Creative Art Montessori School

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

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. LO observed the following in the outdoor play area: • One area of the yard is used for storage of items including a metal ladder and a pile of wood • One section of the wooden border around the playground is beginning to deteriorate

• 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 that ECE certificate verification for 1 staff had expired and required updating.

• 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 in the outdoor play space: • cardboard panels fastened to the fence with thumbtacks • a broken sun umbrella These items pose a hazard to children using the outdoor play space.

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. LO observed that all window shades were drawn and there was no natural light in the program - this does not support the health of the children in care. This issue was also discussed with staff during the previous routine inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. Notes from previous visit: Licensing observed the following in the outdoor play area: - broken and/or rusted toys and tricycles stored in one area of the yard. - splintered wood ties along pathway - rain water leaking from the second floor eavesdrops - large rubber tire cracked and not in good repair. The tire had broken plastic rockers stored within. - a piece of wood plank is being used to cover a cracked piece of flooring on a plastic climber - fence has panels loose or broken with exposed nails - clutter and toys stored in undercover area - heavy outdoor toys stored on shelves (tipping hazard) During today's visit LOs observed that several of the noted issues have been corrected, however the following issues must be addressed: - outdoor toy storage area continues to be cluttered and in need of a cleanup/disposal of old or broken toys and equipment - a tall plastic shelf unit that is unsecured and wobbly - metal railing stored in one corner of the backyard - splintered wood ties along pathway - soiled cloth stored on toy basketball hoop (removed during inspection) - patio umbrella bases stored on their sides near playhouse

• 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. Notes from previous inspection: Licensing observed that emergency supplies are kept in the heavily cluttered storage area, making the supplies difficult to access. Licensing observed within the emergency supplies, the following items were expired: - seaweed snack expired June 8/22 - Welch's candy Licensing observed that there does not appear to be adequate food and emergency supplies kept on site. Licensing observed the first aid kit contained the following medicated items: - Antiseptic towelette - Alcohol swabs - Antiseptic U.S.P prep pad medium - sting relief These items should not be used on the children without permission from parents/guardians. During today's visit LOs observed that emergency supplies have been replenished and are more easily accessible to staff. LOs observed that the first aid kit contained medicated pads, which should not be used on the children without permission from parents/guardians.

• 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. Licensing observed that a storage area adjacent to the main play space is accessible to children - it is separated by a three-piece curtain. Within this storage area, Licensing observed books, toys and various materials stored on all surfaces including the top of the stove, inside the oven, and on every countertop space. Licensing observed several children follow a staff into the storage area and bump into a large piece of plywood that had been placed on top of a freezer.

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

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.; Not safely constructed.

  Observation. Licensing observed the following in the outdoor play area: - broken and/or rusted toys and tricycles stored in one area of the yard. - splintered wood ties along pathway - rain water leaking from the second floor eavesdrops - large rubber tire cracked and not in good repair. The tire had broken plastic rockers stored within. - a piece of wood plank is being used to cover a cracked piece of flooring on a plastic climber - fence has panels loose or broken with exposed nails - clutter and toys stored in undercover area - heavy outdoor toys stored on shelves (tipping hazard)

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

  Play materials and/or equipment are not safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed the following in the main play area: - plastic table covers have been secured with packaging tape - adhesive shelf edge protectors are falling off and have been repaired with packaging tape. The tape appears to be degrading and soiled, making these areas difficult to clean and sanitize.

• 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 that emergency supplies are kept in the heavily cluttered storage area, making the supplies difficult to access. Licensing observed within the emergency supplies, the following items were expired: - seaweed snack expired June 8/22 - Welch's candy Licensing observed that there does not appear to be adequate food and emergency supplies kept on site. Licensing observed the first aid kit contained the following medicated items: - Antiseptic towelette - Alcohol swabs - Antiseptic U.S.P prep pad medium - sting relief These items should not be used on the children without permission from parents/guardians.

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

  Play materials and/or equipment are not safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed 2 child-sized couches that have ripped/torn coverings.

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

  Not in good repair.

  Observation. LO observed that the fence in the outdoor play area has a board missing.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  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 staff documentation and noted the following missing: • Current criminal record check for 1 staff • Record of work history for 1 staff