October 2026 Newsletter 🎃
Welcome to October!
Fall has arrived at Guildford Childcare Centre, and we are excited for a month filled with colourful leaves, seasonal activities, learning, creativity, and lots of fun!
We are also happy to welcome all of our new families to Guildford Childcare Centre. We look forward to getting to know your children and sharing many wonderful learning experiences together. 🧡
🍁 DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL
Our October Learning Themes
This month, our daycare and preschool children will explore:
🍂 Fall
🦃 Thanksgiving
Our learning focus will include:
🔤 Letters: A & B
🔢 Numbers: 0 & 1
🟠 Colour of the Month: Orange
🔊 Opposites: Loud & Quiet
The children will explore these concepts through stories, songs, art, sensory experiences, music and movement, outdoor play, and hands-on activities.
🎨 Fall Activities
Children will have opportunities to create beautiful fall-inspired artwork, including:
🍁 Leaf collages
🎨 Hand painting
🍂 Leaf stamping
We will also enjoy outdoor adventures and nature walks while exploring the beautiful colours and changes that come with the fall season.
🎒 OUT-OF-SCHOOL CARE
Our OOSC program has an exciting schedule planned for October!
Weekly Activities
🎲 Monday – Structured Play
Opportunities for children to enjoy games and activities that encourage cooperation and creativity.
🔬 Tuesday – Science & Math Madness
Fun hands-on activities that encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and exploration.
🍪 Wednesday – Bingo & Baking
A fun combination of group games and hands-on baking activities.
🎨 Thursday – Art Day
Creative projects that allow children to explore different materials and artistic ideas.
🎬 Friday – Movie & Treat Day
A relaxing and fun way to finish the school week!
🍎 OOSC Snack Reminder
Please make sure your child brings a sufficient and healthy afternoon snack.
🚫 Please remember that Guildford Childcare Centre is a nut-free environment. No nuts, please.
🎵 MUSIC & MOVEMENT
Our music and movement activities will focus on songs that include actions and movements. These experiences help children develop rhythm, coordination, listening skills, body awareness, and confidence while having fun!
📚 STORYTIME SPOTLIGHT
This month, we will enjoy stories related to fall and Thanksgiving, including:
📖 I Am Thankful by Shen Wall
📖 We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
Storytime provides opportunities for children to build language skills, imagination, listening skills, and a love of books.
🍁 OCTOBER SPECIAL DAYS
🎉 October 1 – Crazy Hair Day
Let’s have some fun with our hairstyles!
Children are invited to express their creativity by coming to daycare with a fun, silly, or different hairstyle. 💇♀️🎀
👩🏫 October 5 – World Teachers’ Day
We would like to take a moment to recognize and appreciate teachers and educators around the world.
Thank you to all educators for the care, patience, and dedication you give to children every day! ❤️
🦃 Thanksgiving
Monday, October 12, 2026
Guildford Childcare Centre will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving Day.
We wish all of our Guildford families a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with family, gratitude, and special memories! 🧡
📌 IMPORTANT PARENT REMINDERS
💰 Monthly Fees
Monthly childcare fees are due by Wednesday, September 30, 2026 for October care.
Please make payments on time to avoid payment notices or penalties.
💳 Subsidy Renewals
If you receive childcare subsidy support, please make sure your subsidy is renewed on time and that all required information is kept up to date.
⏰ Drop-Off Cut-Off
Our daycare drop-off cut-off time is:
9:00 AM
Please ensure your child arrives before the cut-off time. Late arrivals beyond this time may not be accepted.
👕 Extra Clothes & Indoor Shoes
Please make sure your child has:
- Extra weather-appropriate clothing
- Indoor shoes
- Clothing suitable for outdoor play
As the weather changes quickly during fall, having extra clothing available helps keep children comfortable throughout the day.
⏰ Late Pick-Up
Our regular closing time is 5:30 PM.
A $1 per minute late fee will apply after 5:30 PM.
We appreciate families making every effort to pick up their children on time.
🎄 LOOKING AHEAD: DECEMBER HOLIDAY HOURS
Please take note of our upcoming holiday schedule:
- December 24, 2026: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- December 25, 2026: CLOSED – Christmas Day
- December 28, 2026: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- December 29, 2026: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- December 30, 2026: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- December 31, 2026: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- January 1, 2027: CLOSED – New Year’s Day
🧡 THANK YOU, GUILDFORD FAMILIES!
Thank you for trusting Guildford Childcare Centre with your little ones. We are grateful to be part of your children’s growth, development, learning, and everyday adventures.
We are looking forward to a wonderful October filled with fall colours, creativity, music, stories, outdoor adventures, friendship, and lots of learning! 🍂📚🎨
If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us.
📞 604-589-5437
Happy Fall, Guildford Families! 🍁🧡