Where little minds shine brightest
Moonlite Montessori Academy offers warm, child-led daycare and out of school care in Stony Plain — nurturing infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children through genuine Montessori practice every day.
Our approach
Learning that follows the child
At Moonlite, every room is a prepared environment — thoughtfully arranged so children can explore, choose their own work and build real independence at their own pace. We follow the child rather than a fixed script, trusting that genuine learning happens through hands-on discovery, purposeful movement and calm, unhurried days.
Our difference
Why families choose Moonlite
What we offer
Care and learning for every age and stage
From your baby's earliest weeks to your school-age child's after-school adventures — Moonlite Montessori has a warm, purposeful programme for every stage of childhood.
What makes us unique
Six things every Moonlite family can count on
We are the only Montessori centre in Stony Plain offering both daycare and out of school care — and we have built something genuinely different from any other option in the area.
Authentic Montessori all day
Genuine Montessori materials, trained educators and a prepared environment — from opening to close, for every age group.
Daycare AND out of school care
Your youngest and your school-age children can both be at Moonlite — fewer transitions, more consistency for your family.
CWELCC subsidy accepted
We participate in the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care programme — making quality care accessible at every income level.
Fresh meals every day
Nutritious, freshly prepared meals and snacks are included — all allergies and dietary needs fully accommodated with care.
Educators who truly know your child
Small groups, low ratios and educators who stay — we build genuine relationships with every child and every family.
Daily updates, always
Photos, observations and milestone notes shared with you every day, for every programme.
How children grow at moonlite
What your child is building, every single day
Montessori learning looks like play — but underneath it, real developmental work is happening in every activity we offer.
Independence
Dressing themselves, choosing their own work and caring for their own space.
Practical Life
Pouring, sweeping and real-world tasks that build coordination and confidence.
Language
Rich vocabulary, early literacy and a genuine love of books and storytelling.
Mathematical Thinking
Hands-on number sense built with real Montessori materials, not worksheets.
Social & Emotional Growth
Grace, courtesy, empathy and the confidence to work alongside others.
Out of School Care — OSC
School ends. The fun is just beginning.
Most daycares stop at kindergarten. At Moonlite, we walk alongside children through their school years too — before the bell, after the bell and throughout every holiday. Our OSC programme is not childminding. It is a genuine continuation of the Moonlite spirit — curious, active, nourishing and warm.
School-age children at Moonlite OSC have access to art, building, outdoor play, reading, cooking projects and real downtime — because after a full school day, the last thing a child needs is more structured instruction.
Before school care
Warm welcome from 6:30am — breakfast, calm activities and a settled start.
After school care
Snacks, outdoor play, projects and genuine rest until 6pm pickup.
PD days & holidays
Full-day programming for school holidays, teacher PD days and breaks.
Arts & real projects
Creative, hands-on activities chosen by the children themselves.
What Stony Plain families say
Words from our Moonlite community
The trust of our families means everything to us — here is what some of them have shared.
We have two children at Moonlite — one in daycare and one in OSC — and having them both in one place has made our lives so much simpler. But more than the convenience, it's the philosophy. My older child still talks about what she learned at Moonlite. The Montessori approach genuinely changed how she approaches problems.
Leaving your baby anywhere for the first time is terrifying. The team at Moonlite made it feel completely natural. The photos they sent throughout the day were a lifeline — and my son absolutely thrives there. I couldn't imagine a better start for him.
My daughter used to dread after-school care at her old centre. At Moonlite OSC she runs in. The activities are actually fun and interesting — art projects, building, outdoor time. She comes home tired in the best possible way.
A peek inside
Life at Moonlite, in pictures
A small taste of the everyday moments — busy hands, quiet concentration and a lot of joy.
Helpful resources
Everything you need to get started
A Day at Moonlite
See the daily rhythm for every programme, from morning welcome to home time.
See the schedule →Getting Started
How enrolment, tours and your child's first day at Moonlite actually work.
Start here →Find us
Come and see Moonlite for yourself
We're in Stony Plain — a short drive from Spruce Grove and the west Edmonton area. Get directions, hours and our full enquiry form on the Contact page.
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Enquire about a space for your child
Spaces fill quickly across all our programmes. Fill in the form and we'll be in touch within one business day to arrange a tour and answer every question.
Enquiry received — thank you!
We're delighted you reached out. A member of the Moonlite Montessori team will be in touch within one business day to arrange your tour and answer every question you have.