Welcome to Mindful Steps Childcare

Where little minds grow & hearts thrive.

A warm, nurturing home daycare in Oakville, ON where children feel safe, loved, and inspired to grow — through play, kindness, and a gentle daily rhythm.

6 spaces open for September 2026. Fees and openings are confirmed at your tour.

A watercolour cottage with a garden, teddy bear, and toy blocks out front

Max 6 childrenIn care at any one time
Registered ECECPR & First Aid certified
Ages 9 months to 4 yearsWarm, home-like care
7:30 AM – 5:30 PMMonday – Friday

A playroom with a reading teepee, cushions, and shelves of toys and books

Welcome to

A Home Away From Home

Our home daycare is built on love, trust, and connection. We believe every child deserves a safe space to explore, learn, and be themselves. Through play, kindness, and routine, we help children build strong foundations for life — one little moment at a time.

More about us

Loving Care

Every child is cherished and supported in a warm environment where they feel safe, valued, and understood.

Play-Based Learning

Hands-on activities spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence through joyful exploration and discovery.

Healthy Daily Routines

Nutritious meals, active play, quiet time, and rest create a balanced day for happy, growing bodies.

A peek inside our days

A day filled with play, learning, nourishment, and care.

A cosy reading teepee surrounded by books and cushions — Reading Nook

A craft table with pencils, paints and shape cut-outs — Arts & Crafts

A snack tray of fresh fruit and vegetables — Snack Time

A backyard playhouse with a slide and ride-on cars — Outdoor Play

See the full gallery Explore our programs Spaces, hours & fees

Families who know Marwa

From families and colleagues who worked with Marwa across over 20 years in early childhood education, shared with their permission. Mindful Steps Childcare itself opens in September 2026.

“Marwa was my son's educator for two years before he started kindergarten. She noticed things about him that I hadn't, and she made every single drop-off feel easy.”
— Jessica M., OakvilleParent, from Marwa's previous childcare centre
“Marwa is warm, patient, and so thoughtful about how she plans a day. My daughter settled in within a week and was asking for her on weekends.”
— Priya P., BronteParent, from Marwa's previous childcare centre
“I worked alongside Marwa for six years. She is the educator I would pick for my own children — gentle with the children, and meticulous about safety and routine.”
— Rachel T., RECE colleagueColleague of six years
“Marwa sent me a photo and a note about what my son ate and what made him laugh that day. It was the first time I felt genuinely in the loop about his care.”
— Daniel R., DundasParent, from Marwa's previous childcare centre
“My daughter arrived barely speaking. Marwa followed what interested her instead of pushing a worksheet, and she left that room chatting non-stop and proud of herself.”
— Sofia L., BronteParent, from Marwa's previous childcare centre

We'd love to meet you!

Come see our cosy space and discover how we can be a part of your child's day.