Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy
Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy is a licensed group daycare in Richmond, BC.
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 11 non-critical findings noted since 2021.
May 7, 2025RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 31, 2024Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 7, 2024Routine1 non-critical
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
Observation. LO observed that several children's records are incomplete.
April 27, 2023Routine1 non-critical
- STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical
Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
Observation. LO observed that manager's criminal record check expired last year. Another staff on site has a recently expired criminal record check.
May 3, 2022Routine2 non-critical
- POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]
Observation. LO observed that the fire extinguisher is overdue for servicing.
- STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical
Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
Observation. LO observed that the manager's criminal record check has expired.
October 8, 2021Routine Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 26, 2021Routine7 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. LO observed that the children's water bottles and lunch containers were stored in baskets. The water bottles were touching and the lunch containers were stacked posing a risk of cross contamination.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical
Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]
Observation. In the children's washroom, LO observed that the counter top above the cabinetry is being used as a storage space. A variety of boxes, containers and objects are stacked which poses a risk of injury.
- POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
There is an emergency plan that sets out procedures to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(b)]
Observation. LO observed that the facility did not have adequate emergency supplies on site such as food and water for up to 72 hours
- 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. LO observed that written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness has not been obtained for 7 children
- 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 date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]; A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
Observation. LO observed that the children's files are incomplete
- STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical
Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]; Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
Observation. LO observed that the staff files are incomplete
- STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical
Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]
Observation. LO observed that the fire drill system was not practiced for the month of January and March
Inspection data from Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced July 1, 2026.
Fees & funding
Contact this facility directly for current fee information and waitlist availability.
Frequently asked questions
When was availability last updated?
Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy has not reported a recent vacancy update. Contact the facility directly to confirm current availability.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy'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 May 7, 2025.
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Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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