Cheerful Minds Childcare
Spaces available
30 months – 5 years
Reported by the daycare to its licensing program · Updated June 15, 2026. Confirm directly before applying.
Cheerful Minds Childcare is a licensed family daycare in Nanaimo, BC serving children infants through age 12. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently reports available spaces for 30 months to 5 years.
Programs & services
Age groups served
Under 36 months, 30 months to 5 years, Out-of-school kindergarten, Grade 1 to age 12
Operating hours
Weekdays
ECE certified
Staff hold Early Childhood Education certification
Other Languages
ELF programming
Early Learning Framework programming offered
Meals provided
Not offered
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 15, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
1 finding recorded across 6 inspections since 2023. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.
April 21, 2026RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 9, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 3, 2025RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 3, 2024RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 15, 2023Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMarch 30, 2023Routine1 item noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing reviewed five of eight children's records. One children's record did not have an emergency contact listed.
Corrective action. Ensure that, for each child, there is the name and telephone number of an emergency contact.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
Inspection data from Island Health, last synced July 7, 2026.
Fees & funding
CCFRI participant
This facility participates in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which reduces parent fees.
Contact this facility directly for current fee information and waitlist availability.
Frequently asked questions
Is this daycare licensed?
Yes. Cheerful Minds Childcare is licensed by VIHA under license number 276144.
What ages does this daycare accept?
Cheerful Minds Childcare serves children infants through age 12. Reported age groups served include under 36 months, 30 months to 5 years, and grade 1 to age 12.
Does this daycare offer infant care?
Yes. Cheerful Minds Childcare is reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Cheerful Minds Childcare is an authorized participant in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), which lowers monthly fees for eligible families.
When was availability last updated?
The facility's vacancy information was last reported on June 15, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Cheerful Minds Childcare's inspection history is published on this page, each linked to its official report from the regulating health authority. The most recent inspection on record is April 21, 2026.
Is this your daycare? Claim it on Little Scout
Operated by
Gyongyver Dora Jakab
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
More child care near Nanaimo
See all facilitiesHidamari Exploration Studio & Child Care
Licensed GroupEncompass Language And Learning Centre
Licensed GroupBig Adventures Childcare
Licensed GroupKidz Kompany - Randerson Ridge
Licensed GroupPleasant Valley Before And After School Care
Licensed GroupKidz Kompany - Pleasant Valley
Licensed GroupSweet Peas Infant & Toddler Centre
Licensed GroupRanderson Ridge Before And After School Care
Licensed GroupKinder Care Family Daycare
Licensed FamilyTiger Ma - Baby Fox
Licensed Family