Leaving Daycare — Withdrawal, Unenrollment & Notice Period in Saskatchewan | Daisy Days

Leaving a licensed daycare — whether because your child is starting school, your family is moving, you’re switching centres, or your childcare needs have changed — involves a specific process that most families don’t think about until they need it. At Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK, here’s what you need to know about withdrawing your child’s enrollment.

Common Reasons for Leaving Licensed Daycare in Saskatchewan

• Child starting Kindergarten in September
• Family moving within or out of Regina SK
• Changing to a centre better suited to your family’s current needs
• A parent’s change in employment status (one parent reducing hours or leaving the workforce)
• A new grandparent becoming available as primary caregiver
• Financial changes — though with CWELCC at approximately $220/month, this is less common than before

The Withdrawal Process at Licensed Daycares in Saskatchewan

Step 1: Check Your Enrollment Agreement

Your enrollment agreement with Daisy Days Daycare specifies:

• Required notice period (typically 2-4 weeks minimum)
• Whether fees continue during the notice period
• Any exceptions or adjustments to the notice requirement
• Refund policy for any registration deposit held

Step 2: Give Written Notice

Send written notice to Daisy Days Daycare specifying:

• Your child’s full name
• The intended last day of attendance
• Your contact information for final billing

Email is sufficient written notice for most centres — send to info@daisydaysdaycare.com and request a confirmation reply.

Step 3: Manage Final Billing

Final billing typically covers through your last day of attendance or the end of the notice period (whichever is later under your agreement). Confirm your final billing amount with Daisy Days Daycare before your last day.

Step 4: Request Tax Receipt

If you’re leaving mid-year, request a partial-year tax receipt from Daisy Days Daycare for the months attended — you’ll need this for your CRA T778 childcare expense deduction on your annual tax return.

Step 5: Return Centre Property / Collect Child’s Items

Return any property belonging to Daisy Days Daycare and collect your child’s personal items (artwork portfolio, seasonal clothing stored at the centre, comfort items). Take a moment to say goodbye to the educators — the relationship your child has built with them has been developmentally meaningful.

Special Situations

Leaving Because Child Is Starting Kindergarten (September)

September departures are common — plan your notice early (May or June) since other families may also be notifying around the same time. Many families transitioning to school also enroll in Daisy Days Daycare’s Before & After School Care (BASC) program — ask about this option so you’re not starting the care search again for the after-school hours.

Emergency Departure

If you need to leave immediately due to a genuine emergency (sudden illness, family crisis), contact Daisy Days Daycare directly to discuss. Most quality centres can find humane solutions for genuine emergency situations that differ from standard withdrawal notice.

Moving Out of Province

Give Daisy Days Daycare your departure date as early as possible — this helps them plan for the opening and gives you maximum time to coordinate care in your new location before your move date.

→ Switching daycares guide (if moving to another centre)
→ Kindergarten transition guide
→ Getting your final tax receipt guide

Contact Daisy Days Daycare to discuss your withdrawal timeline.
306-807-3233 | info@daisydaysdaycare.com | 2007 Potts Crescent East, Regina SK S4V 2E5