Our Munchkin Childcare & STEM Preschool

About Our Munchkin Childcare & STEM Preschool

Our Munchkin Childcare & STEM Preschool is an early childhood education center located in the Cleardale neighborhood of London, Ontario. Serving children from six weeks of age through preschool, the facility provides a nurturing environment that combines daycare services with a preschool curriculum inspired by Montessori principles. The center describes itself as the first full-service early STEM education company in Canada, offering a seamless experience that integrates daycare and preschool learning. The programs are designed to foster curiosity and growth through hands-on activities and a curriculum focused on the four core principles of STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. For infants, the center offers trusted care with low ratios, sensory play, and personalized routines. Toddlers engage in language development, socialization, and an introduction to STEM learning, while preschoolers participate in creative learning, cognitive exploration, and enrichment classes such as Art, Music, and Dance. The facility also provides nutritious meals and snacks on-site, utilizes an oversized outdoor playground open year-round, and offers the CWELCC program for affordable childcare. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Nikhita and Shantanu Patil, the business was established to provide high-quality, STEM-focused childcare based on the owners' personal experiences. Nikhita holds a Master's in Teaching from the University of Toronto and has over a decade of experience in Montessori and childcare. Shantanu holds a Master's in Industrial Engineering from Texas Tech University and has management experience with companies like Amazon. The center emphasizes conscious parenting, offering guidance to families on topics such as managing separation anxiety and nurturing independence. Practical features include a fob system for secure access, daily updates for parents via an app, and a staff trained in first aid and CPR.