Earth Child Montessori School Alderbridge Way

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. August 26, 2026 - LO noted that the baseboard heater in a small room (within room#15) has not been address and is still coming away from the wall. The cubbies in Room #15 are under 4 feet. LO recommends that staff determine the risk of these tipping when child stand on the bench to reach items up high. June 9, 2026 - Discussion with Manager that the cubbies (over four feet) in one of the SA rooms are not secure to the floor. It is your responsibility to ensure furnishing are safe and sturdy. LO also observed that the baseboard heater in one of the small rooms within the same SA room are not secure as it is coming away from the wall. Other items noted appear to be corrected. January 14, 2026 - Within the SA space, LO observed that one of the baseboard heaters is coming away from the wall and in the other small room, there are wires coming out from the wall that are covered (hidden) by a cardboard box of storage items. The cubbies at the entrance (appear over 4 feet) are not secured to the walls, which could be a hazard.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGHazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. While these two rooms are made up of SA children, there are cupboards (wall and under sink) that are accessible and contain some cleaning solutions / bleach & water solution. It was also discussed that items stored throughout the space that is making space cluttered and hard to keep clean. LO also noted that in Room #8, there is a second door that leads to general storage area with external building access to the outdoor play area. The door to this space is unlocked with direct access by children. LO is concerned that children can access this space with items that are not appropriate, safe or clean.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. While most children's files are available through the online system, there was at least two children with no information available and some children with either a one page "summer camp" form that does not contain all the required documentation or children have incomplete files. The files are missing the following: - medical insurance information / start date / emergency contact in addition to parent

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. June 9, 2026 - Discussion with Manager that the cubbies (over four feet) in one of the SA rooms are not secure to the floor. It is your responsibility to ensure furnishing are safe and sturdy. LO also observed that the baseboard heater in one of the small rooms within the same SA room are not secure as it is coming away from the wall. Other items noted appear to be corrected. January 14, 2026 - Within the SA space, LO observed that one of the baseboard heaters is coming away from the wall and in the other small room, there are wires coming out from the wall that are covered (hidden) by a cardboard box of storage items. The cubbies at the entrance (appear over 4 feet) are not secured to the walls, which could be a hazard.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical

  The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction.  They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]

  Observation. Within the SA space, LO observed that one of the baseboard heaters is coming away from the wall and in the other small room, there are wires coming out from the wall that are covered (hidden) by a cardboard box of storage items. The cubbies at the entrance (appear over 4 feet) are not secured to the walls, which could be a hazard.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGCare PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. As noted above, there is a child who requires an Epi-Pen. While the staff were able to locate and bring the Epi-Pen to the same room the child was in, there was no care plan available. This care plan must be current and available to guide staff on what to do in case of emergency.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. A sampling of files were reviewed, LO noted that some are missing the following items - Emergency contact (in addition to parents), immunization status was not clear for a few children (forms partially completed or forms state status is attached - but no information is attached).

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that the licensee does not have written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent for 1 child.

• STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all staff records and observed that a criminal record check has not been obtained for 2 staff.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISIONSafe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Education/Injury Prevention: Exposure to harmful UV rays is minimized by appropriate scheduling. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. LO observed that the entire outdoor play space is under direct sunlight posing a risk of exposure to harmful UV rays.

• MEDICATIONMedicationNon-critical

  Upon agreeing to administer medications, a competent employee is available at all times to administer and document administration of the medications. [CCLR Sec. 53(3)]

  Observation. LO observed that two children with life threatening allergies did not have on file a request for administration of medication form completed.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURESEmergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that the facility does not appear to have adequate emergency supplies such as food and water rations for children up to 72 hours.

• RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed 2 children's records in which the parents have listed themselves as the emergency contact.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• MEDICATIONMedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. LO observed that the EpiPen for one child expired in January 2022.

• STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed a criminal record check has not been obtained for one staff.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGPlay Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that a new climber and ground surfacing has been installed. The equipment has been purchased from outside the country and installed by the Licensee. Additional information about the equipment and installation has been requested to assess compliance.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGPlay Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that the climber continues to appear in poor repair and the woodchips previously used as resilient surfacing around the climber have been removed. The Licensee stated that renovations for the play area will begin this week.