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Starfish Child Center

Licensed Family
1657 Philip Ave, North Vancouver

Spaces available

Infant / toddler · 30 months – 5 years

Reported by the daycare to its licensing program · Updated July 6, 2026. Confirm directly before applying.

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Starfish Child Center is a licensed family daycare in North Vancouver, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently reports available spaces for under 36 months and 30 months to 5 years.

Vacancy Reported

Availability

Under 36 monthsSpaces available
30 months to 5 yearsSpaces available
Licensed preschoolNo spaces
Grade 1 to age 12No spaces

Vacancy last reported: July 6, 2026

Licensing

Health authorityVCH

Health & safety record

No critical violations on record. 6 non-critical findings noted since 2024.

April 15, 2026Routine4 non-critical
  • HYGIENE AND COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL / Physical Requirements of FacilityNon-critical

    A covered container for soiled clothing has not been provided. [CCLR Sec. 14(4)(a)]

  • 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. Licensing observed a child requiring anaphylaxis medication and the medication have been expired since January 2026.

  • 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 two ventilation exhaust duct is attached to the fence and is intended for children’s play; however, it is secured with a metal strap that has exposed sharp edges. These edges are at a height accessible to children, posing a safety risk.

  • STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

    The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]

    Observation. Licensing observed that monthly fire drills are being recorded, with the most recent entry dated April 10, 2026. The Licensee confirmed that emergency drills have not been conducted in the past.

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May 21, 2025Routine Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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April 29, 2025Routine1 non-critical
  • RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

    The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

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May 1, 2024Routine1 non-critical
  • RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

    The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

    Observation. One child does not have an alternate pick up person listed.

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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. Starfish Child Center is not reported to serve children under 36 months.

Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?

Yes. Starfish Child Center 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 July 6, 2026.

Are inspection reports available?

Yes. Starfish Child Center'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 April 15, 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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