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The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre

Licensed Group
1243 Nelson St, Nanaimo

The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre is a licensed group daycare in Nanaimo, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.

Licensed

Availability

Under 36 monthsNo spaces
30 months to 5 yearsNo spaces
Licensed preschoolNo spaces
Grade 1 to age 12No spaces

Vacancy last reported: June 17, 2026

Licensing

License number1381656
License statusOperating
Health authorityIsland Health
OperatorEnchanted Woodland Children’s Society

Health & safety record

19 findings recorded across 14 inspections since 2021. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.

June 26, 2026Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 13, 2025RoutineNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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May 22, 2025Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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December 16, 2024Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 19, 2024Routine2 items noted
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a)name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number (MSP number does not apply to REC only) and immunization status.

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 children's files. One was missing birthdate and MSP number. While on site the birthdate was collected and recorded.

    Corrective action. Ensure to keep a record for each child showing date of birth and MSP number.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid 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

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 9 of 9 staff files. Three were missing ECE validation from the ECE Registry. While on site, all 3 validations were added to the staff files.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person as an educator until the Licence has been verified by the ECE Registry.

    3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
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December 8, 2023Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 28, 2023Follow-Up1 item noted
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
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November 16, 2023Routine1 item noted
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact

    Observation. Licensing audited 10 of 32 children's records and observed that one child's record was missing both the doctor's name and phone number and the emergency contact's name and phone number.

    Corrective action. Ensure children's records are current and complete, including doctor's name and phone number, and the emergency contact's name and phone number.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
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January 20, 2023Follow-UpNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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January 18, 2023Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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December 13, 2022Non-Visit Follow-up4 items noted
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information:(i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One file was missing a photo.

    Corrective action. Ensure to have a photo/digital image for each child that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(i)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information:(i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency
    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(i)
  • The licensee must develop the care plan in consultation,with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent.

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One child did not have a care plan developed for a medical condition.

    Corrective action. Ensure to develop a care plan in consultation with parents & any persons requested by parents.

    3070 - CCLR 58(2)(a)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One file was missing medical practitioners name and number.

    Corrective action. Ensure to have record for each child of medical practitioners name and number.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
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November 28, 2022Routine3 items noted
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information:(i) a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One file was missing a photo.

    Corrective action. Ensure to have a photo/digital image for each child that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(i)
  • The licensee must develop the care plan in consultation,with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent.

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One child did not have a care plan developed for a medical condition.

    Corrective action. Ensure to develop a care plan in consultation with parents & any persons requested by parents.

    3070 - CCLR 58(2)(a)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact

    Observation. Licensing reviewed 10 of 37 children's files. One file was missing medical practitioners name and number.

    Corrective action. Ensure to have record for each child of medical practitioners name and number.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
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November 5, 2021Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 1, 2021Routine8 items noted
  • A licensee must display in a prominent place in the community care facility the certificate of any educator or assistant employed to work in the community care facility.

    Observation. Licensing observed 4 Staff without certificates posted.

    Corrective action. Ensure to display in a prominent place in the community care facility the certificate of any educator or assistant employed to work in the community care facility. Action/s required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3080 - CCLR 11(4)
  • 3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)

    Observation. Licensing audited 10 out of 34 child records. Two children's records missing medical practitioner contact phone number.

    Corrective action. Ensure all children's records have medical practitioner contact phone numbers. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (b) character references in respect of the person

    Observation. Licensing audited 9 staff files. Licensing observed one staff file missing one character reference.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person without character references in respect of the person. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3010 - CCLR 19(1)(b)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: a record of the person’s work history

    Observation. Licensing audited 9 staff files. Licensing observed one staff file missing a resume.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person without first obtaining a record of the person's work history. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3010 - CCLR 19(1)(c)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person’s training and skills

    Observation. Licensing audited 9 staff files. Licensing observed one staff file missing an ECE certificate. While on site, staff submitted a photograph of the certificate.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person before obtaining a certificate or evidence of training/skills. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3010 - CCLR 19(1)(d)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: evidence that the person has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control programs

    Observation. Licensing audited 9 staff files. Licensing observed two staff files missing immunization status. While on site Licensing observed two staff members completing a record of immunization and it being added to the staff file.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person until you have obtained immunization status. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3010 - CCLR 19(1)(f)
  • A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid certificate issued under Division 2 and the Licensee has verified certification

    Observation. Licensing audited 9 staff files. Licensing observed that 2 of 9 staff had not had their ECE certificates verified.

    Corrective action. Ensure not to employ a person without first verifying educator or assistant certification. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
  • A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (a) name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status

    Observation. Licensing audited 10 out of 34 child records. Two children's records missing immunization dates.

    Corrective action. Ensure all children's files have records showing immunization status. Action/s Required by Licensing: Follow-Up Inspection to be conducted.

    3070 - CCLR 57(2)(a)
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Inspection data from Island Health, last synced July 7, 2026.

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

Is this daycare licensed?

Yes. The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre is licensed by Island Health under license number 1381656.

Does this daycare offer infant care?

No. The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre is not reported to serve children under 36 months.

Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?

Yes. The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre 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 June 17, 2026.

Are inspection reports available?

Yes. The Enchanted Woodland Childcare Centre'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 June 26, 2026.

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Operated by

Enchanted Woodland Children’s Society

Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 8, 2026.

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