Harrow House Academy - Early Learning Centre

• 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 areas requiring addressing with a plan by above date and a long term plan to ensure ongoing compliance. This includes - step stools in bathrooms required deep cleaning or replacement, latches on cupboards are broken and should be taken off or replaced (as long as there are no hazardous items accessible to children within these cupboard, latches may not be required), chips and marks on walls required repair and /or deep cleaning and carpets are torn at edges with curling that could be a tripping hazard, but they are also showing staining which means they cannot be appropriately cleaned. The flooring in one room appears to be peeling and shifting which does not allow for cleaning and sanitizing. This is also causing the floor to slightly bubble in front of the sink area.

• 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. April 14, 2026 - LO observed that there equipment stored beside the outdoor storage. The tunnel (noted below) continues to be used to block off the ramp for children to access. In case of emergency, this is a hazard and cannot be blocked. This is not the appropriate or safe way to use this equipment. If there are safety concerns, these areas should be either closed off with fencing or a gate installed. October 15, 2026 - LO is aware that the facility has been adding equipment to allow for more in-depth play. Today, LO observed that there are broken toys stored beside the outdoor storage with a small table used to close this off from children, there is also another playground that is using a plastic tunnel to close of the ramp area. This is not the appropriate or safe way to use this equipment. If there are safety concerns, these areas should be either closed off with fencing or a gate installed.

• 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. Children's files were reviewed and a few are missing - doctor information, medical insurance (travel insurance information is not available) and in some cases, there is no emergency contact as the parent has put their own name as emergency contact.

• 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 some areas that need to be addressed - faucet in bathroom is loose, step stools are peeling / need a deep clean, broken lid on garbage can, rugs have peeling edges and are soiled, walls need regular cleaning, repair of chips in wall, flooring has areas that are coming away from floor. LO recommends that staff take responsibility for listing / writing any areas that require address or repair. It is concerning that there are so many areas that require addressing in each room.

• 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 is aware that the facility has been adding equipment to allow for more in-depth play. Today, LO observed that there are broken toys stored beside the outdoor storage with a small table used to close this off from children, there is also another playground that is using a plastic tunnel to close of the ramp area. This is not the appropriate or safe way to use this equipment. If there are safety concerns, these areas should be either closed off with fencing or a gate installed.

• 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. There are multiple rooms, all set up individually. While some of the rooms are set up with a variety of equipment and in a manner that allows for children to play in small and large groups, there are some of the rooms with limited toys / equipment and variety within the environment.

No violations recorded at this 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• 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. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

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

  Observation. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• 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. This issue of non-compliance 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. In Classroom 2, LO observed that an ECE certificate is not displayed in the facility for 1 staff.

• 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. In Classroom 1, LO observed there is no information for the administration of medication for 1 child.

• 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 two area rugs that are stained, soiled and no longer easy to clean.

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

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

  Observation. In Classroom 1, LO observed that the children's washroom has a gardening rake, cleaning supplies such as a broom, dust pan and mop accessible to children.

• 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 washroom in Classroom 3, the water temperature exceeds 49 degrees Celsius.

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

  Not free from hazards.

  Observation. In the outdoor play spaces 2 and 3, LO observed that the grass areas which contain climbing equipment have pooling water that covers the whole area. In addition, the space between the fence and the artificial turf in playground 2 has pooling water. The pooling water poses a hazard and risk of harm to children in care.

• 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. In Classroom 1, LO observed that the emergency kit only contains supplies such as food and water rations for 1 child.

• 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. In Classroom 1, LO observed that there appears to be an inadequate amount of activities available for the children in care. The space consisted of a table with no chairs, two area rugs, two shelving units and no sensory tables. While the shelving units had toys they appeared to be sparse and the art table had no activities set up.

• 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. In Classroom 1, LO observed a care plan for 1 child is incomplete.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed no records of staff's work histories for 1 staff.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)] ; Fire drills are not practiced at least once each month. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed the following: -In Classroom 1, no fire drill was practiced for the month of August 2024. -In Classroom 2, a fire drill was practiced for the month of February 2024. LO observed no evidence of fire drills practiced for the other 11 months of the year. In addition no emergency drill was practiced for 2024. -In Classroom 3, no emergency drill was practiced for 2024

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. During today's visit, the following was observed: -While the walls and windows in Classroom IT 1 and 2 have been repaired it appears that the other two have not been addressed. This issue of non-compliance remains outstanding.

• 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 that the facility walls and window ledges appear to be in poor repair. The walls and window ledges have dents in them, signs of wear and tear and the paint is chipped and exposing the drywall making it difficult to clean.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed the following: -In Room 1, a child size book shelf was stored in the children's washroom which poses a risk of harm if the shelf were to fall. -In Room 1 and Room 3, LO observed that the nap room is being used as a storage for children's equipment such as high chairs, wooden chairs and foam climbing mats. This poses a potential risk of harm if the items were to fall while a child is resting.

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

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

  Observation. In Room 2, LO observed a container of sunscreen accessible to children in the washroom which poses a risk of harm if a child were to ingest it.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed one child's record in which the parent has listed themselves as the emergency contact.

• 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. LO reviewed all children's records and observed the following: -medical insurance plan number 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. LO reviewed the Child Care Staff List and observed that a criminal record check has not been obtained for 1 staff

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]

  Observation. LO observed that one child's record in which the parent(s) have listed themselves as the emergency contact. Discussion took place with manager with regards to the emergency contact should be someone other than the parent.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  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. LO reviewed all children's records and the following was observed: -date of enrolment is not kept for 2 children -immunizations status is not kept for 2 children -record of a medical practitioner is not kept for 2 children -medical insurance plan number is not kept for 2 children

• 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 the licensee has not verified an ECE certificate by the registry for 1 staff

• 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)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all records and the following was observed: -immunization status has not been obtained for 1 staff and 1 practicum student -character reference check has not been obtained for 1 practicum student