Golden Star's Early Learning Centre

• 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. Staff confirmed that a new shipment of emergency supplies has been ordered and is on its way.

• 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. Licensing was unable to observe a care plan for a child requiring extra support.

• 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. During today’s visit, Licensing was unable to confirm that the outstanding children’s immunization status had been obtained.

• HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health 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. Licensing observed a paper towel dispenser without paper towels available and all toilet stalls had no toilet paper available for children to access.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  The medications are not readily accessible to employees. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: *A child with an asthmatic condition was observed without asthma medication available on site. *A child with peanut and tree nut allergies was observed without an anaphylaxis medication available on site.

• 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: *Peanuts were found in the fridge despite the program have a child enrolled who has a peanut allergy. *Floor tiles were observed to be broken, with broken pieces hidden underneath a rug. This poses a tripping hazard. *Muddy Buddy suits and rain gear were observed hanging directly beside the toilet stalls, posing a hygiene concern due to potential exposure to contamination.

• 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 and water had expired in November 2025. As the expiration of the emergency supplies was previously cited during the last inspection, the food and water were not replenished upon expiry.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not keep a current care plan for each child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)]

• 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. Licensing observed all children's record and found the following: *A child attending the program without any records. *2 children required updated photograph. *3 children without immunization status.

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, which were corrected during the inspection: *The storage door to the boiler and electrical panel was unlocked and accessible to children. *A staff’s personal bag containing medication was located by the window and accessible to children. Licensing observed that the nap room is pitch black when the lights are turned off and the door is closed for napping, making it completely dark and preventing proper supervision of the children during nap time.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / First AidNon-critical

  First aid kits are readily accessible to all employees, including while care is provided away from premises. [CCLR Sec. 23(2)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the first aid kit did not contain any band-aids and lacked sufficient first aid supplies.

• 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. Licensing observed that a child requiring extra support did not have a care plan in place.

• 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)]; 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)]

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

  Observation. Licensing did not observe a up-to-date criminal record clearances for the two staff members working in the program, as well as the practicum student.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)] ; Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing reviewed the 2024 fire drill records and found no indication that an emergency drill had been conducted. Additionally, there are no records available for 2025 for an emergency drill. The Manager confirmed with Licensing that a fire drill was not conducted in April.

• 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. Some children are missing alternate pick up persons listed in their records.

• LICENSING / Posting 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)]

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing any notification of a parent, emergency contact or medical health officer made under CCLR section 55 [notification of illness or injury] is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(g)]; 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)]

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

• LICENSING / Posting 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. Not all staff had certificates posted.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing any notification of a parent, emergency contact or medical health officer made under CCLR section 55 [notification of illness or injury] is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(g)]; 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. Some children were missing immunization status / records, and indication for alternate authorized pick up person who is not the parent.

• STAFFING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

  Observation. Not all staff had complete staffing files.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the resources to be made available to the child requiring extra support by the licensee, including any adaptation of the facility necessary to ensure the child's safety or comfort, and any modification to the program of activities necessary to enable the child to participate in or benefit from the program. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(c)] ; For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the courses of action recommended by health care professionals to address the needs of the child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(b)]

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting other matters for which the licensee has agreed with the parent of the child to record compliance. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(e)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any modification to the program of activities for the child's benefit. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(c)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any behavioural guidance provided to the child, and its effect. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(d)]

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The area rug in the 3-5 main play area is curled up on the edges creating a tripping hazard.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the resources to be made available to the child requiring extra support by the licensee, including any adaptation of the facility necessary to ensure the child's safety or comfort, and any modification to the program of activities necessary to enable the child to participate in or benefit from the program. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(c)] ; For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the courses of action recommended by health care professionals to address the needs of the child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(b)] ; Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]

  Observation. Staff were unable to produce a current, signed care plan for a child with extra needs.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting other matters for which the licensee has agreed with the parent of the child to record compliance. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(e)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any modification to the program of activities for the child's benefit. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(c)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any behavioural guidance provided to the child, and its effect. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(d)]

  Observation. There is child who attends with extra needs. There is no evidence of compliance with care plan.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The large area rug in the main classroom has edges that are curled up creating a tripping hazard.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting other matters for which the licensee has agreed with the parent of the child to record compliance. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(e)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any modification to the program of activities for the child's benefit. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(c)] ; The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any behavioural guidance provided to the child, and its effect. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(d)]

  Observation. There were no records evident that indicated compliance with care plan compliance.

No violations recorded at this inspection.