Find daycares in Fort Nelson.
Fort Nelson has 8 licensed childcare facilities listed on Little Scout, including 6 licensed group centres and 2 licensed family child care homes. With a smaller pool of options than larger BC cities, it pays to apply early and cast a wide net. Right now, 1 currently reports an open space, so checking back regularly can make a real difference.
8 licensed daycares in Fort Nelson
Data from the BC Childcare Facilities registry, refreshed daily.
- Licensed Group
- 6
- Family Child Care
- 2
- With vacancies
- 1 (13%)
Age groups served
Frequently asked questions
How many licensed daycares are there in Fort Nelson?
Little Scout lists 8 licensed childcare facilities in Fort Nelson. That includes 6 licensed group child care centres and 2 licensed family child care homes.
What is the difference between a group centre and a family child care home in Fort Nelson?
Licensed group child care centres are based in a dedicated facility and can serve more children across different age bands. Licensed family child care is run in the provider's own home and is capped at 7 children. Fort Nelson has 6 of the former and 2 of the latter.
When should I start looking for childcare in Fort Nelson?
BC advises starting your search during pregnancy, ideally in the first trimester. With only 8 licensed facilities in Fort Nelson, spaces are limited and demand can outpace supply quickly. Since BC banned waitlist fees in April 2024, there is no cost to applying to multiple providers at once.
Are there subsidies or fee reductions available at Fort Nelson daycares?
Yes. About 94% of BC licensed providers participate in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which automatically lowers fees without any parent application. Eligible families can also apply for the Affordable Child Care Benefit if household income is under roughly $111,000 per year, and some centres may participate in the $10-a-Day ChildCareBC program, capping full-time fees at $200 per month.
All facilities
Chalo School K4
Licensed Group — 4021 Fontas Drive, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
Deh Zona Day Care Centre
Licensed Group — Chalo Road 4005, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
Early Learning and Care
Licensed Group — 5246 - 45 Street, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
Fort Nelson Playschool
Licensed Group — 5319 50 Avenue, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
GW Carlson Clubhouse
Licensed Group — 5617 51 Street, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
Myra's Daycare
Licensed Family — 4449 Heritage Cres
Northern Rockies Clubhouse
Licensed Group — 4200 45 Street, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
Rose's Daycare
Licensed Family — 5205 45 St
Vacancy