Screen time policy at Surrey BC licensed childcare is one of the most practically and philosophically significant questions families ask. BC’s MCFD licensing provides guidance on screen time in licensed care, and quality centres take a clear, research-based position. This guide covers screen time policy at Surrey BC licensed childcare in 2026.
BC MCFD Position on Screen Time in Licensed Childcare
BC’s Child Care Licensing Regulation and the BC Early Learning Framework both support minimal or no recreational screen time for children in licensed childcare — aligned with the Canadian Paediatric Society’s recommendation of no recreational screen time for children under 2, and no more than 1 hour per day for 2–5 year olds. Quality Surrey BC licensed childcare centres use screens for limited, purposeful educational content only (if at all) — not as a management or entertainment tool. A centre that relies on TV or tablets to manage children during transitions or free play is not providing quality care. Ask any centre on your tour: what is your screen time policy and how many minutes per week do children spend on screens? See our complete screen time guide.
Mini Minds Childcare: Screen-Minimal Environment in Newton, Surrey BC
Mini Minds Childcare maintains a screen-minimal environment aligned with BC Early Learning Framework and Canadian Paediatric Society guidance. Newton, Surrey BC. MCFD-licensed, MCFD-licensed. Ask about our screen time policy on your tour.