A Place To Play
A Place To Play is a licensed group daycare in Sparwood, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: July 9, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
1 critical and 4 non-critical findings recorded since 2020.
September 1, 2026Routine Inspection2non-critical
- C2.1 - Are written policies and procedures in place to guide employees in all matters regarding the care and supervision of children?Non-critical
Observation. It was disclosed the emergency plan in full has not been practiced by all staff in the past year. The emergency evacuation drill has been practiced, however the remaining emergencies as per the plan have not. Employees who are unfamiliar with the emergency plan may pose a risk to children in care in the event of an emergency. A response is required by September 11, 2026 to confirm the risk has been mitigated.
- C7.1 - Is the facility safe, sanitary, free from hazards, in good repair, and appropriate for the age and development of children?Non-critical
Observation. Each program room has a humidifier on a high shelf that is plugged into an outlet beneath the shelf. The electrical cords for each are hanging loosely within reach of the children. The accessible cords pose a risk to children as the units have potential to be pulled off the shelf or the cords may pose a risk to the health and safety of the children in care. A response is required by September 8, 2026 to confirm the risk has been mitigated.
August 20, 2025Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 15, 2024Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 5, 2023Routine Inspection1non-critical
- C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical
Observation. Daily outdoor play space inspections are being conducted however not documented.
May 11, 2022Routine Inspection1critical, 1 non-critical
- C3.2 - Are persons qualified and appropriately replaced?Critical
Observation. ECE certificates must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry.
- C7.1 - Is the facility safe, sanitary, free from hazards, in good repair, and appropriate for the age and development of children?Non-critical
Observation. A system for ensuring the fridge temperature remains at 4 degrees Celsius needs to be implemented. A couple of play structures did not have six feet clearance around the equipment. The protective surfacing in a few areas was bare and needs to be replenished.
October 14, 2020Routine InspectionNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportInspection data from Interior Health, last synced October 8, 2026. Opening an Interior Health report shows a disclaimer page before the report.
Fees & funding
CCFRI participant
This facility participates in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which reduces parent fees.
Contact this facility directly for current fee information and waitlist availability.
Frequently asked questions
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. A Place To Play is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. A Place To Play is an authorized participant in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), which lowers monthly fees for eligible families.
When was availability last updated?
The facility's vacancy information was last reported on July 9, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. A Place To Play's inspection history is published on this page, each linked to its official report from the regulating health authority. The most recent inspection on record is September 1, 2026.
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Operated by
Danielle Charlebois
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated October 13, 2026.
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