West Oaks Childcare Ltd.
West Oaks Childcare Ltd. is a licensed group daycare in Parksville, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: July 5, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
5 findings recorded across 12 inspections since 2022. This health authority does not classify findings by severity.
April 29, 2026Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportNovember 28, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportOctober 20, 2025Follow-Up1 item noted
- Without limiting subsection (1), a licensee must ensure that the ratio of employees to children attending a community care facility is no less than that permitted in Schedule E.
Observation. Licensing observed two children in Multi Age care with a Responsible Adult. An Early Childhood Educator is required for compliance with Schedule E.
Corrective action. Ensure that ratios of employees to children is no less than permitted in Schedule E.
3030 - CCLR 34(2)(b)
September 25, 2025Routine1 item noted
- Without limiting subsection (1), a licensee must ensure that the ratio of employees to children attending a community care facility is no less than that permitted in Schedule E.
Observation. Licensing observed two children in Multi Age care with a Responsible Adult. An Early Childhood Educator is required for compliance with Schedule E.
Corrective action. Ensure that ratios of employees to children is no less than permitted in Schedule E.
3030 - CCLR 34(2)(b)
July 21, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJuly 21, 2025ComplaintNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 29, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportOctober 17, 2024Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportSeptember 9, 2024RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportSeptember 27, 2023RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportOctober 13, 2022Non-Visit Follow-up2 items noted
- A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the licensee using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
- A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care
Observation. Licensing observed 15 children in care in the Group Child Care (School Age) program. Licence states max group size of 12 children. Licensee stated they operate an "unlicensed Daycamp" during school closures. The day of the inspection was a pro-d day so the school was closed. Facility Licence needs to be amended to state the Licensed program does not operate on days of school closure or the Licensee needs to operate within the terms and conditions of the Licence.
Corrective action. Ensure to operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety & dignity of person in care.
3050 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
September 26, 2022Routine1 item noted
- A licensee must do all of the following:(b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety and dignity of persons in care
Observation. Licensing observed 15 children in care in the Group Child Care (School Age) program. Licence states max group size of 12 children. Licensee stated they operate an "unlicensed Daycamp" during school closures. The day of the inspection was a pro-d day so the school was closed. Facility Licence needs to be amended to state the Licensed program does not operate on days of school closure or the Licensee needs to operate within the terms and conditions of the Licence.
Corrective action. Ensure to operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote the health, safety & dignity of person in care.
3050 - CCALA 7(1)(b)(i)
Inspection data from Island Health, last synced July 2, 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
Is this daycare licensed?
Yes. West Oaks Childcare Ltd. is licensed by Island Health under license number 274394.
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. West Oaks Childcare Ltd. is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. West Oaks Childcare Ltd. 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 5, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. West Oaks Childcare Ltd.'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 29, 2026.
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Operated by
Katrina Lawson
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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