Possums Classroom โ Licensed Toddler Daycare in Barrie
Ages 18 months to 2.5 years ยท early walkers 12 months+ welcome ยท 5:1 ratio
๐ Book a Tour ๐ 705-735-2747
Koalaroo is an owner-operated daycare and preschool in Barrie, Ontario. Unlike big franchises, Koalaroo offers:
- 5-star Google rated & 20+ years owner-operated
- Registered ECEs & small classes with immediate openings
- 3 green outdoor playgrounds & 3 daily chef-prepared meals
- Care for 12 months+ early walkers up to 2.5 years
- A flexible summer program paid by the week
๐พ Possums Monthly Fees
Toddler Daycare ยท 12 mo** โ 2.5 yrs
Full-time (5 days): $1,535/mo
Part-time (M/W/F): $1,025/mo
Part-time (T/Th): $735/mo
Parents usually get 20โ50% back in tax credits
Nurturing Toddler Care โ Without the Waitlist
Ages 12 Months to 2.5 Years | Enrolling Now | 5 Students : 1 Educator
Skip the stress of the city-wide 2-year waitlists. While many CWELCC-funded centers in Barrie face long delays and strict capacity limits, we offer a high-quality alternative with immediate openings for your little one.
In our gentle, small-group environment, your toddler will receive the dedicated attention they deserve with an intimate 5:1 child-to-teacher ratio.
Ready to secure your spot? Don't wait years for quality childcare. Contact us today to tour our room and meet our educators!
Did You Know You Can Claim Up to $8,000 in Tax Credits for Daycare Fees?
- Up to $8,000 โ Federal Child Care Expense Deduction per child under 7
- Up to 75% โ Ontario CARE refundable tax credit on eligible expenses
- 20%โ50% โ What typical families recover of their fees at tax time
*Tax savings depend on household income. Please consult a tax professional. Koalaroo does not participate in CWELCC.
๐ Book a Tour ๐ 705-735-2747
Toddler Daycare Schedule
๐ข A Day in the Possums Room
7:30 am โ Open
7:30 โ 9:00 am โ Before Care (no charge) โ Free Play / Outside Play
9:00 โ 9:30 am โ Morning Circle โ O Canada / Story Time / Music Activities
9:30 โ 10:20 am โ Class Work
10:20 am โ Washroom
10:30 am โ Morning Snack
10:45 โ 11:50 am โ Outside Play
12:00 โ 12:30 pm โ Lunch
12:30 โ 1:00 pm โ Washroom followed by Free Play
1:00 pm onward โ Naptime (open-ended as children wake at different times)
2:30 โ 3:00 pm โ Washroom followed by Afternoon Snack
3:30 โ 4:30 pm โ Art / Craft / Imaginative Play
4:30 โ 5:30 pm โ After Care (no charge) โ Free Play / Outside Play
5:30 pm โ Close
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions Barrie parents ask before they book a tour.
Do you take 12-month-olds?
Yes. Early walkers aged 12 months and above are welcome (recommended starting age is 18 months). Our Possums room is specifically built for toddlers aged 18 months to 2.5 years with a 5-to-1 child-to-teacher ratio โ one of the few licensed daycare programs in Barrie that takes children this young in a dedicated, age-appropriate room.
Are you part of CWELCC ($10/day daycare)?
Koalaroo is not currently a CWELCC participant. CWELCC-funded centres in Barrie have waitlists of 2+ years. We focus on offering high-quality care now, with the support of federal and provincial childcare tax credits that recover 20โ50% of fees for most families at tax time.
What does daycare cost for a toddler at Koalaroo?
Monthly daycare ranges from $735 for part-time (Tuesdays and Thursdays) to $1,535 for full 5-day attendance.
Do you offer part-time daycare?
Yes. Our small class sizes give us flexibility that most daycares don't have. Available part-time options include 2 days per week (Tuesday/Thursday) and 3 days per week (Monday/Wednesday/Friday).
What's included in the food program?
A morning snack, a hot lunch, and an afternoon snack โ all prepared fresh and delivered by Koalaroo Catering (Chef Steve and his team). Menus are globally inspired and rotate weekly. Allergies and dietary restrictions are fully accommodated. Food is included in the monthly fee.
How does the summer program work?
Summer Camp runs from July 6 to August 27, 2026, across 8 themed weeks. You book the weeks you need, one at a time, and pay only for those weeks. Weekly rates run from $285 (short weeks for current Koalaroo families) up to $385 (full weeks for non-enrolled families). Open to all children in Barrie aged 12 months (early walkers) to 6 years. Lunches and snacks are included.
What ages do you serve?
Children aged 12 months (early walkers) / 18 months to 6 years, across three dedicated rooms:
- Possums: 12/18 months โ 2.5 years
- Joeys: 2.5 โ 3.8 years
- Wallabies: 3.8 โ 6 years
Many families stay with us through all three stages!
Where are you located?
Koalaroo is located at 28 Commerce Park Drive, Barrie, Ontario, L4N 8W8. We proudly serve families from Barrie and surrounding Simcoe County communities.
Can I book a tour?
Yes, and we highly recommend it! Tours take about 30 minutes. You'll meet Annie Meechan (the owner), see the classrooms, the kitchen, and our three outdoor play spaces, with plenty of time to ask questions specific to your child.
Come See Koalaroo in Person
Most families decide within minutes of touring. The bright rooms, the fresh food, the outdoor spaces, and meeting Annie โ that's what makes the choice clear.
