment with age-appropriate sensory mats, soft toys, and tummy-time areas.

  • Individualized feeding and diapering routines.

  • Gentle, stimulating activities that support motor, sensory, and early brain development.

  • Educators trained in infant brain, emotional, and social development.

  • Close communication with parents to support smooth transitions, routines, and comfort.

What Your Child Will Achieve:

  • Early motor, sensory, and cognitive skills.。

  • Comfort with daily routines, transitions, and caregivers to ease separation anxiety.

  • Foundations of social engagement and attachment.

  • Curiosity and exploration of their environment.

A Typical Day at Braineer Academy:

  • Morning tummy time and sensory exploration.

  • Individual feeding and diapering

  • Short guided sensory and cause-effect games.

  • Nap and gentle movement activities.

  • Music, reading, and storytime to encourage early language and emotional bonding.

Program Fees:

  • Full Time - $326.35 / Part Time - $230

  • Our single monthly rate covers everything your child needs for a comfortable, happy day at Braineer Academy:

    • Diapers, pull-ups, and wipes
      (Brands may include Kirkland Signature or Huggies, based on Costco availability.)

    • Free daily snacks for all toddlers and preschoolers, including 2% milk

  • For infants aged 6–18 months, we follow each family’s preferences regarding home-provided food, diapers, or wipes, ensuring your baby’s routine stays consistent and comfortable.

Program Hours:

Monday to Friday 6 am - 6 pm

Scheduled Closure Dates:

Statutory holidays & Braineer educators' PD days

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Age Group: Infant

12-18 months

What We Offer:

  • Safe, engaging environment with sensory play areas and toddler-safe exploration zones.

  • Support for transitioning from bottle or formula to cup and beginning finger foods.

  • Individualized attention for potty readiness, self-care, and early social skills.

  • Developmentally appropriate art, music, and movement experiences.

  • Strong partnership with families to maintain routines and support emotional well-being.

What Your Child Will Achieve:

  • Early independence in feeding and self-care.

  • Motor skill development: crawling, walking, climbing, and exploring.

  • Early social-emotional skills: parallel play, attachment, and emotional regulation.

  • Curiosity and engagement in structured and unstructured activities.

A Typical Day at Braineer Academy:

  • Morning circle or sensory exploration.

  • Snack or meal with supervised self-feeding.

  • Interactive games and tactile/messy play.

  • Nap/rest period followed by small-group exploration.

  • Music, movement, and language-rich storytime.

Program Fees:

  • Full Time - $326.35 / Part Time - $230

  • Our single monthly rate covers everything your child needs for a comfortable, happy day at Braineer Academy:

    • Diapers, pull-ups, and wipes
      (Brands may include Kirkland Signature or Huggies, based on Costco availability.)

    • Free daily snacks for all toddlers and preschoolers, including 2% milk

  • For infants aged 6–18 months, we follow each family’s preferences regarding home-provided food, diapers, or wipes, ensuring your baby’s routine stays consistent and comfortable.

Program Hours:

Monday to Friday 6 am - 6 pm

Scheduled Closure Dates:

Statutory holidays & Braineer educators' PD days

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Age Group: Toddler

19-36 months

What We Offer:

  • Safe, stimulating toddler environment with sensory and gross motor areas.

  • Structured activities supporting problem-solving, creativity, and early cognitive skills

  • Individualized support for potty training and self-care.

  • Opportunities for language, music, and movement experiences.

  • Consistent routines that nurture independence, social skils, and self-regulation.

What Your Child Will Achieve:

  • Early cognitive, motor, and communication skill development.。

  • Growing independence in self-care, including potty training.

  • Social-emotional growth through parallel and small-group play.

  • Creative exploration through sensory, art, and music activities,

  • Emerging curiosity about the world around them.

A Typical Day at Braineer Academy:

  • Circle time and storytelling.

  • Sensory or messy play (water, sand, or art).

  • Snack time with social routines.

  • Gross motor play indoors or outdoors.

  • Nap/rest period, followed by small-group explorations.

Program Fees:

  • Full Time - $326.35 / Part Time - $230

  • Our single monthly rate covers everything your child needs for a comfortable, happy day at Braineer Academy:

    • Diapers, pull-ups, and wipes
      (Brands may include Kirkland Signature or Huggies, based on Costco availability.)

    • Free daily snacks for all toddlers and preschoolers, including 2% milk

Program Hours:

Monday to Friday 6 am - 6 pm

Scheduled Closure Dates:

Statutory holidays & Braineer educators' PD days

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Age Group: Preschool & K

3-6 years

What We Offer:

  • Play-based classrooms with literacy, numeracy, STEM, and executive function activities.

  • Opportunities for group projects, creative arts, and dramatic play.

  • Outdoor play areas designed for gross motor development and exploration.

  • Individualized support for social skills, self-regulation, and school readiness

  • Experienced educators guiding learning using Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Alberta FlightFramework principles.

What Your Child Will Achieve:

  • Strong literacy and numeracy foundations.

  • Advanced social skills: communication, cooperation, conflict resolution, and empathy.

  • Creative expression through art, music, movement, drama, and building play.

  • Confidence,independence, and readiness for school transitions.

  • Curiosity and positive learning habits to support continued growth.

A Typical Day at Braineer Academy:

  • Morning circle: calendar, weather, and discussion.

  • "Smart Start" learning activities: literacy, numeracy, and STEM exploration

  • Creative project-based learning: art, science, or building challenges.

  • Outdoor play and physical activities

  • Snack,rest, and small-group learning rotations

Program Fees:

  • Full Time - $326.35 / Part Time - $230

  • Our single monthly rate covers everything your child needs for a comfortable, happy day at Braineer Academy:

    • Diapers, pull-ups, and wipes
      (Brands may include Kirkland Signature or Huggies, based on Costco availability.)

    • Free daily snacks for all toddlers and preschoolers, including 2% milk

Program Hours:

Monday to Friday 6 am - 6 pm

Scheduled Closure Dates:

Statutory holidays & Braineer educators' PD days

Preschool -4.HEIC

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Braineer Academy Strathmore

(a non-profit daycare centre)

The Brain Building Pioneer

(403) 983-9666

info@BraineerAcademyStrathmore.com

135 3rd Ave

Strathmore, AB, Canada

We are happy to learn and play on the land of the Blackfoot, Tsuut’ina, and Stoney Nakoda people, and the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. They have cared for this land for a very long time, and we say thank you for letting us share it today.

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