Kuddles Early Infant Stimulation Centre Ltd.

• 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. LO noted that the fence attached to a baby gate in one room was damaged and posed a potential risk to injury to children. The staff covered the damaged area with clear tape.

• 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. LO noted a music teacher employed by a company and not the licensee was present and scheduled to provide lessons at the facility. The teacher was not included in the staff-to-child ratio. The licensee had not obtained a Criminal Record Check (CRC) as required under CCLR Section 20. No documentation or file for the teacher was available on-site for licensing review.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 was an insufficient supply of loose part ( toys / balls / creative play ) available while the children were outside. LO mentioned this to the staff, asking if there were more balls or items for the play kitchen etc., and they shook their heads as if to indicate no, staff did not bring anything further out to support children's play.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. There are children with diaper cream that has medicinal content, yet no parent signed permission to administer was present.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Area carpets with curling edges create tripping hazards. Classroom activity sounds / volume too high due to high ceiling design. This has been discussed with the manager on previous visits. The addition of sound buffering materials on walls can support the reduction of excessive volume. Minimal shade outside, playground does not receive natural air flow and was very hot. Some corner protectors were missing from furniture.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]

  Observation. There are children with diaper cream that has medicinal content, yet no parent signed permission to administer was present.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Area carpets with curling edges create tripping hazards. Classroom activity sounds / volume too high due to high ceiling design. This has been discussed with the manager on previous visits. The addition of sound buffering materials on walls can support the reduction of excessive volume. Minimal shade outside, playground does not receive natural air flow and was very hot. Some corner protectors were missing from furniture.

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

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

  Observation. One washroom had janitorial supplies stored beside the toilets within reach of children.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.