Sprouts And Blossoms

• C3.1 - Does the facility have sufficient employees who possess adequate training and experience to meet the care, supervision, and needs of the children?Non-critical

  Observation. The licensee's ECE certificate was not validated. Verification of certificates is required for all educators to confirm validity. No action is required as this issue was corrected during inspection.

• C4.1 - Are facility records current and complete?Non-critical

  Observation. Children's records did not include immunization status as required. Update current child files with immunization status and create a system to ensure that immunization status is recorded for all future enrollments. Outdoor play space inspections have not been recorded since September 6, 2024. Provide a plan outlining how the licensee will ensure recording of all play space inspections, maintenance, etc. going forward.

• 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. The licensee does not have a repayment agreement developed.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• C10.2 - Are children supervised, and are employee to children ratios maintained?Critical

  Observation. During today's inspection, Licensing observed preschool age children going inside alone to use the washroom while the group and caregiver remain in the outdoor area. Licensing reviewed the Licensee's supervision practice with children when the group is outside and a child needs to use the washroom. The Licensee is to develop a detailed plan of what washroom supervision will look like and how she will ensure children are supervised at all times. Licensing will email the Licensee a supervision handout resource to assist in the development of the plan.

• C6.1 - Are acceptable hygiene practices maintained?Non-critical

  Observation. While present during the inspection, Licensing observed a child not wash hands after using the washroom. The Licensee was informed prior to Licensing leaving the facility.

• 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. During discussions and review of facility documentation, it was apparent the Licensee has not recorded the annual practice for the emergency preparedness plan with children. Please submit an updated copy of the emergency plan to Licensing that includes detail of what the practice with children will look like annually.

• 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. Licensing observed the air conditioning unit in an area children play and access in the outdoor play space. Licensing discussed temporary solutions for making the unit inaccessible until a permanent structure may be installed. The follow up date is in regards to submitting a temporary plan to Licensing of how the Licensee will ensure children are not able to touch and access the unit.

No violations recorded at this inspection.