Who We Are
KidzPen operate an all-inclusive educational curriculum in a well nurtured environment understanding that every child is constantly in need of love, acceptance, peace, and a place to identify as home. Our dedicated team creates an environment that transitions the child into a home away from home with various approaches, fun learning, play, and social interaction.
Philosophy
Every child is born with unique abilities and takes pride in turning their potential into substance, while exploring the world through their lens. At KidzPen, educators are co-creators with the child.
Our Mission
Raising children to be pathfinders by creating an environment that stimulates their curiosity and imagination.
Just Breathe
Breathing is healthy, it relaxes the nerves and brains as well as aids in self-regulation. In today’s world, this skill is an essential tool for children to bring their emotions under control.
Steps
Children grow and develop all round when they are physically and emotionally engaged. Every child deserves a time to excel, flex and move.
Our Staff
KidzPen prides itself in promoting a healthy and fun atmosphere amongst staff. Our staff are motivated to create a nurturing environment that fosters child’s development and creativity.
A view of our Facility
A premier licensed daycare, preschool, and out-of-school care located in Chestermere, Alberta. Our state-of-the-art facility is brand new and purpose-built to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children’s development.
Meet the Founder
Victoria Okuku is the founder, and CEO of Montessori Early Development Academy (MEDA), KidzPen, and Vee Readers. In 2021, MEDA was honoured as one of the top businesses in Canada by the Canadian Business Review Board (CBRB). Victoria possesses extensive teaching experience which spans three continents: Asia, Africa, and North America.
She is an author of four books: "Be Your Pathfinder," "Lessons from Trailblazers," "Ako's Night Story," and "Ako's Night Story Colouring and Activity Book". Recently, "Ako's Night Story" was distributed in schools across Jamaica, and USA as an educational resource for children. Victoria has been featured on CTV, CBC in Calgary, Canada and is currently working on children's reading guide and other captivating books.
Victoria has conducted engaging school visits in numerous elementary schools in Calgary, where her work on promoting diversity and inclusion has garnered significant recognition and praise from various institutions. Her expertise as an author makes her highly sought-after in school settings.
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