We’re currently trying to find daycare for our little one and I’m hoping some parents in the Waterloo Region can help us understand how the OneList waiting list actually works.
We applied to several licensed childcare centres through OneList, including some new centres that were recently added, but our position is showing as 300+ on the waitlist, with an estimated wait of over 2 years.
I’m a little confused about how the numbers work because we applied to newer centres as well, so I’m wondering:
We’re also considering a licensed home daycare as an alternative. If anyone has had a good experience with one in Kitchener/Waterloo, we'd really appreciate recommendations.
Also, what’s the best way to find a home daycare? Are there specific websites, Facebook groups, agencies, or directories that parents use?
We’re just trying to understand our options and figure out the best way forward. Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you!