Duntroon Daycare
Duntroon Daycare is a Canadian registered not-for-profit charitable organization (Business Registration Number: 125306712RR0001) providing early childhood education and childcare services. Established in 1990 through the initiative of the Anglican Church of the Redeemer in Duntroon, Ontario, it has operated for over three decades, focusing on rural childcare needs, including infant care, toddler programs, and preschool education[2][3][4].

History
The organization originated when the Anglican Church purchased a former Presbyterian church building in the late 1980s, repurposing it as a community-focused childcare centre. Renovations were jointly funded to accommodate weekday childcare operations and weekend parish activities[2]. Patricia Elson, an early childhood educator, contributed to its foundational planning[2]. By 2023, the daycare opted into Canada’s national $10/day childcare program to improve affordability[2].

Programs and Governance
Licensed for 60 children daily, Duntroon Daycare emphasizes play-based learning to foster intellectual, social, and emotional development[1][2]. A volunteer Board of Directors oversees operations, prioritizing accessibility and quality[2]. The center is recognized for its educator expertise and rural childcare advocacy[2][3].

Philosophy
Its curriculum aligns with the principle that play establishes foundational skills for lifelong learning, emphasizing inclusive, community-oriented care[1][2].

Note: This article synthesizes publicly available details about the organization’s structure, history, and mission.

[1] https://duntroondaycare.com [2] https://duntroondaycare.com/history/ [3] https://my.charitableimpact.com/charities/duntroon-daycare [4] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/duntroon-daycare/125306712RR0001/ [5] https://www.duntrooncommunitycentre.org.au/playschool