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Daycare Openings in Nelson
Browse all licensed daycares in Nelson with current openings. Results are sorted by most recently updated vacancy information.
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Pip Squeaks Playhouse
1602 Vancouver St
, Nelson, BC V1L 1E6
Updated 2026-03-23
30-60 months
Contact, Pip Squeaks Playhouse
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2026-03-23 | 30-60 months | ||
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Little Kootenay Sprouts Daycare
5.0
(2 reviews)
1721 Creek St
, Nelson, BC V1L 1M8
Updated 2026-03-19
30-60 months
Grade 1 to Age 12
Contact, Little Kootenay Sprouts Daycare
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2026-03-19 | 30-60 months Grade 1 to Age 12 | ||
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Maggie's Multi-Age Day Home Ltd
212 Hart St
, Nelson, BC V1L 5N2
Updated 2026-03-17
30-60 months
Contact, Maggie's Multi-Age Day Home Ltd
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2026-03-17 | 30-60 months | ||
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Nelson Community Preschool
570 Johnstone Rd
, Nelson, BC V1L 6J2
Updated 2026-02-12
30-60 months
Contact, Nelson Community Preschool
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2026-02-12 | 30-60 months | ||
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Cornerstone Children's Centre
310 Nelson Ave
, Nelson, BC V1L 2M8
Updated 2026-02-10
Grade 1 to Age 12
Contact, Cornerstone Children's Centre
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2026-02-10 | Grade 1 to Age 12 | ||
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The Storyhouse
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2025-12-31 | 30-60 months |
Frequently Asked Questions About Daycares in Nelson
How long are daycare waitlists in Nelson?
Waitlist times vary by age group and daycare. Infant spots (0-36 months) typically have the longest waits, often 12-18 months. Toddler and preschool spots may have shorter waits of 3-6 months. We recommend joining waitlists as early as possible, ideally during pregnancy.
When should I join a daycare waitlist in Nelson?
It's best to join daycare waitlists as soon as possible, ideally during pregnancy or shortly after your child is born. Peak enrollment times are in September, so joining waitlists 12-18 months in advance is recommended for infant care.
How do I know if a daycare has current openings in Nelson?
Daycares in BC report their vacancy information to the province periodically. On Wee Queue, we display this data with vacancy indicators showing availability by age group (Under 36 months, 30-60 months, and Grade 1-Age 12). Each listing shows when the vacancy information was last updated by the daycare, and you can join waitlists directly through the platform.
What types of daycare licenses are available in Nelson?
BC has several types of licensed child care. The two main types you'll find on Wee Queue are Licensed Group child care (larger centers) and Licensed Family child care (home-based care with smaller groups). Both must meet BC's health, safety, and program quality standards.