Ampersand
This centre is located within the heart of Calgary’s downtown core within the Ampersand building, which consists of an extensive ground floor and +15 level office renovation space.
Wee Wild Ones Ampersand opened its doors in May 2024! Our Ampersand location is currently accepting applicants onto our waitlist.
- Non-toxic eco-friendly resources
- Fresh, filtered water available
- Maximum natural light
- No single-use serve-ware or paper towels
- Cleanliness & hygiene prioritised
- High-quality childcare
- Vegetarian meals served in our facility
- Activities and toys emphasize long-term use and natural materials
Our Programs
Our centres offers 3 programs for children ages 6 months to 6 years of age.
Childcare
Of the Wild Preschool
Wilder-Garten
Pricing
We offer flexible pricing with short-week and full-week options.
Starting April 1, 2025, the Government of Alberta is implementing a standardized child care fee of $15 per day for full-time licensed early learning and care programs for children up to kindergarten age. Families with children enrolled in full-time licensed daycare facilities and family day home programs will pay a flat fee of $326.25 per month, equating to approximately $15 per day.
Choose Ampersand Childcare | 4 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child aged 6 months to 3 years.
- Require part-time care, 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday).
- Want flexibility in your childcare routine due to a changing work schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals.
- Cloth diapering services provided in-house
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Ampersand Childcare | 5 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child aged 6 months to 3 years.
- Require full-time care, 5 days per week (Monday-Friday).
- Want a consistent childcare routine to fit within your set schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals
- Cloth diapering services provided in-house
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Ampersand Preschool | 4 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child ages 2.5 to 5 years.
- Require part-time care, 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday).
- Want flexibility in your childcare routine due to a changing work schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals.
- Cloth diapering services provided in-house
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Ampersand Preschool | 5 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child aged 2.5 to 5 years.
- Require full-time care, 5 days per week (Monday-Friday).
- Want a consistent childcare routine to fit within your set schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals
- Cloth diapering services provided in-house
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Ampersand Wilder-Garten (Kindergarten) | 4 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child aged 5 to 6 years.
- Require part-time care, 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday).
- Want flexibility in your childcare routine due to a changing work schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals.
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
Choose Ampersand Wilder-Garten (Kindergarten) | 5 Day if you:
- Need accommodations for your child aged 5 to 6 years.
- Require full-time care, 5 days per week (Monday-Friday).
- Want a consistent childcare routine to fit within your set schedule.
Key features:
- Nature based programming based on child-led inquiry
- Care for your child Monday-Friday excluding holidays
- In-house nutritious vegetarian meals.
- Outdoor space to play and learn
- Transportation and field trips for additional fee
FAQ’s
Below are answers to frequently asked questions regarding enrollment and tuition at our centre.
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Our Ampersand location is currently accepting applicants onto our waitlist.
