Education Fund

Hornby Island Daycare Education Fund

At The Hornby Island Daycare, we believe that investing in our educators is one of the most important ways we can invest in our children and the future of our community. That's why we've created the Hornby Island Daycare Education Fund.

This fund will help us continue providing a high standard of care for the children and families of Hornby Island by supporting the ongoing education and professional development of our team. Donations will help existing staff continue their education, supporting staff as they work toward their Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certification, and provide professional development opportunities that strengthen the skills and knowledge of our entire team.

Why is this fund needed?

Licensing requires us to have a set number of fully trained Early Childhood Educators in every program. Without fully trained staff we are not able to meet the needs of our working families. 

However, becoming a certified Early Childhood Educator requires significant unpaid practicum hours, creating a financial barrier for many people who would otherwise pursue certification. This is especially true for those already working in childcare or with young families.

Our goal is to help ease the financial barrier so that more people can enter the profession, existing educators can continue to grow, and our daycare can build and retain a strong, qualified team.

More than a donation, this is an investment in our community.

By contributing to the Hornby Island Daycare Education Fund, you are helping create opportunities for current and future educators, strengthening the quality and continuity of childcare on Hornby Island, and supporting the families who depend on it.

This initiative reflects one of our core organizational values Continued Growth, which is reflected in being an exemplary employer. We value our educators as professionals and leaders in the field. We support ongoing professional growth, foster collaboration, and work to be exemplary employers while contributing to the wider early childhood education community.

Thank you for your support!