Westwood Plateau families in Coquitlam (V3E postal code) often discover that despite living in a dense residential neighbourhood, licensed infant and toddler daycare spots remain scarce. Here’s what plateau families need to know about finding and securing quality licensed childcare nearby.
Westwood Plateau Childcare Landscape
Westwood Plateau’s geography — elevated terrain on the east side of Coquitlam — means most licensed childcare facilities are located in the lower North Coquitlam area, reachable by a short drive down Coast Meridian Road or David Drive. Licensed group care on the Plateau itself is extremely limited.
Drive Time from Westwood Plateau to Smiling Kids
| Westwood Plateau Area | Route | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Harper Road / Plateau Blvd (V3E) | Coast Meridian Rd south | ~5–8 minutes |
| Eagleridge / Panorama (V3E) | David Drive to Coast Meridian | ~7–10 minutes |
| Victoria Drive / Westwood (V3E upper) | Pipeline Rd connecting to Coast Meridian | ~8–12 minutes |
What Westwood Plateau Families Should Know About CCFRI and ACCB
BC’s childcare subsidies apply equally regardless of which Coquitlam neighbourhood you live in — what matters is that the centre you choose is CCFRI-participating and Fraser Health licensed. Smiling Kids meets both criteria.
- CCFRI: Reduces gross infant fee by ~$850/month automatically — no parent action needed
- ACCB: Income-tested benefit up to $1,250/month — apply within 30 days of starting care
- Combined result: Most Westwood Plateau families at $70K–$90K household income pay $250–$600/month net for infant care
Book a Spot — Waitlist Now Open
Smiling Kids Childcare Centre at 1380 Coast Meridian Road, North Coquitlam is accepting 2026–2027 waitlist registrations from Westwood Plateau families. Our ITE-certified educators and 1:4 ratio make us one of the most compliant and quality-focused licensed centres serving the V3E area.
📞 604-600-4393 | V3E 3J3 | Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
