The Day Care Society of Banff

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Nurturing Early Education and Child Care in the Heart of Banff

For over 50 years, The Day Care Society of Banff has been a cornerstone of early childhood care and education in our vibrant mountain community. As a non-profit society, we are proud to offer families in Banff high-quality child care that fosters growth, creativity, and fun.

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Nurturing Young Learners in the Heart of Banff

With two locations—Banff Child Care Centre and Puzzles Child Care—our dedicated educators provide a warm, inclusive space where children learn through play and exploration. Since 1975, we’ve offered community-focused care rooted in creativity, respect, and nature, supporting the long-term wellbeing of children, families, and our team. Inspired by Banff National Park, outdoor adventures, and peer connections, we make learning an adventure that builds confidence, curiosity, and joy.

Made up of parents and community members, our Board is dedicated to supporting high-quality child care. They guide our vision, shape our programs, and help make a real difference for children and families in our community.

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Puzzles Child Care provides a cozy, nurturing environment for up to 24 children, with full- and part-time care available. Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., our single classroom ensures each child gets the attention and support they need to explore, play, and grow every day.

Puzzles Child Care

Serving the community since 1975, Banff Child Care Centre offers full-time care for up to 82 children and is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. With six age-based classrooms, we nurture and support children in a play-based environment where they can explore, learn, and grow.

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Meet Our Team

Shane

Chair

Kristen

Vice Chair

Alex

Treasurer

Kate

Secretary

Lauren

Director at large

Caylen

Director at large

Emma

Director at large

Elyse

Director at large

Board of Directors

Elements Child Care Opening in 2026!

We are thrilled to share that The Day Care Society of Banff has officially signed a lease with St. George in the Pines. Through this new partnership, Elements Child Care will open in 2026, creating more much-needed child care spaces for the residents of Banff.

Elements Child Care will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the large hall of 400 Buffalo Street, helping to better meet the needs of working families in our community.

This marks an exciting step forward in supporting local families and strengthening Banff with accessible, high-quality early learning and care.

Please email us directly at director@banffchildcare.org for more information.

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To be considered for future enrolment, please email us directly at director@banffchildcare.org to join our waitlist.

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We acknowledge that our centres are located on traditional Treaty 7 territory, home to the Niitsitapi of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Îyârhe Nakoda nations (Chiniki, Bearspaw, Goodstoney), the Tsuut’ina, and Métis Nations. We also recognize the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Mountain Cree, and Dene peoples, who have traditionally lived, raised families, and gathered in community on these lands.

The Day Care Society of Banff is committed to learning from and honoring the histories of Indigenous peoples in this region. We strive to incorporate this knowledge into our curriculum to share truth and foster reconciliation for future generations.

We acknowledge that our centres are on Treaty 7 territory, home to the Blackfoot Confederacy, Îyârhe Nakoda, Tsuut’ina, and Métis Nations, and recognize the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Mountain Cree, and Dene peoples.

The Day Care Society of Banff is committed to learning from Indigenous histories and incorporating this knowledge into our curriculum to foster truth and reconciliation.