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Stars Childcare

A Place to Learn, Grow, & Belong

Licensed Coquitlam daycare and childcare for ages 0 to 5.

Spots are limited. Register today!

The large fenced backyard at Stars Childcare with lawn, path and trees

Small Setting. Big Heart.
Real Experience.

One small, mixed-age group in a real home, the kind of place families stay at for years.

Licensed & Established

A licensed family daycare serving the Tri-Cities since 1994.

A True Second Home

A small group where every child, and every grown-up, is known by name.

A Qualified Educator

ECE diploma, First Aid, CPR and Food Safe certified, and fluent in English, Farsi and Spanish.

Bright Rooms, Big Backyard

1,700 sq ft of indoor space and a large fenced yard for daily outdoor play.

The bright playroom at Stars Childcare, with the book corner

Child Care That Grows
With Your Child.

Gentle, one-on-one care built around nap, feed and play routines, with daily updates so you always know how your little one's day went.

Hands-on exploration, early language and lots of outdoor time, in a small group where every toddler is known well.

Early literacy, numbers and social skills built into daily play, so children arrive at kindergarten confident and ready.

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“She really is a grandma to everyone who comes through her doors, and any family would be so lucky to have her caring for their little one!”


Crystal WaChong

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“If you're looking for a safe, comfortable, home-style daycare experience where your kids will come out of it better people, I'd recommend Shala without a shadow of a doubt.”


Cyrus

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“More than just a daycare, Star's Childcare became an extension of our family.”


N Henderson

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“Shala is so caring, kind, patient, and dedicated to the children. She creates a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where the kids feel happy, comfortable, and loved.”


Sogol Ghaeli

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“Shala and her team are wonderful childcare professionals, that played a crucial part in developing our children's emotional and social skills.”


Will

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“I attended Shala's daycare from 6 months old until around 4 years old. I am 31 now, and still have so many fond memories.”


Christi Hood

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“The love and care, safety, and education in the form of play provided to both our children was outstanding!”


Saufia Merally

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“From the very beginning, Shala created such a warm, loving and welcoming environment where our boys could learn, grow, and feel safe and cared for.”


Jenn Fahey

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“She treats the kids like her own family. She tells them she loves them every day.”


SJ Mellett

What Our Coquitlam Clients Say

“Shala Monfred and her team loved the children and took care of them as their own.”


Melanie Hennessey

Meet Shala

Licensed Early Childhood Educator & Owner of Stars Childcare

Shala Monfred has run Stars Childcare in Coquitlam since 1994, bringing over 30 years of experience in childcare and daycare services. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, current First Aid, CPR and Food Safe certification, and is fluent in English, Farsi and Spanish.

Parents describe her as a second family: patient, dependable, and completely trusted with their kids.

More About Our Story

Shala Monfred, owner and educator at Stars Childcare

A Peek Inside Stars Childcare.

Colourful climbing structures in the backyard
Craft tables and little chairs by a bright window
A yellow table and chairs set for art and lunch
The home kitchen with a breakfast bar
A foam alphabet and number floor mat
A large building-block creation on the craft table
The bright playroom, with the book corner
The wooden playhouse and paddling pool
The decorated garden gate entrance

Visit Our Daycare Today.

Spots are limited. Register now. Call Shala to set up a free one-on-one visit and see whether Stars is the right fit for your family.