Apple Blossom Child Care Centre

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  Not in good repair.; Not safely constructed.

  Observation. Licensing observed that the outdoor fence is structurally unstable, with visible wood rot and sections of the fence becoming loose when pressure is applied. The fence is currently being temporarily secured with wooden panels; however, some of these panels are broken or have detached.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Emergency exits and fire drill system are approved by a local Fire Marshal. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(a)]

  Observation. The fire extinguisher is due for service on February 10, 2026.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records 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. This item has been previously cited in prior inspections.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

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

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed push pins and a lighter in one of the kitchenette drawers that was accessible to the children.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that all parental consents to contact a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness were on file, except for one child who is missing this consent.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records 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)]

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  The ratio of employees to children is less than that permitted in Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(b)]

  Observation. At the time of the inspection, there were 9 children with 1 ECE.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  The licensee has not obtained a criminal record check for all persons ordinarily present on the premises. [CCLR Sec. (20)(1)]

  Observation. There is an RA employed in the program who does not have a valid CRC.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

  Observation. The last recorded fire drill was May.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. The program does not record daily checks, only when maintenance is required.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. The ride 'em toys are showing signs of wear and tear, missing pedals, dirty. Several toys / equipment are dirty , missing parts to support use. ( equipment disrepair previously mentioned)

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. The entire outdoor play space continues to be an area of concern as previously noted on inspections conducted by other LO's. ( July 2020, April 2018) The wood is broken, rotting, uneven. The fence is loose in areas, panels are loose, paint is peeling. ( deadline to have entire playground painted was July 2021, given by CB in July 2020). The underside of the roof over the covered area is warped and showing signs of age, it would be appropriate to have this area evaluated for safety.

• PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

  Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

  Observation. There does not appear to be sufficient toys / equipment and materials in the outdoor play space to meet the developmental needs of this age group while using the outdoor portion of the facility.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. Both the school age and the 30 months to school age groups were lumped together, doing all of their activities together

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. The playground has been previously cited as requiring updates and upgrades on previous inspections.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

  Observation. The licencee was able to show that all staff had sent in their CRC requests.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Behavioural GuidanceNon-critical

  The behavioural guidance given to a child is consistent with any instructions in the child's care plan. [CCLR Sec.51(2)(a)]

  Observation. Guidance did not meet sect 51 (2) (a)

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Behavioural GuidanceNon-critical

  Behavioural guidance is appropriate to the age and development of each child. [CCLR Sec.51(1)(a)]

  Observation. Guidance did not meet Sec. 51 (1) (a)

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. Group of children does not comply with Schedule E, there was a school age child in attendance with the 30 months to school age group.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

  A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].

  Observation. Surfaces are not cleaned prior to sanitizing. Several windows open greater than 4". One window had blind cords hanging within children's reach. Back room had an electrical device plugged into an outlet with a cord and some plastic tape around it.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-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. Sleeping mats are showing signs of wear and have open and cracked edges - may limit the ability to adequately clean and sanitize.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed large bottles of soap in cupboard under the children's sink Children have access to the laundry room where laundry detergent and other hazardous substances could be available to children. Cupboard under the sink in children's bathroom was full of plastic bags.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. Many of the outdoor play materials , ride'em toys, trikes are broken and in a state of disrepair. On the playground was a cement cylinder with a metal pipe looking piece coming out of it that could prove hazardous should a child fall on it.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play 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 entire outdoor play space is showing extreme signs of wear and tear. This has been noted on previous inspections, most recently July 2020. A deadline of July 2021 was given for completion. However, there are currently areas of the playground that are not safe for use, specifically the brown climber / slide.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. The loose fill under and around the large brown play structure with slide does not meet minimum standards.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care 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. Care plans in the children's files were from 2019. One child's care plan does not have a parent signature nor the child's name.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. There is no record of playground inspections.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  The licensee has not obtained a criminal record check for all persons ordinarily present on the premises. [CCLR Sec. (20)(1)]

  Observation. Several staff were missing current and completed CRC's.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Employees caring for children who require extra support have the training and experience and demonstrate the skills necessary to care for those children. [CCLR Sec. 19(3)]

  Observation. Staff did not demonstrate Sec. 19 (3)