B & W Montessori Learning Academy

A licensee must do all of the following: (b) operate the community care facility in a manner that will promote (i) the health, safety and dignity of persons in care,

Observation. There have been up to 5 children under the age of 3 in attendance. As per schedule E of the child care licensing regulation, there can be 3 children under the age of 3 at one time for the multi-age service type.

Corrective action. The Manager will provide a compliance plan.

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The attendance record was not completed for yesterday or today.

Corrective action. The manager signed in the children during the inspection.

The licensee must not permit a person over the age of 12 to be ordinarily present on the premises of a community care facility while children are present, unless the person is of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for that person.

Observation. A criminal record check (CRC) for a person who is over the age of 12 and lives in the home is not available. The Manager advised that this individual does not come into the child-care space.

Corrective action. The Manager advised that the individual will apply for a CRC.

A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

Observation. Fridge temperature not maintained between 0 and 4 degrees Celsius. Licensing observed that the fridge temperature was at 8 degrees Celsius.

Corrective action. The licensee said she will make sure the fridge temperature is lowered and under 4 degrees Celsius.

A licensee must keep current records of each of the following: (c) a record respecting compliance with section 22 (2) (b) and (c) [emergency training and equipment].

Observation. Licensing observed that the emergency evacuation plan is not practiced annually.

Corrective action. The licensee said she remembers do it last year around April/May, and will make sure she practices it soon with the children.

A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (c) daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure.

Observation. Licensing observed that there is no written record of daily attendance for the past 3 years.

Corrective action. The licensee thought it was not required to keep record of daily attendance records and stopped recording it since 2021. The licensee said she will make sure to record attendance every day moving forward.

A licensee must ensure that the community care facility and the furniture, equipment and fixtures within it are clean and in good repair while children are in attendance.

Observation. During inspection Licensing observed: -Children’s bathroom baseboard heater cover was covered in rust -Walls at children's eye level in the indoor play area, kitchen and bathroom had visible old dried stains that needed to be cleaned. Dust and dirt accumulation on the floor mouldings was also observed. -Sleep mats cannot be effectively sanitized because the outer edges of nap mats are starting to show signs of wear and tear, exposing the foam. -Mesh sliding screen door leading to the deck area fell down upon LO slight touch. Manager is aware of this and is planning to get it repaired or replaced. Licensing is concerned that a child may fall if they lean against this screen door.

Corrective action. A licensee must ensure that the community care facility and the furniture, equipment and fixtures within it are clean and in good repair while children are in attendance.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as (a) an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a certificate issued under Division 2 [Employee Qualifications], which must be verified by the system maintained by the early childhood educator registry. (Educator or assistant certificate validation)

Observation. 1 staff's certificate has not been validated. The Manager was not aware that ECE assistant certificates need to be validated. Licensing provided education that ECE & ECEA certificates needs to be validated through the Early Childhood Educator Registry.

Corrective action. Please ensure that all staff records are complete.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (c) a record of the person's work history.

Observation. A record of one staff's work history was not obtained .

Corrective action. Please ensure all staff files are complete before start of employment.

A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

Observation. Licensing observed a ladder stored beside the outdoor shed in an area accessible to children.

Corrective action. Please ensure ladder is stored in a way that does not pose a risk to children.

A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Licensing observed the following accessible to children: ·Two containers of diaper cream This is a repeat contravention from inspection # KTOR-BQ9U4L and # KFIH-BD5QCR ·Flower bulbs stored in an empty flower pot container in the nap area.

Corrective action. Ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child.

The licensee must not permit a person over the age of 12 to be ordinarily present on the premises of a community care facility while children are present, unless the person is of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for that person.

Observation. One resident's criminal record check was expired. Manager stated that she was unaware that the criminal record check had expired.

Corrective action. Please ensure all residents over the age of 12 who live in the home have a current criminal record check.

A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (a) a criminal record check for the person.

Observation. The Licensing reviewed two staff files. Manager’s criminal record check was expired. Manager was unaware that criminal record check was expired.

Corrective action. Please ensure that all staff have a current criminal record check.

A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Licensing observed insect repellant located on a low shelf in the kitchen area accessible to children. Licensee removed insect repellant while Licensing was on site.

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child.

A licensee must ensure that a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are under the supervision of employees.

Observation. Licensing observed the following: - A large plant in a heavy pot was located on the edge of the kitchen island counter. The concern is that the plant could fall and cause harm to a child in care. - 2 electrical outlets in the main play area were uncovered and accessible to children.

Corrective action. Please ensure a healthy and safe environment is provided at all times while children are in care.

A licensee must ensure that children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to the health or safety of a child. Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Licensing observed the following accessible to children: - Bleach and water solution was stored on top of low drawers by the change table. This is a repeat contravention. - Medicated diaper cream was stored in an unlocked drawer by the change table. This is a repeat contravention. - Lysol disinfectant, adult nasal spray and rubbing alcohol were stored close to the edge of the kitchen counter. - Cleaning solution in a spray bottle was located on the kitchen floor. - Insect repellant was located on a low shelf in the kitchen area. All items were moved out of reach of children while Licensing was on site.

Corrective action. Please ensure children do not have access to any object or substance that may be hazardous to their health or safety.