Port Moody families looking for licensed infant or toddler daycare have multiple Tri-Cities options within their commute range. Smiling Kids Childcare Centre in North Coquitlam — approximately 15–20 minutes from Port Moody via Barnet Highway and Coast Meridian Road — is a Fraser Health licensed Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) program serving families from across the Tri-Cities.
Drive Time from Port Moody to Smiling Kids
- From Port Moody central (St Johns St / Barnet Hwy): Approximately 15–18 minutes east on Barnet Highway, then north on Coast Meridian Road to 1380 Coast Meridian Road
- From Eagle Ridge / Heritage Mountain: Approximately 12–15 minutes via Ioco Road or Heritage Mountain Boulevard to Coast Meridian Road north
- From Anmore / Belcarra: Approximately 18–22 minutes via Ioco Road to Barnet Highway to Coast Meridian Road
- For Port Moody families commuting westbound toward Vancouver: Drop off at Smiling Kids, then take Barnet Highway to Highway 1 or continue westbound — the Coquitlam direction aligns with the westbound commute for many Port Moody families working in Burnaby or Vancouver
Why Port Moody Families Use North Coquitlam Daycare
Port Moody has licensed childcare capacity, but licensed Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) — the category specifically for infants — is limited throughout the Tri-Cities. Cross-municipal infant care enrollment is common in Metro Vancouver, particularly when:
- The family’s commute route passes through Coquitlam or North Coquitlam (very common for Port Moody families commuting westbound)
- Local Port Moody infant programs have full waitlists (12–18 months is typical throughout the Tri-Cities)
- A specific quality program outside Port Moody offers a sooner spot than local waitlists
- BC’s CCFRI and ACCB subsidies apply equally regardless of which Tri-Cities municipality the daycare is in
BC Subsidies for Port Moody Families at Smiling Kids
Port Moody families using Smiling Kids receive identical subsidy access to families from any other municipality:
- CCFRI: Up to $900/month automatic reduction. BC-wide program. Smiling Kids participates fully.
- ACCB: Up to $1,250/month income-tested. Apply at childcare.gov.bc.ca before your child’s start date. Not retroactive. Processing: 4–6 weeks.
About Smiling Kids — Licensed Infant Care Near Port Moody
- Fraser Health Group Child Care (Under 36 Months) licence
- Infants from approximately 4 months through toddler age (3 years)
- Maximum 12 children; 1:4 educator-to-child ratio
- ITE-credentialed educators in the infant room
- Individual feeding and sleep schedules
- Daily written parent reports
- Open-door policy — parents may visit at any time during operating hours
- Full CCFRI participation
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Frequently Asked Questions — Daycare Near Port Moody
Is there licensed infant daycare in Port Moody?
Yes — Port Moody has licensed childcare facilities. Use the ChildCareBC locator at childcare.gov.bc.ca to search by Port Moody address for Group Child Care (Birth to 3 Years) programs. Most established programs in the area have significant waitlists. Smiling Kids in adjacent North Coquitlam (15–20 min) is an alternative for Port Moody families.
Can I receive CCFRI at a Coquitlam daycare if I live in Port Moody?
Yes. CCFRI is a provincial program that applies at participating licensed centres regardless of where the family lives. A Port Moody family using Smiling Kids in North Coquitlam receives the full CCFRI reduction (up to $900/month) on their invoice.
Is Eagle Ridge Hospital near Smiling Kids?
Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody is approximately 12–15 minutes from Smiling Kids via Heritage Mountain Boulevard and Coast Meridian Road. Healthcare workers working shifts at Eagle Ridge Hospital can use Smiling Kids for morning drop-off before their shift. Our 7:30 AM opening accommodates early healthcare shift workers.
Join Our Waitlist — Serving Port Moody Families
1380 Coast Meridian Rd, North Coquitlam, BC V3E 0E9 | 604-600-4393 | Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
Considering Smiling Kids in Coquitlam? See our complete guide to daycare in Coquitlam — programme details, 2026 costs with CCFRI ($10/day childcare), ACCB subsidy eligibility, and enrollment steps. For infants specifically: infant daycare Coquitlam. Subsidy eligibility: BC childcare subsidy 2026.
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🔗 Related Resources for Coquitlam Families
- Licensed Daycare Coquitlam — Smiling Kids Childcare Centre
- Infant Daycare Coquitlam (4–18 Months)
- BC Childcare Subsidy Coquitlam: CCFRI + ACCB Explained
- How Much Does Daycare Cost in Coquitlam? 2026 Figures
- Childcare in Coquitlam BC — What Parents Need to Know
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