Toilet Training at Daycare — Readiness Signs & Licensed Daycare Policy in Saskatchewan | Daisy Days

Toilet training is one of the most anticipated — and most variable — childhood milestones. At Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK, we approach toilet training as a collaborative, positive, child-led process in partnership with families. Here’s our approach and what parents need to know.

Does Your Child Need to Be Toilet Trained to Attend Daisy Days Daycare?

Short answer: No — for infant and toddler programs, and typically not for preschool either. Here’s the breakdown by program:

• Infant program (birth-18 months): Full diapering care — no toilet training expected
• Toddler program (18 months-3 years): Full diapering care — no toilet training required to enroll; training is supported as readiness develops
• Preschool (3-5 years): Many preschool-age children arrive still in pull-ups or mid-training — this is normal. Contact Daisy Days Daycare to discuss our current preschool toileting policy and how we support children at different stages.

Signs Your Child Is Ready for Toilet Training

Daisy Days Daycare educators observe these readiness signs across the toddler-to-preschool years:

• Physical readiness: Staying dry for 1-2+ hour stretches (shows bladder capacity); waking from naps dry; showing awareness of the moment of urination or bowel movement
• Cognitive readiness: Understanding and following simple 2-step instructions; beginning to communicate “I need to go” or “I went” — even imperfectly
• Motor readiness: Can manage simple clothing — pull pants up and down independently; can climb onto the toilet or stand for a potty
• Motivational readiness: Shows interest in the toilet; is interested in big kid underwear; watches and asks about what other children/adults do

Average toilet training age for children in licensed daycare in Saskatchewan: 2.5-3.5 years for daytime training, with significant individual variation. Some children train at 18 months; others not until 3.5. Both ends of this range are normal.

How Daisy Days Daycare Supports Toilet Training

• Consistent toilet routine: We offer regular toilet opportunities throughout the day — before meals, after outdoor play, at transitions — based on your child’s stage and your family’s approach
• Positive language only: No shame, no pressure, no negative language about accidents — accidents are treated as a normal part of the process
• Immediate clothing change: Accidents are handled promptly, privately, and without emotional weight
• Parent-daycare consistency: We align our approach with what you’re doing at home — if you’re using a specific method, let us know so we can be consistent
• Communication: We share patterns we observe (e.g., “She asks to go every time after lunch at daycare — morning seems harder”) to help you understand your child’s patterns

What to Pack for Toilet Training Transition at Daisy Days Daycare

• 4-6 complete spare clothing sets — underwear, pants, shirt, socks (more is always better)
• Wet bag for soiled clothing
• Pull-ups or training underwear per your family’s preference and approach
• Clearly labeled all items

→ Toilet training readiness complete guide
→ Complete daycare bag checklist
→ Toddler milestone checklist

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