Toilet Training Support at Licensed Daycare in Saskatchewan | Daisy Days Guide

Toilet training is one of the most asked-about topics from families transitioning from infants/diapers to toddler programs at licensed daycares in Saskatchewan. At Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK, our ECE educators are experienced partners in supporting children’s toilet training journeys. Here’s what every Saskatchewan family needs to know.

Toilet Training Readiness — Signs to Watch For

Toilet training readiness in toddlers is developmental, not chronological. Most children show readiness signals between 18 months and 3.5 years. Signs of readiness include:

• Staying dry for 1-2 hours at a time
• Showing interest in the toilet or other people using it
• Communicating (verbally or nonverbally) that they’re wet or dirty
• Able to pull pants up and down independently
• Showing discomfort in a wet or soiled diaper
• Able to follow simple 2-step instructions

Rushing toilet training before these signs are present typically leads to frustration and regression. ECE educators at Daisy Days Daycare can share their observations about your child’s readiness cues — a significant advantage of daycare vs. home care.

How Daisy Days Daycare Supports Toilet Training

When families begin toilet training, Daisy Days Daycare ECE educators support the process through:

• Consistent toilet prompting schedule: Regular, timed toilet trips aligned with the child’s pattern and the daycare’s daily routine
• Positive, low-pressure approach: Accidents are handled matter-of-factly without shame or punishment — the toilet is presented as a natural, positive progression
• Peer modeling: Toddlers and preschoolers observe same-age peers using the toilet — a powerful motivator that home-only training can’t replicate
• Parent communication: Daily reporting of toilet attempts, successes, and accidents helps families maintain consistent home practices
• Patience: We understand that toilet training is not linear — regressions, accidents, and inconsistent days are completely normal

The Home-Daycare Partnership in Toilet Training

Consistency between home and daycare is the single most important factor in successful toilet training. This means:

• Using the same language at home and daycare (“bathroom time” vs. “toilet time” — pick one and use it everywhere)
• Same underwear/training pants policy (many centres use training pants during the day once training begins)
• Same response to accidents — calm, matter-of-fact, no big deal
• Sharing information at pickup (“She had three successes and one accident today”)

What to Bring During Toilet Training at Daisy Days

During the toilet training period, pack 4-6 complete outfit changes each day (accidents happen, especially early in training). Label everything — underwear, training pants, pants, socks, shirts. A zip-lock bag for soiled clothing is appreciated by educators.

Is My Child Required to Be Toilet Trained Before Starting Daycare?

No. Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK accepts children in diapers across all relevant age groups. We provide diaper changes as part of our care — you simply need to supply enough diapers, wipes, and cream for the day.

Contact Daisy Days Daycare to discuss toilet training support for your child.
306-807-3233 | info@daisydaysdaycare.com | 2007 Potts Crescent East, Regina SK S4V 2E5