FAQs

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Please find FAQs below

If your question isn’t answered here, feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to help.

  • The Reggio Emilia Approach® is an internationally recognized and acclaimed approach to early childhood education. It’s student-led and inquiry-based, and treats kids as active constructors rather than passive participants in learning. Best of all, it meets critical development needs while making learning fun, motivating, and accessible to all. Learn more.

  • We provide care and education for children from infancy to school age (0 months to 12 years of age), with programs designed to support their developmental stages. See our programs.

  • 525 11 Avenue SW, 2nd Floor, Calgary, AB T2R 0C9

    Book a centre tour

  • To book a tour of the centre, simply schedule online. You can also call us at 825-935-7222 or email us at info@piccolikids.ca. We’d be happy to show you around and answer any questions!

  • Piccoli is open Monday to Friday from 7 AM to 6 PM. Enroll now.

  • Piccoli is closed on the weekends. We are also closed on statutory holidays and one annual Professional Development day. A list of specific closure dates is provided to families upon registration. Reminders of our closure dates are sent out periodically throughout the year.

  • Tuition

    We are fully funded by the Government of Alberta and follow the flat monthly parent fee of $326.25 / month per child for full-time care.

    Optional Meal Program

    • $350 / month per child

    • Includes a healthy AM snack, lunch, and PM snack daily

    Further details on deposits and other fees will be provided during the enrolment process.

  • We’re opening in Calgary’s Beltline soon! Enroll now.

    When we open:

    To begin the enrollment process, please fill out our online registration form or contact us to schedule a tour.

    Upon registration, a non-refundable administrative fee of $200 is due and payable for each child that is registered.

    To enroll your child in a program at Piccoli, you will be required to pay a deposit of $325 per child. This deposit is refundable as long as a parent gives a 30 day written notice of withdrawal from the Piccoli program. The deposit is refunded as a credit towards your final month of child care fees.

    Once the registration fee and deposit are paid, and the confirmed start date is set, the child is considered registered. The day your child(ren) starts attending Piccoli, your child will be considered enrolled.

  • Yes, we maintain a waitlist for families when spaces are full. You can join the waitlist by submitting an application, and we will notify you when a spot becomes available.

  • Yes. Part-time care availability varies based on enrollment. Please contact us to see if we can accommodate your part-time care needs.

  • Yes, we partner with Shae Foods to provide nutritious meals and snacks made with fresh, wholesome ingredients. We accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies—please let us know of any specific needs.

  • Piccoli is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming space for all families. We take pride in being a centre that is intentionally designed with sensory-friendly spaces to support every child, including those who are neurodivergent. We are also proudly partnered with Children’s Developmental Services for in centre support.

  • We believe in strong parent partnerships. We provide regular updates through our parent portal, newsletters, and in-person check-ins. You can also schedule meetings with educators as needed.

  • To maintain a healthy environment, we ask that children stay home if they have a fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or other contagious illnesses. Children may return after being symptom-free for 24 hours without medication.

  • Each day is child centred and focuses on open-ended exploration. Children engage in art, sensory play, nature exploration, group discussions, and more. Outdoor play and rest times are also incorporated into the schedule (weather permitting). Please find daily schedule here.

  • We recommend bringing:

    • A change of clothes. If your child is in the process of toilet learning, make sure to send enough changes of clothes for any accidents your child might have.

    • Diapers, wipes, pull-ups, diaper cream, etc. (if your child requires them).

    • Closed toe indoor shoes to wear at the centre.

    • A water bottle

    • Weather-appropriate outdoor gear

    • Any required comfort items (e.g., blanket, pacifier) to assist your child during naptime.

  • Safety is our top priority. Our facility has secure entry points, and our staff is trained in first aid and emergency procedures. We maintain low child-to-educator ratios to ensure close supervision. Please contact us to schedule a tour.

  • Please contact us and we’ll gladly help you find the answer to your question.

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