Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar Reviews

Mariia Khimych 2026.08.27

     

My son attended Stepping Stones Montessori – Sunnybrook for three years, and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. He absolutely loved going there and looked forward to seeing his teachers and friends every day. He also completed the Kindergarten program there, which prepared him wonderfully for Grade 1. He is confident, independent, and well-prepared for this next chapter. We are so grateful to all the amazing teachers and staff for their care, support, and dedication. Stepping Stones Montessori will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we highly recommend it to other families!

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TERESA RINI JOSEPH 2026.06.18

     

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Oksana Buchynska 2026.06.18

     

I strongly recommend Stepping Stones Montessori, especially the Sunnybrook location. It is a wonderful place where children receive exceptional support while developing important social, cognitive, and practical life skills. The program encourages exploration, fine motor development, learning letters and numbers, discovering the world around them, and understanding how to be kind and caring friends. My son has learned so much since he started attending Stepping Stones Montessori. He has been there for two years, and the positive changes in him have been remarkable. He has become more organized, confident, and sociable, and his language skills have improved tremendously. Most importantly, he has made many wonderful friends. It is heartwarming to see how happy the children are to see one another each day—hugging, sharing, and comforting each other when someone is feeling sad. My son is always excited to go to school and looks forward to attending every day. We are delighted that he will continue next year. A heartfelt thank you to the amazing teachers and staff at Stepping Stones Montessori for creating such a nurturing, supportive, and welcoming environment filled with love, care, and respect for our children. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in their lives.

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kali gray 2026.06.16

     

Stepping Stones Montessori is a wonderful place to send your children! The staff are all truly caring, attentive and supportive. My boys have learned so much and have made so many friends since they began attending there. They really go all-out for holidays and events, with big themed parties and tons of crafts. The schools are well appointed with a cozy and vibrant environment. I feel that Stepping Stones has truly enriched my children’s lives and I would recommend them to anyone!

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Chantelle Hurson 2026.06.15

     

This was my 3 year old sons first year going to Stepping Stones (Sunnybrook location) and I am so impressed with the amount of progress he has shown and how much he has come out of his shell! He is always excited to be greeted by his teachers and friends when he goes. I loved how they have also helped so much with his vocabulary and his fine motor skills. He’s excited for the summer with them and I can’t wait to see him progress even further. Thank you to all of his teachers for making this first year so special.

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Laura Moreno Muñoz 2026.06.15

     

My daughter attended Stepping Stones Montessori at Sunnybrook in Red Deer for the past year, and we have had an amazing experience. Spanish is her first language, and when she started, she had limited English skills. Over the past year, we have seen incredible progress in her English language development and, most importantly, in her social skills. She has become much more confident, made wonderful friendships, and truly enjoys going to school every day. The teachers and staff are caring, patient, and dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive. They have supported my daughter every step of the way and have made a huge positive impact on her growth and development. We are so grateful to the entire team at Stepping Stones Montessori and highly recommend this school to any family looking for a welcoming and supportive learning environment.

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Kristin Marshall 2026.06.08

     

Thank you all so much! We truly appreciated the care you gave our children. We watched them grow and flourish in so many ways during their time there. You all are doing a fantastic job, and we leave you with lots of love and well wishes ♥️ Thank you so much for loving our children!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.06.12

Thank you so much for your kind words, Kristin! 😊 Your feedback means so much to us and motivates our entire team to continue providing exceptional love, care, and support to every child in our care.

Happy Vaghani -Realtor 2026.02.05

     

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Thank you so much for the love and support , it means a lot ❤️

Kescia Den Oudsten 2026.01.30

     

My daughter has only been attending for a couple months but I have been so pleased with stepping stones! I was nervous sending my daughter to daycare because she typically struggled to be away from me but the staff are incredible and she acclimated much faster than I thought she would. The communication is amazing and I have only met extremely kind, personable staff!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.07.03

We’re truly grateful for your trust and so happy to have your family as part of Stepping Stones Montessori:) A heartfelt thank you for your kind words and support:)

Morgann Bridge 2025.12.19

     

Our children have been going to Stepping Stones McVicar location for over 5 years, from babies to graduating kindergarten. We love all the staff, and have trusted them with our children. We have had no issues, only warmth and love from the staff towards my kids! Highly recommend them to all the moms I know!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Hi Morgann, thank you so much for your support and love ❤️, it means a lot.

Jingal patel 2025.12.19

     

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at this Montessori. From the very first day, it was clear that this is a place where children are truly respected, understood, and nurtured as individuals. The teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and knowledgeable, and they take the time to really know each child’s strengths, interests, and needs. The Montessori approach is beautifully implemented here my child has grown not only academically, but also emotionally and socially. I’ve seen so much confidence, independence, and curiosity develop, and it’s amazing to watch my child genuinely love learning. The classroom environment is calm, engaging, and thoughtfully prepared, allowing children to explore at their own pace while still feeling supported. Communication with families is excellent, and it’s clear that the staff genuinely cares about both the children and the parents. Knowing my child is in such a safe, encouraging, and enriching environment gives me complete peace of mind every day. This Montessori has exceeded our expectations in every way, and I’m so grateful to be part of such a wonderful community. I would highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing, high-quality early education experience.

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Hi Jingal, Thank you so much for your kind words and support , it means a lot and keeps us motivated ❤️

Amanda Herbert 2025.12.18

     

Our kids attend part-time, and we’ve appreciated the academic skills they learn while at school, and the genuine care from the teachers.

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Hi Amanda , thank you for sharing your experience, we appreciate the love and support ❤️ it means a lot.

Nandni Sharma 2025.12.15

     

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Thank you Nandni for your love and support ❤️

Harman Preet 2025.12.12

     

Great place

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Thank you Harmanpreet for your love and support ❤️

Diana Iftemie 2025.12.12

     

The staff is amazing!!! Our son goes to the McVicar location since he was one. Miss Merriam and Miss Muna were his first teachers and we will never forget their names! Their kindness and gentle approach when we first met for the tour made us choose the daycare in the first place. thereafter, they thoughtfully and lovingly shaped his 1st steps, 1st words,1st friendships,1st (potty)accidents. we couldn’t be more thankful! from that, love and care just multiplied; in January he is moving up to the kindergarten class, and we already miss his current teachers: Miss Ramandeep, Miss Ninoska, Miss Masooda and Miss Lilly- excellent teachers, very kind and dedicated! There isn’t a day when our boy doesn’t want to go to “school” to spend time with his favourite teachers and his friends. we love the way this place shaped our whole world-our son! When you know, you know what is the best place for you and your child! we are happy that this is our place, and we are extremely thankful for all the staff at McVicar!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.02.06

Thank you Diana for your love and support ❤️

Henzman Henzman 2025.12.12

     

We love all the Teachers here ! Our children also Love it! They do lots of cute and fun stuff with them daily and my children have learned a lot over the years. Always happy and smiling teachers and kids! They make such a great effort during the holidays and going above and beyond. We LOVE Miss Ramandeep and Mrs Merriam and Mrs Lady and Miss Anna and Mrs Soma ! They are such loving woman I feel so happy to send my children there !

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2025.12.12

Thank you so much for your kind words and support❤️

L H 2025.12.12

     

We have nothing but positive things to say about the Glacier A class at the Mcvicar location. All the teachers are amazing but big shout out to Ms. Ramandeep who is incredibly kind and patient with all the kids. My son always looks forward to his time there.

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2025.12.12

Thank you so much for your kind words and support ❤️

Ельвіра Рудченко 2025.10.01

     

We are so happy with Stepping Stones Montessori – Sunnybrook! Moving to Canada 3.5 years ago, we could not have imagined such wonderful care for our children. Here they learn independence, and within two years they fully learned English. By the time they started school, they were already able to read and write with confidence. We are especially impressed with the preschool program that prepares children for school—it has been an amazing experience. We also love the regular celebrations and concerts that the teachers organize with so much effort and creativity. On top of that, the daycare offers extra activities like karate, which my child absolutely enjoys! All of the teachers are very attentive, caring, and supportive. Our children are truly happy here, and that is the most important thing for any parent. Thank you so much to the entire staff—you are the best thing that happened to us in Canada and in Red Deer. We wholeheartedly recommend this daycare and truly believe it is the best in the city!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.06.12

Thank you so much for sharing such heartfelt words. It means the world to our entire Sunnybrook team to know that your children feel happy, supported, and confident with us. We are truly grateful to be part of your family’s journey in Canada. ❤️

Oksana Buchynska 2025.09.11

     

Stepping Stones Montessori Sunnybrook is truly the best place for your child. Before finding them, I had been searching all over Red Deer for the right daycare for my son, and I quickly realized that this is the only place where children are not just supervised, but also guided in developing their cognitive, social skills, and discipline. What I love most is that children learn through play and routine, explore the world around them, interact in a group, and follow a well-thought-out curriculum that introduces letters, numbers, science, and even traditions. From the very beginning, I noticed positive changes in my son’s behavior—for example, putting things back in their places, napping again (he refused to do it at home after the age of two) or even making letters out of Skittles! It was heartwarming to see how confident he was when we attended the Pre-K Meet and Greet. I can see how much he enjoys being there—he loves his teachers and has already made friends. The staff are not only professional and experienced but also genuinely caring and passionate about what they do. They clearly love their job and the children, and that makes all the difference. I highly recommend Stepping Stones Montessori Sunnybrook to any parent looking for a nurturing and enriching environment for their child!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.06.12

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! It means so much to our Sunnybrook team to hear about your son’s growth, confidence, and happiness. We are truly grateful for your trust and feel honored to be part of his learning journey. ❤️

Linda Jansen 2025.09.09

     

This is a wonderful child care facility that both of my boys loved. They helped prepare my 1 son for Kindergarten and then grade 1 so well, and continue to teach my other son and prepare him. The teachers are kind and I can sense a genuine care for my children, which is VERY important to me in picking where my children will be. I highly recommend!

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Reply from Stepping Stones Montessori - McVicar 2026.06.12

Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust in us! It means so much to know that both of your boys have felt happy, cared for, and well prepared for school. We are truly grateful to be part of their learning journey. ❤️