For parents, choosing the right daycare is a decision rooted in trust, care, and the promise of a nurturing environment for their little ones. Amy Sabharwal, founder of Wonder Corner Childcare Center Ltd., Toybox Early Childhood Center Ltd., Growing With Smiles Childhood Center Ltd., and MavenHouse Daycare Centre, understands this responsibility firsthand. With an unwavering commitment to early childhood education and a passion for providing safe, stimulating spaces for children, Amy has built four thriving daycare centers across the Lower Mainland and beyond, each uniquely tailored to meet the needs of young learners.
A Journey Rooted in Passion and Growth
Amy’s journey began with a simple yet powerful goal—to create a space where children could flourish under the care of trained, compassionate educators. In 2005, she took the leap and opened Wonder Corner Childcare Center Ltd. in Surrey, a facility designed to provide infants and toddlers with a nurturing, play-based learning environment. The success of this first endeavor fueled her ambition, leading to the launch of Toybox Early Childhood Center Ltd. in 2007, Growing With Smiles Childhood Center Ltd. in Aldergrove in 2020, and most recently, MavenHouse Daycare Centre in 2025.
With each new center, Amy has expanded her vision, ensuring that every location upholds the highest standards of early childhood education. Today, her network of daycare centers is known for its structured yet flexible approach to learning, commitment to safety, and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of families across different communities.
More Than Just Daycare—A Holistic Learning Experience
What sets Amy’s daycare centers apart is their well-rounded approach to childhood development. Each center is meticulously designed to offer a balanced mix of play-based and structured learning experiences. Understanding that every child is unique, Amy and her team ensure that their programs cater to different learning styles, abilities, and interests.
At Wonder Corner and MavenHouse Daycare Centre, which cater to infants as young as six months up to five years old, the focus is on sensory play, social interaction, and early learning milestones. On the other hand, Toybox Early Childhood Center and Growing With Smiles Childhood Center, which welcome children up to 10-12 years old, integrate academic readiness, creative activities, and social development, preparing kids for the next stages of their educational journey.
One of the defining features of Amy’s approach is her adaptability to different cultural expectations and parenting styles. Many families emphasize early academics; hence, children are introduced to worksheets, phonics, and foundational learning at an early stage. Meanwhile, where a more play-based philosophy is preferred, the curriculum focuses on socialization, exploration, and hands-on activities.
A Commitment to Quality and Excellence
A daycare is only as good as the people who run it, and Amy firmly believes that a strong team is the backbone of a successful childcare center. She puts great effort into hiring and retaining the best staff, ensuring that every educator is not just qualified but also deeply invested in the well-being of the children.
Each daycare under her leadership follows strict licensing regulations, requiring all staff members to have Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification. For centers that cater to infants and toddlers, educators hold Infant and Toddler Diplomas, ensuring they have specialized knowledge in handling younger children. However, qualifications alone aren’t enough—Amy values dedication, enthusiasm, and a natural affinity for working with children.
“We hire individuals who don’t just see this as a job but as a calling,” she shares. “I’ve had to let go of staff members who weren’t putting in their 100%, because at the end of the day, parents are entrusting us with their most precious treasures—their children,” she says.
Amy also emphasizes ongoing staff training to ensure that her team stays updated with the latest childcare methodologies, safety protocols, and emotional development strategies. Security is another top priority, with each daycare equipped with cameras, monthly fire drills, evacuation plans, and rigorous sanitation routines to maintain the highest safety standards.
Advice for Parents: Finding the Right Fit
For parents seeking a daycare, Amy advises doing thorough research rather than simply choosing the closest option.
“Your child’s daycare experience shapes their early development,” she notes. “Always check references, licensing, staff qualifications, and online reviews. Visit the center, observe the environment, and most importantly, see if it feels right for your child.”
Her practical approach to early childhood education has made her daycare centers some of the most trusted establishments in the Lower Mainland and beyond. Whether it’s Wonder Corner, Toybox, Growing With Smiles, or MavenHouse, parents can rest assured that their children are in safe, caring, and highly capable hands.
https://mavenhousechildcare.com/
19310 Fraser Highway, Surrey, British Columbia V3S 6K6
