Happy May Child Care Centre Iv

• 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. Today - LO observed that some areas may have been addressed, but due to the age of some equipment and amount of furniture staff will still be required to do some decluttering and cleaning of the space. Feb. 18, 2026 - There are areas of the facility that require addressing due to age / wear and tear - Wooden play car in the playroom is wearing and unable to be cleaned, there are fabric belts on the chairs in the bathroom (could also appear that children are being restrained while in the bathroom), cupboard in the outside area is peeling, etc. It was also observed that the space has a lot of items stored through out, the addition of these items / storage shelves / etc.. are taking away from the usable floor space. There are areas that appear tight and hard to clean.

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

  Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]

  Observation. While on site, LO observed a group of 10 children awake and playing in one of the two rooms. 2 children were asleep in each of the two nap rooms. While LO did see that one nap room has a camera, the children in the room were hard to see. The two groups split up and moved to snack tables. A short time later, LO observed a child in one of the nap rooms standing in the doorway. LO was unable to determine how long the child was awake for, but when they saw the LO they went back to their bed crying. LO had to inform staff that the child was awake.

• 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. There are areas of the facility that require addressing due to age / wear and tear - Wooden play car in the playroom is wearing and unable to be cleaned, there are fabric belts on the chairs in the bathroom (could also appear that children are being restrained while in the bathroom), cupboard in the outside area is peeling, etc. It was also observed that the space has a lot of items stored through out, the addition of these items / storage shelves / etc.. are taking away from the usable floor space. There are areas that appear tight and hard to clean.

• 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. There is a child who's file outlines that they have a peanut allergy, but no care plan or information is posted, or available.

• 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. Staff files were not complete, with at least one staff not having their ECEA validated.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  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. LO observed the following: -emergency contact is not kept for 1 child -immunization status is not kept for 2 children

• 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 the children's washroom, LO observed 2 child sized toilets that appear to be dirty, stained, soiled and in need of a clean. One toilet is inaccessible to children as there is a large carboard box placed in front of it.

• 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. In the Infant outdoor play space, LO observed that the climbing equipment did not have an adequate fall zone around the equipment.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  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. LO reviewed all children's records and the following was observed: -name and telephone number of a medical practitioner is not kept for 6 children -medical insurance plan number is not kept for 1 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. LO observed that the fire extinguisher was due for service on August 13, 2022.

• 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. LO observed that two children's care plans do not appear current. Life-threatening allergy actions plans are completed for both children; however, the manager stated that they do not have life threatening allergies and do not require medication.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed that the criminal record check for 1 staff has expired. LO observed that the certificates for 2 staff have not been validated.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. The manager stated that for the child with a food allergy the parent has verbally confirmed that the child does not required an EpiPen; however, the child's records have not been updated.

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

  The medications are not readily accessible to employees. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that while there is an Anaphylaxis emergency plan for a child with a food allergy, the facility does not have an EpiPen on site. LO observed that while an eczema cream is applied on a child, a record of the amount and time of application is not kept. A request to administer medication form containing the required information was completed by a staff and the child's parent during the inspection.

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

  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 large empty plastic pool in the outdoor space. The manager stated that children who are not yet walking are placed in the pool for outdoor play.

No violations recorded at this inspection.