Our Story

Early Beginnings Multicultural Child Development Centre began as the Ottawa Jewish Daycare in 1989. For over 35 years, we've provided positive first learning experiences to hundreds of children in Ottawa's Jewish and broader community.

We maintain the Jewish character of our founding institution by highlighting Jewish culture in daily lessons, celebrating Jewish holidays, and serving kosher food. As a truly multicultural program, we also honor the holidays and traditions important to our diverse student families.

Our Philosophy

Young children learn through action. We create positive environments that exercise and challenge developing minds, helping every child reach their full potential.


Our educators support all aspects of child development, encouraging children to express themselves as individuals while demonstrating respect for others. We focus on total child growth: social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

Our Facilities

Early Beginnings operates four ground-floor classrooms in the building next to the Ottawa Soloway Jewish Community Center, with an administrative office on the second floor.

Key Features:
- Bright, clean, spacious classrooms
- Individual cubbies for each child
- Kid-sized communal dining tables
- Wide hallways displaying children's artwork
- On-site kosher kitchen
- Two completely renovated outdoor playgrounds (2019)
- Brand new play structures with playground turf
- Mud kitchens, sandboxes, and wooden tent
- Accessible, challenging play spaces
- Ample parking behind the center
- Dedicated caretaker maintaining high standards

Playground Renovation: In Spring 2019, both outdoor playgrounds were renovated thanks to substantial grants from the City of Ottawa and Province of Ontario.

Nutritious Meals

Fresh, kosher meals prepared daily in accordance with Canada's Food Guide. All meals are nut-free to ensure safety for children with allergies.

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Community Partnerships

- Soloway Jewish Community Center: Access to gymnasium and swimming pool
- Senior Care Center: Regular visits for older preschool and JK children
- Algonquin College: Field placement site for - Early Childhood Education students
- Community Resources: Connections to Children's Integration Services and Ottawa Children's Treatment Center when needed

Licensing & Accreditation

- Licensed by Ontario Ministry of Education
- Compliant with Child Care and Early Years Act (2014)
- Enrolled in Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program
- Funded by Province of Ontario and City of Ottawa
- Registered charity and non-profit organization