Chartwell Childcare - Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age)
Chartwell Childcare - Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age) is a licensed group daycare in Gibsons, BC.
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 21 non-critical findings noted since 2025.
July 21, 2026Routine6non-critical
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISIONBehavioural GuidanceNon-critical
Behavioural guidance is appropriate to the age and development of each child. [CCLR Sec.51(1)(a)]
Observation. When Licensing arrived, the program was in transition between play and nap. The transition was very chaotic. A frustrated staff took a child up by the wrist and pulled child over to the toys the child had thrown. The child did not participate in clean up, staff finally cleaned up the toys.
- LICENSINGPosting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical
The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]
Observation. Three ECEA certificates were displayed. The certificate for the ECE was not displayed.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGEnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. Program room has long counter with a large sink with cupboards and drawers below. Cupboard doors below sink are heavily damaged by water and in complete disrepair; the damage extends past the single cupboards doors under the sink. The countertop itself is also damaged and "fixed" with duct tape. There is a long set of cupboards above the counter that seem to loom forward, coming off the wall. Inside the cupboard doors, there is visibly separation of the cupboard structure.
- RECORDS AND REPORTINGCare PlansNon-critical
The licensee does not keep a current care plan for each child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)]
Observation. During inspection Licensing observed concerning behaviour by a child. Staff confirmed that this behaviour is typical and when asked, shared that there is no care plan for the child.
- RECORDS AND REPORTINGNotification of illness or injuryNon-critical
Licensing is notified within 24 hours after a child is involved in, or may have been involved in, a reportable incident described in Schedule H or has a reportable communicable disease. [CCLR Sec.55(2)(a)(b)]
Observation. Licensing observed incidents during inspection that are reportable to Licensing. Staff confirmed that the incidents observed have happened previously. No notice of incidents have been reported to Licensing.
- RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords Must Be AvailableNon-critical
All records referred to in CCLR sections 56 to 58 are kept in a single place at the facility. [CCLR Sec. 59(a)]
Observation. Records for staff were not kept at facility.
March 10, 2026Routine4non-critical
- 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. The outdoor playground is located alongside the parking lot. The area is fenced and gated; however, the gates do not latch and easily swing wide open on to the parking lot. Staff currently tie it shut with webbing.
- RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical
A record for each child containing the name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]
Observation. Emergency contact information was not recorded and in some cases the parent was listed as the emergency contact.
- STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical
Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
Observation. Criminal Record Clearance (CRC) letters were not kept for all employees
- STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical
A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]
Observation. There was no evidence of certificate verification for all employees.
August 27, 2025Routine7non-critical
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISIONGroup Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical
Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
Observation. Corrections made to situation observed during past complaint inspection; however, during conversation with staff in program, staff identified that the second person in the program was only observing and that the second person was due to begin work the following week; thus, second person in the room was not a staff person. This section continues to be non-compliant.
- CARE AND/OR SUPERVISIONGroup Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical
Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]
Observation. Corrections made to situation observed during past complaint inspection; however, during conversation with staff in program, staff identified that the second person in the program was only observing and that the second person was due to begin work the following week; thus, the second person in the room was not a staff person. This section continues to be non-compliant.
- RECORDS AND REPORTINGRecords For Each ChildNon-critical
A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
Observation. Indications of children's immunization status were missing from some children's files.
- STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical
Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(d)]; Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
Observation. Licensing observed 12 children in care during inspection. Facility did not have required documentation for second person in ratio. It could not be confirmed that the person was a fully onboarded employee.
- STAFFINGCharacter and skill requirementsNon-critical
A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]
Observation. Second person in facility did not have a verified ECEA certificate. It could not be confirmed that the person was a fully onboarded employee.
- STAFFINGCommunity Care Facility RecordsNon-critical
The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]
Observation. Correction made to files found noncompliant during past complaint inspection; however, there were no records for the second person working in program. It could not be confirmed that the person was a fully onboarded employee. Licensee must not employ a person in a facility unless the licensee has first obtained all documentation concerning skills and requirements.
- STAFFINGEmergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]
Observation. Fire drills were not recorded for the past two months.
January 13, 2025Routine4non-critical
- HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROLHealth and HygieneNon-critical
There is an established program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene. [CCLR Sec. 46(1)]
Observation. Children's bathroom is not stocked with hand soap or single use towels. After toileting, children are brought to sink in main play area to wash hands.
- MEDICATIONMedicationNon-critical
Medications are not accessible to children. [CCLR Sec. 53(2)]
Observation. Medication was stored on the counter in a plastic bag in the main playroom.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGHeated WaterNon-critical
Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]
Observation. Temperature of hot water is in excess of 49°C.
- 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. Facility is not yet equipped with emergency supplies.
Inspection data from Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced August 19, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
When was availability last updated?
Chartwell Childcare - Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age) has not reported a recent vacancy update. Contact the facility directly to confirm current availability.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Chartwell Childcare - Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age)'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 July 21, 2026.
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Last updated August 4, 2026.