Berkley Kids Club

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following items: *Both the children’s and adults’ washrooms do not have individual paper towels available. This poses a hygiene concern. *The portable potty toilets are not being cleaned immediately after use. During today’s visit, urine was observed remaining in the potty toilets.

• 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. Licensing observed the following: *Children’s plastic fence panels are located adjacent to the climber do not provide the required 6 ft clearance on all sides. *Metal stools stacked on top of one another near the water table pose a tipping hazard. *A round plastic children’s table stored on its side poses a tipping hazard by the water table. *Four toddler ride-on cars and huge metal tables were observed in the covered area. The Licensee confirmed that children use the cars in this space; however, there is limited room for safe maneuvering. This poses a risk of injury, as the restricted space does not allow children to use the cars safely and appropriately.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency 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. Licensing observed the emergency supplies and noted that the food expired in November 2025 and that emergency blankets were not included. Licensing recommends adding diapers, wipes, and a portable changing mat to the emergency supplies, as there are children in care who still require these items.

• 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. Licensing observed 4 children under the age of 36 months with one educator present during this inspection. A multi-age child care program can only have 3 children younger than 36 months with an educator as per schedule E of Child Care Licensing Regulation (CCLR). A conversation with Licensee regarding applying for a temporary placement request to comply with schedule E staff ratios and group sizes requirement.

• 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. One child with an allergy does not have a care plan.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. A sample of 6 children's files were reviewed by Licensing. 2 of 8 emergency cards had children's photos attached.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

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

  Observation. Licensing observed various loose electrical cords in the nap room these pose an entanglement hazard. Licensing observed knives in the dishwasher that were easily accessible to the children. The knives were removed from the dishwasher during the inspection. Licensing observed a pair of adult sized scissors on a table in the outdoor play space. The scissors were removed during the inspection.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency 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. Licensing observed that the facilities emergency supplies had gotten wet, these are mouldy and no longer safe to use.

• 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. Licensing observed that there was no logged record of daily outdoor inspections.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Treadmill that is not being used is stacked on its side in the nap room. Two of the legs are over a crib causing a potential hazard

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

  Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

  Observation. Daily playground checklist is kept at the bottom of the sign in sheets that are not being used. Ensure daily playground checklists are completed and kept in a binder for review by LO

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]; 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. Several children do not have an Immunization Record. New form was sent by email that allows parent to tick box The caregiver has daily sign in sheets but they were blank today. Caregiver states she throws the sheet away at the end of the day.

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

  Not free from hazards.

  Observation. There is a water feature located in the backyard. Although it doesn't work, there is standing water collected in the bottom of the water feature. This creates an opportunity for bacteria to collect. Licensing observed a sharp garden implement located at the side of the garden area

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]

  Observation. One child does not have a photo on file. This same child also does not have an emergency consent form on file