Connect With Us:
416-932-3502 hellochildcare@gracechurchonthehill.ca
Meet Our Director: Katy Kabiri
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Katy Kabiri is the Director of Grace Church on-the-Hill Childcare Centre. Katy became a valued member of our team in September 2023 and brought an impressive background in early childhood education, spanning over two decades. Katy has a strong passion for childhood education and her extensive experience encompasses a range of pivotal roles, from educator and curriculum developer to Supervisor and Director, across both medium and large-sized childcare centres.
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Katy holds a bachelor’s degree in education. She is a Certified Early Childhood Educator (CECE) and a Certified ECE Administrator from Seneca College.
Outside work, Katy loves spending time with her family and the two playful Maine Coon cats. Katy enjoys socializing with friends and has a soft spot for art, music and cultural activities.
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Under Katy’s leadership, along with our exceptional and dedicated staff, we are poised to enhance our legacy of excellence. Together, they will elevate our centre’s offerings, affirming our unwavering commitment to the families who entrust us with their children’s care and education.
Meet Our Assistant Directors: Youdon Kalsang and Stephanie Luis-Silveira
Youdon Kalsang has been working at Grace Church on-the-Hill Childcare Centre for over 14 years. During this time, Youdon has had had the pleasure of working with children of all ages, from infants to junior kindergarten. Youdon believes strongly in creating an inclusive environment where children can thrive, and where families can trust us with their precious children.
As an educator, Youdon understands that we must continually learn and grow in our field. As the generations change, so must our approach to education. Youdon is currently finishing her Early Childhood Resource Consultant program at Seneca College. Believing that learning is a lifelong journey, Youdon is motivated to keep improving her skills and helping the staff reach new Professional Development goals.
Stephanie Luis-Silveira is an enthusiastic Early Childhood Educator with a deep passion for nurturing the potential within every child and dedicated to fostering the growth and development of the youngest minds. Stephanie is a certified Registered Early Childhood Educator who has been in the field for 15 years which began as a Co-operative placement in High School and flourished in the love for creating enriching environments that inspire curiosity. Guided by the belief that each child is a unique individual, Stephanie’s mission is to provide a foundation for success by fostering creativity, instilling confidence, and promoting a love for exploration. I look forward to continuing the enrich the program at the centre and watch as it and the children’s love for learning flourishes.
A Message From Our Director:
“I come to work each day with a clear purpose: to make meaningful contributions that positively impact the next generation. We spend 8 hours every single day to help shape up personalities of the future leaders and professionals. This energizes me and my staff to create a safe and loving environment for children to enjoy and learn life skills.” -Katy Kabiri