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Overnight Child Care Services in Ottawa, ON

Licensed Overnight Child Care Services

Jemasen Early Explorers offers licensed overnight child care that meets Ontario Ministry of Education requirements and follows all applicable licensing standards. Our overnight care program supports families who require care outside of traditional daytime hours while prioritizing children’s health, safety, well-being, and emotional security.

Overnight child care is provided in a safe, nurturing, home-based environment where children are supported through consistent routines, responsive caregiving, and familiar surroundings.

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What Is Overnight Child Care?

Overnight child care provides supervision and care during evening, night-time, and early morning hours when standard child care services are unavailable.

At Jemasen Early Explorers, overnight care includes:

  • Evening routines and transitions

  • Supervised sleep and rest periods

  • Night-time comfort and reassurance

  • Morning routines and care

This service is not babysitting. Care is delivered in a licensed setting and follows established routines, policies, and procedures that align with Ontario licensing requirements.

Our Overnight Child Care Program

Our overnight program is structured to ensure children feel safe, calm, and supported throughout the night. Care is provided with attention to each child’s individual routines, comfort needs, and developmental stage.

Supervision and Safety

  • Continuous supervision throughout the night
  • Regular comfort and safety checks
  • Safe, clean, and designated sleep areas
  • Emergency procedures in place and followed

Evening to Morning Care

Overnight care may include:

  • Support with evening routines
  • Bedtime preparation and quiet activities
  • Supervised sleep
  • Gentle morning transitions

Schedules are arranged in collaboration with families and in accordance with licensing standards.

Flexible and Occasional Overnight Care

Subject to availability and licensing capacity, we may offer:

  • Occasional overnight care
  • Weekend overnight care
  • Short-term or emergency overnight support

All care arrangements follow established policies to ensure consistency and quality.

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Overnight Care for Different Age Groups

Care practices are adapted to meet the needs of children at different developmental stages.

Toddlers

Toddlers are supported through familiar bedtime routines, comfort items from home, and gentle reassurance to promote emotional security.

Preschool Children

Preschool-aged children are supported with predictable routines that encourage independence while ensuring comfort and supervision.

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Families We Support

Overnight child care supports families with non-traditional schedules or short-term needs, including:

  • Shift workers (e.g., healthcare and emergency services)
  • Single-parent households
  • Families experiencing temporary schedule changes
  • Parents requiring overnight support due to travel or emergencies

Our goal is to reduce stress for families while maintaining stability and continuity for children.

Emergency and Short-Notice Overnight Care

When available and within licensing capacity, Jemasen Early Explorers may support families requiring short-notice or emergency overnight care. All emergency placements follow established intake procedures to ensure the child’s safety and well-being.

Health, Safety, and Licensing Standards

Our overnight child care program follows Ontario licensing standards, including:

  • Licensed home child care requirements
  • Health and safety policies
  • Safe sleep practices
  • Required training and background checks
  • Ongoing monitoring and documentation

Children’s health, safety, and well-being remain our highest priority at all times.

A Typical Overnight Routine

While routines may vary based on individual needs, a typical overnight stay includes:

  • Calm evening transitions
  • Bedtime routines
  • Supervised sleep and comfort checks
  • Quiet morning routines

Predictable routines help children feel secure and well-rested.

Supporting Emotional Well-Being

Guided by Ontario’s early years pedagogy, How Does Learning Happen?, our overnight care reflects the foundations of:

  • Belonging – children feel safe and accepted
  • Well-Being – emotional and physical needs are supported
  • Engagement – responsive interactions, even during quiet hours
  • Expression – children are comforted and respected

Strong, responsive relationships remain central to care, even overnight.

Communication With Families

We value open and respectful communication with families. Overnight care includes:

  • Clear drop-off and pick-up procedures
  • Emergency contact protocols
  • Morning updates as needed

Families remain informed and involved.

Reggio Emilia–Inspired Approach

Jemasen Early Explorers embraces a Reggio Emilia–inspired philosophy, recognizing children as capable, competent, and deserving of respect. Overnight care is responsive, relationship-based, and centred on children’s comfort and emotional needs.

Overnight Child Care vs. Babysitting

Licensed overnight child care offers:

  • Structured routines and policies
  • Health and safety oversight
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Continuity of care

This provides families with added confidence and peace of mind.

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Why Choose Jemasen Early Explorers?

Families choose Jemasen Early Explorers because we offer:

  • Licensed overnight home child care
  • Ministry-aligned practices
  • Relationship-based, responsive care
  • A calm and secure environment
  • Strong partnerships with families

Service Area

Jemasen Early Explorers provides overnight child care services to families in Ottawa and surrounding communities, subject to availability and licensing capacity.

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Under the frequently asked questions for overnight child care.

We accept toddlers and preschoolers.

Yes, we offer overnight care on the weekends.

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Book Overnight Child Care in Ottawa Today

Overnight care helps families rest and work. We support you when you need help.

Contact us to:

  • Book a consultation
  • Schedule a tour
  • Discuss care options

Your child’s comfort comes first.

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