What Is Rainforest Learning Centre?

Updated

Rainforest Learning Centre is a licensed daycare and preschool provider in Metro Vancouver with three locations: North Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Langley. It offers half-day preschool, pre-K daycare, infant and toddler daycare (Coquitlam), and before and after school care. If you are looking for child care in these areas, the centre is currently accepting applications, with waitlists open at all three sites.

Programs by Location

Location Address / Landmark Programs Offered Application Status
North Vancouver At Queensbury Elementary, off Hwy 1, 23rd St Exit Half-day preschool, pre-K daycare, before and after school care Spots available; waitlist open
Coquitlam Near Burnaby at Lougheed Hwy & North Rd Infant daycare, toddler daycare, pre-K daycare Waitlist open
Langley At Blacklock Elementary School, off Fraser Hwy at 206 St. Pre-K daycare, before and after school care Waitlist open

Note that infant and toddler daycare is only listed for Coquitlam. North Vancouver and Langley focus on preschool-age and school-age care.

What Makes the Curriculum Different

The centre describes its approach as a balance between structured learning and free play:

  • Structured curriculum plus free play. Each day is designed so children have a "takeaway," while still leaving room for emergent curriculum and classroom exploration.
  • Small, creative spaces. Each centre is tailored to preschool learning and play, with hand-made furniture and nature-inspired decor.
  • Individualized attention. The stated goal is that no child is ignored or "lost in the crowd," even if that means adjusting the schedule around one child's interests for the group to share.
  • Social development. Beyond kindergarten readiness, children practice peer respect and how group settings work.
  • Parent involvement. Parents are welcome to join activities, and the centre holds family and community events through the year.
  • Social responsibility. Children learn recycling and environmental care as part of the program.

Who This Suits

This provider fits families in North Vancouver, Coquitlam, or Langley who want a licensed preschool or daycare with a mix of structured teaching and play-based exploration, and who value being able to participate in their child's day. Families needing infant or toddler care should look specifically at the Coquitlam location, since that age range is not listed for the other two sites.

How to Apply

  1. Go to rainforestlearningcentre.ca.
  2. Choose the location closest to you (North Vancouver, Coquitlam, or Langley).
  3. Select "Apply now" for that centre.
  4. Submit an application; if the location shows a waitlist, you will be added to it.

Because spots are described as limited and waitlists are open, applying early is the practical step if you need care for a specific start date. The site does not publish tuition or fee information, so contact the centre directly for pricing and availability questions.