Apple Tree Child Care Centre

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the sanitizing solution was not being changed on a regular basis It was also recommended that the Licensee have a set of cleaning and sanitizing solution in both the bathroom and the kitchen, to avoid cross contamination.

• 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 the following: - The Licensee has done a lot of work to the outside space in order to remove landscaping ground cover, which created a safety concern. A discussion was held with the licensee around providing ground cover surface supportive of the age and developmental care enrolled in the program. - There is a large concrete circle in the yard, which is concerning as it presents a risk of a tripping and cause an injury. - The toys and equipment are stained, dirty and showing there ware.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  There is current log of minor incidents, illnesses and unexpected events, that did not require medical attention and were not reportable incidents described in Schedule H. [CCLR Sec. 56 (1)(f)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the licensee/educator has a log book, but it has not be written in since 2023

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - One child requires their Medical insurance plan number. - One child requires medical practitioner contact information

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the fire drills have been conducted on a monthly basis, but the emergency plan has not been practiced at lease once in the year.

• 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 were no available single use towels to dry hands in either washroom.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The sand box was not covered. The mop and mop bucket ( liquid in bucket) were being stored in the bathtub in one washroom, accessible to children. These mops were dirty. There is an electrical outlet in the nap room that is missing it's cover. There did not appear to be a covered waste bin in either bathroom.

• 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. There was considerable debris and dirt throughout the facility, particularly the kitchen and bathrooms. The walls, door frames, areas near door handles had visible dirt and grime build up. There are areas of the walls that are chipped and have small holes making it very difficult to adequately wipe clean. The area around the kitchen sink had visible dirt and build up. This area did not appear to be clean nor sanitized. The fridge had dirt and grime build up on the outside and was very dirty on the inside.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  Observation. Several of the sleeping mats had tears and holes making it difficult to adequately clean and sanitize.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. No log was available for review. When asked the staff indicated that she did check but did not record.

• 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. The ECE present had an expired certificate validation on file. One staff who reportedly does work at this facility did not have references nor immunization status on file

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]

  Observation. No fire drill recorded for November, no yearly emergency drill recorded.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the licensee was not able to provide attendance records for today or the past week.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed that the Licensee isn't keeping a log of maintenance of equipment.

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. Licensing commented how there were no toys or items that would enhance or coordinate with the large equipment located outside. E.g. If offering a basketball hoop, a basketball would provided for part of the play. Also the basket ball hoop would be for the developmental age of the children receiving care. To meet schedule G : The mud kitchen would have kitchen toys and materials for enhancing all areas of development, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive,

• 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 observed the following: - soiled wall surfaces and chipped wall paint - stacked supplies over 4 feet in the main entrance way

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a slide that had been leaning not secured in the window of the playhouse for the children to slide on. Licensee removed it during the inspection. Licensing observed areas where the ground under the fence had eroded more than 4" space due to the house being built beside the child care facility. Licensing also observed that there is clover growing in the backyard, and there are large rocks, boulders, and large tree branches that are partially covered in the clover. There is a concern when children are running and playing that they may not be aware of the large rocks and tree branches, trip and hurt themselves.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56 (1) and CCALA 19]

  Observation. Licensing has reviewed the current policies and procedures and observed that there are some changes to be included to meet legislative requirements.

• 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. As noted in previous inspection report, Licensing observed that outdoor activities are limited based on child development, the time spent outside and the age of the children in care. Licensing commented how there were no toys or items that would enhance or coordinate with the large equipment located outside.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed that a log was being kept for inspections, maintenance and repairs, but there was nothing indicated on the form regarding the eroding ground from the neighbours house being built.

• 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 observed the following: - soiled wall surfaces, may require painting if stained. - stacked supplies over 4 feet in the main entrance way

• 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. Outdoor activities are too limited based on the capacity of the program, lack complete sets of play materials for outdoor activities that are appropriate for the age and development of the children in care. Licensing to provide a resource of ideas.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  Observation. LO observed the following: The photos of the children enrolled are not current

• 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]