Child's World Preschool

A record for each child containing the date of enrolment in the facility is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(b)]

Observation. Licensing observed that the children's file did not include the date of enrolment in the facility. One child required an emergency contact and one child requires a medical insurance number.

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 sofas that had holes in them and were held together with duct tape have been replaced. Lo observed sofas that has eroded making it difficult to clean properly has not been addressed.

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. LO observed a metal rake and old toys that are not in use in the outdoor play area.

Design: Outdoor play structures have appropriate and secure safety barriers, guardrails and railings. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. LO observed a safety barrier circled around a structure that is not in use. It is not securely attached and is leaning away from the structure preventing it from being a safety barrier.

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

Observation. LO observed the surface is covered with accumulated leaves, broken branches and debris.

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

Observation. Licensing observed a bag pack containing an EpiPen was accessible to children.

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 children's furniture appears to be in poor repair and no longer easy to clean. The following was observed: -Two child sized sofas: - One has a hole along the top of the sofa - One sofa has eroded making it difficult to clean properly. - Both sofas are held together with duct tape along the back.

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. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all hazardous items identified will be removed by Feb 2025.

Ground Surfacing: The depth of loose fill material (protective surfacing) meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all items identified will be completed by Feb 2025.

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

Observation. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all items identified will be completed by Feb 2025.

Design: Outdoor play structures have appropriate and secure safety barriers, guardrails and railings. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all items identified will be completed by Feb 2025.

Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all items identified will be completed by Feb 2025.

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

Observation. Licensing reviewed a sampling of children's records and observed the following: - One child had a care plan with no information provided on why the care plan was in place. - One child had: - An EpiPen that expired in 2023 - One medication that was illegible to read - One medication that did not contain information on what it is for - Both medications did not have administration of medication forms and were not mentioned in the child's records.

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

Observation. This issue of non-compliance was identified during the Routine Inspection on March 9, 2023. Manager stated all items identified will be completed by Feb 2025.

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

Observation. Licensing reviewed all staff records and observed the following: - 3 records did not have documentation to support their certificate was verified using a system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry.

Not suitable for age and development.; Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.; Not safely constructed.

Observation. Licensing observed that the outdoor play area is not in good repair and not safe to be used by the children in care. Licensing identified multiple hazards such as the following: A pile of tricycles in the corner, an entangled hose by the entrance, three plastic bags filled with leaves, algae accumulated on the wooden structures, benches and stomps, the stomps are unsecured, and wobbly, the wood on the structures is rotting and breaking in some areas.

Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. Licensing observed the surfacing has eroded and composted not providing protection to reduce the risk of injury from falls.

Loose fill material is not at least 15 cm (6 inches) deep for equipment 1.5 meters (5 feet) in height. ; Protective surfacing has not been provided for all equipment that is over 45 cm (18 inches) in height. ; Loose fill material is not at least 30 cm (12 inches) deep for equipment 2.3 meters (seven feet) in height.

Observation. Licensing observed that the loose fill material does not meet the minimum requirements of the Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space

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

Observation. Licensing observed that throughout the playground the surface is covered with accumulated leaves, broken branches and debris.

Design: Outdoor play structures have appropriate and secure safety barriers, guardrails and railings. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. Licensing observed the play structures do not provide appropriate, secure or safety barriers, guardrails and railings on the play structures.

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

Observation. Licensing did not find evidence of a log kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs

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. During today's inspection, LO observed that the issue remains in non-compliance. Manager advised that a plan will need to be discussed with regards to the children's equipment and furniture repairs. A follow up response will be provided to Licensing.

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 that the children's furniture and equipment appears to be in poor repair and no longer easy to clean. The following was observed: -chipped and peeling paint on a child sized table -two child sized arm chairs, one with a hole in the arm and is covered with duct tape. The other arm chair is not sturdy as the arms and back have come loose. -two vinyl mats that are ripped and frayed around the corners. In addition, in several areas the inner material of the mats is exposed which could cause harm if ingested by a child.

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)]

Observation. LO observed that a photograph or digital image is not kept for 2 children

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 that there is no evidence that ECE certificates have been verified through the ECE registry for 2 staff

Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]

Observation. LO reviewed all staff records and observed that a record of staff's work history has not been obtained for 1 staff

Not suitable for age and development.; Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.; Not safely constructed.

Observation. Licensing observed a broken wooden bridge, a wooden structure with out anti slip material and in poor repair in the outdoor play space.