Brighouse Junior Kindergarten

• 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 created to keep all inspections, maintenance and repairs, but the routine to document was not being followed.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Behavioural GuidanceNon-critical

  Employees and parents are provided a written statement of the licensee's policy on behavioural guidance. [CCLR Sec.51(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the licensee was not providing a written statement to the employees and parents on behavioural guidance.

• 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 a medication prescribed to a child expired October 2025.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: There was not a cleaning and sanitizing procedure to reduce the spread of illness and germs. The bedding from the stacked cots was touching. Licensing is a concerned there is a risk of cross contamination and the spread of germs.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: A 1.8 meter (six feet) safety zone is provided around playground equipment. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed there is a wooden barrier on one side of the playground which does not provide a 1.8 meter (six feet) safety zone around the playground equipment.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed pooling water in the playground, which is difficult to remove. It is concerning to licensing as there is a risk of injury or ham to a child.

• 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. Licensing observed the items collected in case of an emergency had expired.

• 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 that the outside area did not include a variety of activities designed for the appropriate age and development of the children to use the space.

• 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 when reviewing the child's file: One children requires medical practitioner contact information One child requires their immunization status One children required their start date and Emergency contact.

• 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 the Licensee was not keeping a log of all inspections, maintenance, and repairs.

• 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. Licensing observed the following: -one employees CRC had recently expired. -one employee's certificate had not been verified by the registry.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. In Classroom 1 and 2, LO observed that the vinyl baseboards appear to be in poor repair. The vinyl base boards are coming away from the wall exposing the glue and drywall.

• 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 reviewed all children's records and the following was observed: -photograph or digital image of the child is not kept 6 children -date of enrolment is not kept for 3 children -medical insurance plan number is not kept for 3 children -immunization status is not kept for 7 children

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. While a criminal record check has been obtained for 1 staff this issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all staff records and observed that criminal record checks have not been obtained for 3 staff.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  The group size(s) exceeds that permitted in Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. In Classroom 1, LO observed the ratio of children exceeds the maximum capacity for the space.

• 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 that certificates for early childhood educators and assistants are not prominently displayed in the facility for all staff.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

  Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  Observation. In the children's washrooms, LO observed that the heated water accessible to children exceeds 49 degrees Celsius.

• 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 a fire extinguisher is in need of a service as it has expired.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not keep a current care plan for each child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)] ; 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. LO observed a care plan posted for a child with a life threatening allergy is not current and was last reviewed February 2022.

• 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 the licensee does not have written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness on file for all registered 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 and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner and emergency contact is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(d)]; 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding. During today's visit, LO reviewed all children's records and the following was observed: -photograph or digital image is not kept for 4 children -enrolment date is not kept for 3 children -insurance plan number is not kept for 4 children -emergency contact is not kept for 1 child -immunization status is not kept for 1 child

• 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding. During today's visit, LO observed that staff records were unavailable for review. Manager stated that staff records were not onsite.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a 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 registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding. During today's visit, LO observed that the licensee has not verified 1 staff ECEA certificate with the registry.

• 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 name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all children's records and the following was observed: -immunizations status is not kept for 13 children -a medical insurance plan number is not kept for 5 children -a photograph or digital image is not kept for 9 children

• 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)]; Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(d)]; 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 reviewed all staff records and the following was observed: -immunization status has not been obtained for 4 staff -character references have not been obtained for 4 staff -records of staff's work histories have not been obtained for 3 staff -ECE certificate posted for 1 staff has expired. Manager advised that they a renewal application has been submitted to the registry. -criminal record checks have not been obtained for 1 staff. In addition, a criminal record check for another staff has expired and is addressed to a College.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a 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 registry [CCLR Sec. 19(4)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed the licensee has not verified 1 staff ECE certificate with the registry

• 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. LO observed that a fire drill was not practiced for the month of February. Discussion took place with manager with regards to the regulation states that a fire drill is practiced each month with the children and staff.

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. This issue was noted in non-compliance on a previous inspection and the following was observed today: - Care plans have not been developed for the 3 children in the program who have extra support needs.