Playbox Childcare Centre
Children laughing as they run an obstacle course in Playbox's 10,000 sq ft gymnasium

Room to grow. Literally.

Playbox is Cloverdale's licensed childcare centre with something no one else has: a 10,000 sq ft gym your child gets to use every single day. Infant, toddler and childcare programs led by certified ECEs.

Tours take 20 minutes. We'll call you within 24 hours to schedule.

81 licensed spaces

10,000 sq ft gym

4.9★ on Google

Certified ECE educators

Most centres squeeze kids into small classrooms. We built the opposite.

Every day at Playbox includes time in our 10,000 square foot gymnasium: running, climbing, kicking, throwing, dancing. Movement isn't a break from learning here. It's how children learn. Add bright classrooms, a play-based curriculum and educators who know every child by name, and you get childcare that children actually ask to come back to.

Educator leading circle time with children at Playbox

Move. Discover. Belong.

Move

Daily physical literacy in the gym: coordination, confidence and healthy habits that stick for life.

Discover

Play-based learning: letters, numbers, shapes, art, music and science. Explored, not drilled.

Belong

Small-centre warmth. One location, one tight team, and a director who knows every family.

Children playing a hoop obstacle course with an educator in the Playbox gym

The 10,000 sq ft difference.

Rain or shine, every Playbox child gets daily time in a full-size gymnasium: soccer, floor hockey, obstacle courses, dance, or just gloriously running it out. It's the reason kids sleep well on Playbox days, and the reason parents tell their friends about us.

What Playbox families say

Jason Yang
★★★★★
This was our first time putting our child in daycare, and Ms. Shalu, Ms. Kuljit, and all the other teachers made it feel like we have left our baby in very, very capable hands. Teachers were always super happy to see our child, and our child was very happy to see the teachers. Nothing more needs to be said.
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Anusha Iyer
★★★★★
Our son has been at Playbox for almost a year now. It's a wonderful home away from home for him. His teachers are empathetic, patient, and kind always prioritizing his well being. His development escalated quickly after he started at the daycare; their play based learning styles are enjoyable for him as well. We highly recommend this place as a solid daycare option for your children.
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Jennifer He
★★★★★
We are so happy with this daycare! The teachers are very caring and responsive, and they always make us feel comfortable leaving our child in their care. Communication is excellent through the Brightwheel app. We receive daily updates about our child's activities, naps, and how much they ate at breakfast and lunch. The daycare also does a great job creating a sense of community. Parents and teachers come together for fun events like the summer BBQ party, which really makes us feel connected. The hours (7 am to 6 pm) are so helpful for working parents. Another highlight is the indoor gym, which is a lifesaver on rainy winter days, ensuring the kids can still be active and have fun.
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Vinh Pham
★★★★★
The staff at Playbox are exceptional. They treated our daughter, who just graduated and went into kindergarten, with such kindness and genuine love. We cannot express enough how grateful we are for the incredible care and attention our daughter received during her time at Playbox! We had visited a number of daycares before selecting Playbox and we couldn't be happier. We also love the daily updates and pictures that they share in the phone app! One of the biggest benefits is the massive gymnasium attached to the daycare. On rainy days, the kids get access to the gym to play fun games and burn off some energy. We can't recommend Playbox enough and are so grateful to be part of its daycare family!
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Melyssa Dumond
★★★★★
We have had such a great experience at Playbox and will truly miss it! The staff are incredibly kind, caring, and welcoming, and it always felt good knowing our kids were in such loving hands. We're so grateful for all the care, patience, and smiles they've given our family. Thank you Shalu and all the Playbox teachers, for being such a special part of our journey, you'll always hold a place in our hearts!
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Alyssa Webber
★★★★★
Highly recommend Playbox! My son has been attending since around when they first opened. The owner and management have a talent for hiring amazing staff. The staff are really what sets them apart. They all care so much about the kids it's truly heartwarming, my son is genuinely sad when I tell him it's not a school day. You also get frequent updates throughout the day with photos and notes as needed, with the ability to reach them through chat. It's reassuring to new moms who are apprehensive about leaving their children with someone.
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4.9 out of 5 from 30 Google reviews

Childcare costs less than you think.

Playbox participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), and the discount is applied automatically to your monthly fee. Many families also qualify for the Affordable Child Care Benefit on top. We'll walk you through exactly what you'd pay at your tour.

From tour to first day

  1. 1

    Book a tour

    20 minutes, kids welcome.

  2. 2

    Pick your start date

    We hold your spot with a $150 registration fee.

  3. 3

    Complete registration online

    Forms take ~10 minutes.

  4. 4

    First day!

    And daily updates through Brightwheel.

Come see the gym for yourself.

Spots are limited by licence: 81 children, never more.

Call (604) 754-3799