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Guided by Purpose, Inspired by Possibility

“NEURO-INSPIRED LEARNING, NURTURING IMAGINATION.”

NINI Early Learning is a fully licensed childcare centre in West Vancouver. We offer a premium early learning experience informed by neuroscience and best practices in early childhood education. Our educators create an environment where children feel safe, inspired, and supported as they grow in confidence, creativity, and independence. Families are welcomed as essential partners, and together we form a vibrant community that extends well beyond the classroom. We strive to set a new standard for early education in British Columbia and beyond.

Mission
NINI Early Learning nurtures the whole child — heart, mind, body, and spirit — in a warm, inclusive, and inspiring environment. Rooted in neuroscientific research and timeless educational principles, we partner with families to inspire curiosity, creativity, and resilience, fostering capable, compassionate individuals ready to thrive. Together, we build a vibrant community where children, families, and educators flourish.

Vision
We imagine a world where every child’s curiosity glows like a firefly, guiding a joyful journey of lifelong discovery, confidence, and kindness.

Our Commitment to Families

All-in-One Family Hub

NINI is more than an early learning centre. We are a one-stop destination for families, designed to support both children and parents beyond the classroom. Alongside our full-time early learning programs, families can access after-hours enrichment classes, summer camps, and practical parent workshops that extend learning and connection into everyday life.

Our curated shop offers essentials and educational materials to bring the NINI experience home, while our vibrant community events strengthen the bonds between children, families, and
educators. By creating a hub of resources and relationships, we ensure that families feel supported at every step of their journey.

Our Educational Philosophy & Guiding Principles

At NINI, we blend neuroscience with trusted early childhood practice to nurture curious, capable learners, using play-based, emergent learning and strong family partnerships to create a warm, supportive community.

Children, Families, Educators

Children are capable; families lead; educators extend strengths, interests, and questions.

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Relationships

Trusting relationships anchor belonging, resilience, and learning.

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Reflective Practice

Educators observe, reflect, and adjust plans to keep learning responsive and high quality.

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Inclusive Environments

Welcoming, accessible spaces honour diverse identities and support every child’s participation.

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Land, Culture, Community

We respect land and culture and align practice with reconciliation and children’s rights.

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Play-Based Learning

Play drives exploration, meaning-making, and early literacy, numeracy, and problem solving.

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Holistic Development

We support whole-child growth across physical, social-emotional, spiritual, and cognitive domains.test

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Discover Our Curriculum

Our Journey

2019

2023

2024

2025

2019 — A Plus Daycare Opens

Launched in West Vancouver, quickly recognized for its nurturing programs, dedicated educators, and strong community trust.

2023 — The Vision for NINI

Building on the success of A Plus Daycare, planning began for a next-generation early learning centre. The NINI concept was developed, bringing together neuroscience, innovative curriculum, and a premium environment designed for children and families.

2024 — Preparing for Launch

Finalizing the brand, curriculum, and licensing, NINI Early Learning prepared to open its doors at Park Royal as a leader in modern early education.

2025 — NINI Early Learning Opens

A new chapter begins — offering a premium, research-aligned early learning experience for families in British Columbia and beyond.

About the Founder of NINI Early Learning

  • Dr. Behnaz Nikjou, PhD

  • Licensed Infant Toddler Educator & Former Physician

Dr. Behnaz Nikjou brings a unique blend of medical expertise, public health leadership, and early childhood education experience to her role as Founder and Director of NINI Early Learning.

Her career began in medicine, where she practiced as a physician for 17 years and served as Head of the Prevention and Control of Diseases Unit in Tehran. In that role, she directed national public health programs, including vaccination campaigns and disease prevention initiatives, and contributed to humanitarian efforts as a member of the Iranian Red Crescent.

After immigrating to Canada, Dr. Nikjou transitioned her lifelong commitment to children and families into the field of early education. She became a licensed Infant Toddler Educator and, in 2019, established A Plus Daycare in West Vancouver. Under her leadership, the centre built a strong reputation for personalized care, trusted educators, and high-quality programs that nurtured children’s physical, emotional, and cognitive development.

With the launch of NINI Early Learning, Dr. Nikjou has combined her deep knowledge of child health and development with modern neuroscience and best practices in education. Her vision is to create a premium learning environment where children grow in confidence, creativity, and independence, and where families are supported as essential partners in the educational journey.

Our Core Values

At NINI, our values bring our mission to life each day. They reflect our promise to children, families, and the wider community, guiding every decision and shaping the environment we create.

Excellence in Education

We uphold the highest standards in early learning, delivering exceptional quality through a modern, research-aligned curriculum.

Personalized Care

Every child is unique, and so is our approach. We provide individualized support that ensures each learner feels seen, valued, and empowered.

Innovation with Purpose

Our forward-thinking mindset embraces neuroscience and best practices to continually raise the bar for early education.

Community Partnership

We build strong relationships with families, creating a collaborative community rooted in trust, respect, and shared growth.

Whole-Child Well-Being

We nurture holistic development through nutritious organic meals, wellness initiatives, and safe, inspiring spaces where children can thrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

We welcome children starting at 9 months of age up to 5 years, depending on the program level (Infant, Toddler, or Preschool). Each program is thoughtfully designed to support the developmental stage of your child.

Families can begin the process by completing our General Interest Form. After that, we invite you to book a tour of our centre to meet our educators, explore the classrooms, and ask any questions. Once you’ve decided to join, our team will guide you through the enrollment forms and help with everything you need to get started.

At NINI, learning begins with joyful play and grows into real academic skills. Each day, children explore through invitations to play, small-group projects, and multi-sensory activities in areas like stories, music, art, STEM, and outdoor discovery. Our curriculum is built on eight developmental domains and 35 research-validated skills, ensuring every child is supported step by step from infancy through kindergarten.

Learning feels hands-on and engaging while still being purposeful, measurable, and aligned with the BC Early Learning Framework.

You can read more about our curriculum.

Every child is unique, and our educators observe, document, and plan around each learner’s strengths, interests, and needs. We use developmental milestones as a guide but tailor activities so that children can grow at their own pace while feeling seen, valued, and supported.

Your child’s safety is our top priority. Our centre follows strict licensing and health regulations, with secure entry, age-appropriate equipment, and continuous supervision by certified educators. We also maintain rigorous cleaning and hygiene routines to keep our environment safe and healthy.

Yes. All of our educators are certified in first aid and CPR, and regularly participate in training to stay current with emergency protocols. We also conduct regular safety drills so that both staff and children know how to respond calmly and confidently in case of an emergency.

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