My name is Ana Ojala. Founder, Owner, and Director of Nurture by Nature Early Learning Academy. I am a wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. My work in early childhood education is deeply shaped by my lived experience. ​​

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I have been a stay at home mom and a working parent.  I used licensed and unlicensed childcare.  I understand the challenges of finding care that truly aligns with my values.  One year my maternity leave was almost over and it literally hurt my heart to go back to work because I was not happy with the childcare choices available.  I knew my children deserved better. Living in a small community doesn't mean settling for less than exceptional or nationally recognized quality childcare.

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That conviction led me back to university where I immersed myself in contemporary, child-centred learning theories and practices.  These are the types of programs that I once searched for as a parent and that I now proudly offer to the Brooks community!

Strong beginnings matter, for children, families, and communities. For over 20 years I have created early learning environments that honour each child's individual development and celebrate the joy of early childhood.  This work is both my profession and my passion.

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I am honoured to have received the Prime Minister's award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education. While this recognition reflects my leadership and capacity to provide quality early learning in our community,  it also highlights the importance of making high quality early learning accessible across Canada.  

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At Nurture by Nature, we believe all early learning programs should meet and exceed the highest standards found anywhere in the country.