Finding Childcare Nearby Admist Post-COVID 19

In Malaysia, 2021 started off with a sudden spike of COVID 19 cases and Movement Control Oder (MCO) once again, was implemented. In fact, more and more social gatherings, sporting events, theme parks, and schools close, are leaving mothers to figure out how to balance work and childcare. Parents are constantly wracking their brain trying to figure out ways they will be able to meet the needs of their children. Thoughts spiral in their head about what they are going to do when their child’s school eventually closes, families are quarantined, partner is forced to take unpaid time off, or one of my family members falls ill. 

Well before families found themselves grappling with the unnerving COVID-19 pandemic this year, many childcare centres are doing their part to support families in the post-coronavirus recovery. As families begin to re-enter the workplace after COVID-19, many children will return to their childcare programs. This change may be hard for your child after months of not being at their usual child care. Returning to child care may bring a mix of emotions for everyone or even finding a new childcare nearby.

Guide to Affordable Child Care When Re-entering the Workforce

Many new parents are concerned about childcare expenses when returning to work after having a new baby. Leaving your baby for the first time can be difficult, but finding a loving, qualified provider can ease your anxiety. Unfortunately, many of the best child care providers have long waitlists or come with a hefty price tag — or sometimes both. like the ones faced during the coronavirus crisis, finding child care can be an even more complex topic. However, many are finding their former childcare is no longer available, complicating things even further.

Finding the right child care can be challenging, so we made a list of childcare nearby with the best quality.

Which Childcare Nearby That You Should Be Looking At?

Finding child care amidst the COVID-19 pandemic will be challenging, with reduced child care spots and extended waitlists in most areas. To decide what type of child care will fit your family best, consider the size of the COVID-19 outbreak in your area. Be sure the provider you choose follow the rules and regulations mandated by the Ministry of Health.

• Polka Dot Bear Baby & Child Care Centre

Nurture from cradle to floor, floor to play, play to learning, learning to a completely developed child, Polka Dot Bear Baby is a professional childcare provider linking parental partnership for effective child development from infancy to preschool year. Their focus stretches beyond education to encompass the overall health and wellbeing of every child while promoting and developing a harmonious community through the teaching of high moral values and moulding sound character building.

Address: Casa Tropicana A-0-3A, No. 5 Jalan Persiaran Tropicana, PJU 3, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Tel: +6013-347 1355

Address: Unit G-25, Eco Sky, No. 972, Batu 6 1/2, Jalan Ipoh, 51200,  Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +6017-729 1355

• Little Human Scholars

The Baby Programme at Little Human Scholars was specifically formed for babies aged 8 months to one and a half years old.  Keeping a very small teacher to child ratio (1 teacher per three children), we ensure that your baby will be kept safe and provide a stimulating environment to grow, learn and explore. Their teachers are specially selected for our baby programme, which is full-day daycare for infants, so they can best fill a nurturing role in a home-like environment where they can safely watch, interact with and work with your child’s development. Little Human Scholars is an all-in-one childcare solution.  It is a preschool, playschool, kindergarten, nursery and full day daycare centre (with extended hours) located in the heart of PJ.

Address:
Little Human Scholars 1 – Preschool

No.1, Jalan Bukit 11/2,

46200 Petaling Jaya

Selangor Darul Ehsan

Tel: (603) 79321107

• Stay N Play Childcare Centre

At Stay N Play, they are committed to provide the highest quality care to the children at their service. They are dedicated to focus on each child’s social and psychological development as well as providing the best in early education to children ages 3 months to 4 years old. The centre provides a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the children and is run by a team of healthcare professionals and early childhood educators. They believe that all babies are unique with their own potential and talents waiting to be discovered. They have designed their programs based on latest researches to help the children to unlock, nurture and grow the most important roots of all.

Address:
Level 1, Block 1

Amaya Saujana Condominium,

Persiaran Golf, Seksyen U2,

Shah Alam

03-77344595 / (010)-8887414

• Tree Dolphin Childcare Centre

Tree Dolphin Childcare Centre provides Kindergarten Programme for 3-6 year old (Melaka) & Childcare Centre for 2months-4 year old (Selangor). They provide a holistic childhood education that nurtures the lifelong potential of every child while Instilling positive moral values, encouraging physical fitness and unleashing the creative talents in every child. They aim to inspire proactive attitude and determination in children in a non-threatening manner as well as utilize a thematic approach in project activities by using recycled and self made resources.Last but not least, Tree Dolphin Childcare Centre is where children are exposed to the beauty and wonders of nature and to teach them to take care of our environment.

Address:
No. F-1, 11, Jalan PJU 1a/20d,
Dataran Ara Damansara,
47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Tel:  012-268 9232

•  Cutie Cottage Childcare Centre

Cutie Cottage Childcare Centre was founded by Ms Yew Tian Tian. With a team of nurses, educators and supporters. The centre has a stringent set of requirements for its staff. The nurses have at least Diploma in Nursing and registered with the Lembaga Jururawat Malaysia (LJM) or a diploma in the related medical field. At Cutie Cottage Childcare Centre, they designed the activities based on the England Curriculum, Early Year Foundation Stage that focuses on the 7 areas of learning. They are Montessori-inspired and believe that character should be built from a very young age. The overall curriculum is designed according to the developmental milestones and characteristics of the respective age group.

Address: 
Unit 2A, Terrace Level, Uptown 2, 
Jalan SS21/37, Damansara Uptown,
47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Tel: 017 656 0278