Is Daisy Days Daycare CWELCC-approved?

Yes. Daisy Days Daycare is fully licensed and CWELCC-approved. Families pay approximately $10/day.

Is Daisy Days Daycare licensed in Saskatchewan?

Yes. Licensed under Saskatchewan Child Care Act since 2010.

Do licensed daycares in Regina SK have outdoor play in winter?

Yes. Outdoor play is a requirement at licensed daycares in Saskatchewan year-round, including winter. Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK follows provincial guidelines for cold weather — outdoor play may be modified or cancelled when temperatures including wind chill reach a threshold that poses health risk (typically -25°C to -30°C with wind chill depending on age group). Year-round outdoor play is evidence-based for child health and development.

What temperature is too cold for outdoor play at daycare in Saskatchewan?

Saskatchewan's licensed daycare guidelines suggest modifying or cancelling outdoor play when wind chill temperatures reach approximately -25°C to -30°C or colder — specific thresholds vary by centre's policy and children's ages (infants are more cold-sensitive). Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK has a specific cold weather outdoor policy — contact us at 306-807-3233 for details.

What should my child wear for outdoor play at daycare in the winter in Regina SK?

For winter outdoor play at Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK, pack: warm winter coat (rated for Saskatchewan temperatures), snowpants, insulated waterproof boots, mittens (NOT gloves — mittens keep fingers warmer; pack 2 pairs), warm hat covering ears, and a neck warmer/balaclava. Label all items with your child's name. Children who are not dressed appropriately may not be able to participate in outdoor play.

Outdoor Play Daycare Regina SK Winter Cold Weather Safety Benefits

Saskatchewan winters are real — and at Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK, outdoor play continues through our cold prairie winters because the developmental benefits of outdoor play are so significant that they justify careful, well-managed cold weather programming. Here’s everything parents need to know about winter outdoor play at licensed daycares in Regina SK.

Why Licensed Daycares in Saskatchewan Go Outside in Winter

The evidence base for outdoor play in early childhood is overwhelming — and the benefits don’t pause because the temperature drops:

Gross motor development: Running, climbing, jumping, and balancing outdoors develops the large muscle systems that fine motor control builds upon
Immune function: Outdoor cold exposure has been associated with stronger immune function and reduced illness frequency in children in group care
Mental health and regulation: Outdoor play reduces stress hormones, improves mood regulation, and reduces the incidence of challenging indoor behaviour
Vitamin D: Even in winter, outdoor light exposure supports Vitamin D synthesis — significant in Saskatchewan’s indoor-heavy winter lifestyle
Sensory experience: Snow, ice, wind, and cold are rich sensory inputs that indoor play environments cannot provide — they build environmental awareness and physical hardiness
Risk-taking in appropriate doses: Navigating a snowy yard, sliding down a snow hill, and managing cold supports healthy risk assessment in a low-stakes environment

Daisy Days Daycare’s Cold Weather Outdoor Play Policy

Daisy Days Daycare in Regina SK follows Saskatchewan guidelines for cold weather outdoor play. Our policy includes:

Standard winter outdoor play: When wind chill is above approximately -20°C, outdoor play proceeds with appropriate clothing
Modified outdoor play: When wind chill is between approximately -20°C and -25°C, shorter outdoor durations with increased educator supervision
Indoor substitution: When wind chill is below approximately -25°C to -30°C (varies by age group — infants have a higher threshold for staying in), outdoor play is moved indoors with gross motor alternatives
Clothing check: Children whose outdoor clothing doesn’t meet cold weather requirements may not be able to participate in outdoor play — educators will not send a child outside underdressed

Contact Daisy Days Daycare at 306-807-3233 for our specific 2026 cold weather policy thresholds.

What Your Child Needs for Winter Outdoor Play at Daycare in Regina SK

Essential Winter Clothing — Label EVERYTHING

Winter coat: Rated for prairie temperatures (not fashion coats). Should cover hips.
Snowpants: Waterproof shell with warm lining. Essential for ground play in snow.
Winter boots: Waterproof, insulated, rated for at least -30°C. Must be able to go on/off with reasonable independence (velcro preferred for younger children).
Mittens × 2 pairs: Mittens (not gloves) keep little fingers warmer. Pack two pairs — one pair WILL get wet. Waterproof outer shell preferred.
Warm hat: Covers ears completely. Fits under a helmet if sledding is offered.
Neck warmer or balaclava: Covers face and neck for truly cold days. Children breathe much better in cold when their airway is protected.
Base layer: Warm thermal underlayer under regular clothing on very cold days.

Practical Clothing Tips

Choose boots with room to grow — children’s feet grow fast, and tight winter boots lose insulation effectiveness
Avoid cotton base layers — cotton retains moisture. Wool or synthetic wicks moisture away from the skin.
Mittens attached to coat sleeves (clipped or sewn) prevents the infamous “one mitten lost forever” situation
Store a complete spare set of outdoor clothing at daycare (labelled) for emergencies