Smiling Stars Daycare
Smiling Stars Daycare is a licensed group daycare in North Vancouver, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 8, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 26 non-critical findings noted since 2022.
March 3, 2026Routine1 non-critical
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical
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)]
April 2, 2025Routine1 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical
Equipment, furniture and supplies are located so as not to block or hamper exits in the case of fire or other emergency. [CCLR Sec. 15(1)(b)]
Observation. The emergency exit door from the playground would not open using the crash bar as the mechanism to release did not seem to be working.
July 30, 2024Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 16, 2024Routine2 non-critical
- MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical
The medications are not being administered to the child in the amount and/or at the times specified by the child's parent or in the child's record or care plan. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(a)]
Observation. There are diaper creams with medicinal content that do not have signed parent permission to administer.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. There is set of shelves over 4' in the bathroom that do not appear to be fixed to the wall. These shelves are full of unsecured items. There was a potty seat on the floor.
February 6, 2024Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportNovember 7, 2023Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJune 13, 2023Routine Follow-up2 non-critical
- 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)]
- 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 and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]
April 12, 2023Routine5 non-critical
- HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Health and HygieneNon-critical
Liquid hand soap and single use towels are not readily available at all hand wash sinks.
Observation. The program is using paper towels on a roll.
- 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. Near the entrance to the playground is a gap under the fence greater than 4".
- 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 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 and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]
Observation. Some children were missing information. ( photo, parent signature, emergency contact, parent name and phone number)
- STAFFING / Requirements of ManagerNon-critical
The manager does not manage more than one facility at a time. [CCLR Sec. 18]
Observation. The manager listed on the license is no longer there. The program is managed by the two other location managers yet no request to do so has been received by Licensing.
- STAFFING / Standards to be maintainedNon-critical
The licensee has appointed a manager for the community care facility. [CCALA Sec.7(1)(d) Standards to be Maintained]
Observation. The manager listed on the license is no longer in there.
May 25, 2022Routine Follow-up1 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
April 25, 2022Routine Follow-up5 non-critical
- 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. There is one handwashing sink available to children. The program had indicated it would be installing a trough sink with two spigots.
- 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)]
- LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical
The licence is displayed in a prominent place in the facility, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and including the name of the manager. [CCLR Sec. 11(1)(2); CCALA Sec.7(c)]
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
- 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. Staff certificates had not yet been verified. During inspection most of the certificates were verified, two remain outstanding.
April 7, 2022Routine9 non-critical
- 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)]
- HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Physical Requirements of FacilityNon-critical
There is a diaper changing area that is adjacent to a wash basin, that is located away from the food preparation area, and that has a covered container for soiled clothing. [CCLR Sec. 14(4)]
Observation. Observed diapers and wipes yet no mat or designated space to change diapers.
- LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical
The licence is displayed in a prominent place in the facility, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and including the name of the manager. [CCLR Sec. 11(1)(2); CCALA Sec.7(c)]
Observation. License was not observed.
- 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. No visible certificates posted.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. No thermometer in fridge and unclear cleaning and sanitizing protocols.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Design: Equipment is placed to reduce direct exposure to sun. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
Observation. No shade provided.
- 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. Some children's emergency cards missing.
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]
- 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. Incomplete staff files.
Inspection data from Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced July 8, 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
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. Smiling Stars Daycare is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Smiling Stars Daycare 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 8, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Smiling Stars Daycare'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 March 3, 2026.
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Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 8, 2026.
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