Beacon Education Ltd Dba Willowbrae Academy Richmond South

• LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical

  The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]

  Observation. This contravention remains outstanding

• 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. This contravention remains outstanding.

• LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical

  The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]

  Observation. LO observed 2 certificates were not prominently displayed in the facility.

• 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. LO observed one medication did not indicate when it needs to be given to the child. Discussion took place to ensure all medication have the necessary information to successfully administer the medication.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  Medications are not accessible to children. [CCLR Sec. 53(2)]

  Observation. LO observed a bag pack containing several epi pens were accessible to children.

• 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. LO observed corners of some sleeping mats are worn at it's edges with the seams fraying.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. LO observed bleach bottles in bathrooms accessible to children.

• 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 reviewed two sets of attendance records and observed there were inconsistent number of children present between both documents. LO observed 1 emergency card did not indicate the child's allergy information and medication the child is currently taking.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all staff files: - 2 staff did not have character references - 1 staff did not have evidence to support they have complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. Originally found out of compliance on October 23, 2023. Licensing observed a care plan had not been updated.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the information provided in two care plans.

• 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]

  Observation. Licensing observed one staff file with out a criminal record check.

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 observed the playground to have limited materials and equipment for the capacity of children using the space to be able to offer a comprehensive and coordinated program outside. Licensing spoke with the manager regarding the developmental age of the children in the playground at the time of the inspection (children who will be going to kindergarten in September) and how the outdoor space was not meeting their needs. We discussed how staff are able to bring items from inside to the outside and returning them to the inside. We also discussed how important it is to purchase quality toys that can withstand the use of a centre this size, learning to take care of the toys and material they have. Once the yard is adapted to the programs needs, there is a routine of play and clean-up for staff and children to follow.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a child has a care plan which includes both Benadryl and an Epi-pen. Licensing provided a letter from the Medical Health Officer explaining the risks of both Benadryl and Epi-pen. Licensing spoke to the Manager regarding the Medical Health Officers position. Licensing to send the Manager the information to be provided to the parent.

• 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. It was explained to Licensing a staff member sets up the outdoor space in the morning. When Licensing arrived there were limited materials and equipment available to the children, capacity of 25. Licensing spoke to the staff. In the storage were a limited number of items, which were brought out. Tables frames where containers were required in order for children to be able to access, were found. With the additional set-up some of the children began to engage in a variety of independent activities, rather than teacher focused.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the information was out of date and the required prescription had expired. Based on the information on the care plan, the child is not to be in attendance without the child's current prescription.

• 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. Licensing observed children's emergency cards were not up to date, missing medical insurance information. Even though the enrolment of children met legislation requirements, Licensing, the Manager and the Assistant Director discussed the enrollment during rest time and how important it is to have a plan as to which child is in which classroom and it is documented. We discussed how the non-nappers could be away from the facility at this time and the staff in the program would not have the availability to confirm the enrollment in case of an emergency.

No violations recorded at this inspection.