Smart Start Learning Centre & Childcare, Williamson

Childcare Information

Full Address

201 Williamson Drive W, Unit 1-3, Ajax, ON, L1T 0J8

Postal Code

L1T 0J8

Phone

(905) 424-7762

Website

Visit website

Hours

6:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Ages Served

Infant, School Age, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten

Childcare Type

Childcare Centre

Licensed Status

Licensed

CWELCC

Yes

Fee Subsidy

Yes

Operator Type

For-profit

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible Inside and Outside

Parking

Parking On site, designated handicapped

Last Verified Date

Not yet verified

Review text and ratings are from Google. We do not invent or scrape them.

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  keerthy joseph

  5/5 · 3 weeks ago · Posted on Google

  My two children, ages 1 and 3, attended Smart Start Learning Center, and it was truly an amazing experience from start to finish. The teachers are incredibly kind, patient, and attentive, and it was clear they genuinely cared about each child's wellbeing and development. Even with my youngest being just 1 year old, I always felt confident and at ease knowing he was in such loving hands. The staff took the time to communicate with us regularly and made both of my kids feel safe, comfortable, and happy every day. I'm so grateful we found this center, and I'd highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing and reliable place for their little ones.

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  Farisha Mohamad

  5/5 · 10 months ago · Posted on Google

  My daughter started here on October 1st, transition has been challenging however the teachers and the supervisors have been amazing throughout. The patience and dedication they have with the children is admirable. Strongly recommend this facility.

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  Soriyya Bawa

  5/5 · 5 years ago · Posted on Google

  We couldn't be happier with our experience at Smart Start - Williamson! We currently have two kids at the centre and they both started in the infant room. Our older one has continued till preschool and it was a no-brainer to enroll our daughter as well despite having moved 25 minutes away. The drive is totally worth it! Both kids are incredibly happy when they come home and the development we've seen with both of them is unbelievable. All of the teachers have been amazing and you can clearly see how much they love what they do. We would highly recommend Smart Start to any parents looking for a warm, welcoming, nurturing environment for their little ones.

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  Chantel Dennis-Persaud

  1/5 · a year ago · Posted on Google

  It pains me to even have to write this, but I cannot let this go unsaid. On Friday, October 25, I brought my 2.5 year old son to tour some childcare centres/schools. One being Smart Start in Ajax, the one on Williamson Drive. Prior to our visit, the supervisor emailed me telling me the price, the date that they have a space available, and times for a tour. Great! When we went. She was greeted us, and took us to the room that the would potentially be my son’s. What I saw was great, I won’t lie. 2 staff interacting with the toddlers, centres, engaged kiddos! Loved it! After our tour, we went to her office to talk, and that is when her bias, racism, and stereotyping was revealed. The whole conversation was guided around subsidy, which I did find odd since I confirmed the tour after she told me the price which was not an issue. But then she said it… “we do prioritize families in need, so have your subsidy people contact me…” I honestly tuned out after that because I honestly could not believe what I just heard. We had ZERO discussion about finances, yet here she was making an assumption, a false one, and having that guided her whole conversation with me. A few hours later, after I shared my experience with my relatives, which all are extremely upset, I received an email from her as a “follow up” to see if we were interested. I declined, and told her no since she kept bringing up subsidy, which we do not need, therefore I rather leave that spot for someone in need. She sent another email stating “we do not go by subsidy as it depends on parents whoever is applying to the government, not to the day care. Subsidy is not given by the childcare provider. “ … So then why was I told in her office to have my subsidy people contact her? Because she ASSUMED. She saw a BLACK mother, and ASSUMED. Ms.Ismat, I am not the one. I did not respond to that last email because my email before that clearly went over your head. So let me clarify via google review: Your blatant racism is the reason I will NEVER let my child be in a childcare centre under your supervision. If you felt the need to see me and think “oh subsidy family/government aid family” or whatever else you envisioned when you saw a Black woman walk through your door, I can only imagine the things you say and how you treat the ones already in your care. If you took the time to get to know me instead of creating a story in your head, you would’ve found out I am a teacher for ddsb, I have 3 degrees to my name, I am married, and I LOVE teaching anti-racism and social justice which I have shared many resources and collaborated with our son’s current child care provider. So thank you for your follow up, please take this as your feedback.

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  Sameer Harji

  5/5 · 7 years ago · Posted on Google

  We have 2 children attending Smart Start, we are very happy with the service and care they provide! We did a lot of research of local daycares and learning centres and Smart Start won us over instantly! The staff is an amazing group, very caring, always involved, looking out for the children's best interest and a very diverse group! The manager and owner are also involved in child care, I see them taking care and playing with kids on many occasions. One of the reasons we chose Smart Start is because of the fresh in house meals! Ms. Joan is an amazing cook, even our pickiest eater loves the food she makes. We are so grateful for being apart of this learning centre. I would definitely recommend Smart start without hesitation!