Our Staff
We are a fully licensed child care facility. We previously were accredited before this program was dissolved and incorporated into the new licensing regulations. We are dedicated to providing the best child care, support services, and fun to your children. We are certified child care professionals and believe that learning is lifelong. We are privileged to be part of your child's lives and are thankful you are a part of ours.
Jessica
Hi, my name is Jessica Brown. I am a mother to 3 and reside in Didsbury. I started working in the childcare industry in 2014 which is when I received my Child Development Assistant Certificate. Since then, I have attended Lethbridge College where I received an Honours with Distinction Diploma in Early Childhood Education. In 2016 myself and my best friend pursued our dreams and opened a Daycare together allowing us to create a fun educational environment for children. I am very fortunate to have found a passion where I get to come to work every day and truly love and enjoy what I do. I love getting the opportunity to engage with each child, watching as they learn and grow and getting to be a part of each child’s unique journey.
Michel
Hi, my name is Michel Murphy and I work at Little Duckling Daycare on floor casually and full time as their bookkeeper as well as for my father at our family business. As if I was not busy enough already, I have also recently become a Zyia rep as I found their products amazing and wanted to share them with my family and friends. I have lived in Sundre for over 30 years and started working in the childcare industry in 2016. This is when I discovered how much I enjoy working with children, while getting the opportunity to see the world through the eyes of a child.
Shay
Hello, I am Shay Closter. I have lived in Sundre for 14 years and graduated high school here in 2021. I have always had a great passion for working with children ever since I was a young child. As I got older, I began babysitting frequently which has led me to follow my dream of working with children. I started at Little Duckling Daycare in January 2023 and have loved it, watching the children learn new skills and explore the world around them is the highlight of my day.
Caitlyn
Hello, my name is Caitlyn Chappell! I’m originally from Ontario and moved to Sundre in 2015, where I’ve since settled down, bought a house and started a family of my own. I’ve always enjoyed being around kids and seeing their imagination come to life through play and as an adult getting to experience the excitement again of various events through their eyes has been a real joy. I started working with Little Duckling Daycare in 2024 and excited to spend my time working closely with children to help them master new skills and fine tune already developing skills. When I’m not at the daycare, you’ll find me curled up with a good book, or exploring the west country with my camera in hand.
Sheryl
Hi, my name is Sheryl Murphy. I am a mother of 2 beautiful girls and grew up in Sundre, which is where I received my high school diploma. In 2009 I graduated Marvel College as a certified esthetician; however, in 2012 I started working in the childcare industry and realized this is where my true passion was. Ever since I was a small child, I always enjoyed children and caring for them. Shortly after beginning my journey in childcare, I received my Child Development Assistant certificate. One thing led to another and now have my Child Development Certificate, my Child Development Diploma as well as owning my own daycare with my best friend. Together we have been able to create a program that we believe allows children to be themselves while learning and developing in a fun environment. Children thrive when they are nurtured in close, consistent relationships, which is our goal for all children and families in Little Duckling Daycare.
Jealene
Hi, my name is Jealene McIntyre. I’ve been living in Sundre for six years, this is a place I can truly call home. I love being able to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, where they can grow and learn. I’ve been a part of the Little Duckling family for five years and it has been such an honor to be a part of many children’s lives as they grow.
Erin
Hi, my name is Erin Hale. I am originally from Stony Plain but moved to Olds 8 years ago, where I currently live with my husband and 2 girls. I work part time for Alberta Health but have always had a passion working with children which lead me to apply with Little Duckling Daycare where I now work part time. My favorite part about working with children is watching them express themselves through play. Having a job where I could play, teach and watch children be silly all while having fun is a one of the many highlights of working in this industry.
Candace
Hi, my name is Candace Sewepegaham, and I have been working at Little Duckling Daycare since February 2025. I got my Level One certificate back in 2021 while I was attending high school. I love spending time with children and having a helping hand in their development. I love being able to see the children grow up. I have lived in Sundre for the past 9 years and graduated from Sundre High School in 2021.