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.

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

  All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  Observation. The outdoor space appears to be clean and well organized. There are a few items stored beside the stairs in one of the space that appears to be broken or not used. There are also painted tires that child enjoyed playing with. All non-usable / broken equipment should be removed immediately. The tires have pooled water inside the rim, LO recommends that the facility drill holes into the tires so that there is no standing water which could be hazardous for children.

• STAFFING / Character and skill requirementsNon-critical

  Employees are of good character, have the personality, ability and temperament necessary to work with children, have the training and experience and demonstrate the skills necessary to carry out the duties assigned. [CCLR Sec 19(2)]

  Observation. While LO observed each room engaged in various activities with children. LO also observed 2 children who appeared sad, one of the children appeared to have staff support, while the other children appeared to be sitting independently at an activity that they were not engaged with. During this time, staff were focused on preparing upcoming activities rather than being actively engaged with the children present. As a result, some children—particularly those who were unfamiliar with the setting and peers—were left without adult interaction, reassurance, or emotional support. LO also observed an incident where it appeared that staff was frustrated with a child who was following other children's lead and put their boots on while in line. It appeared that half the children were wearing boots at this time, yet this was the only child who was singled out and told not to put their boots on. As staff work in teams, it is important that they support each other as well as ensure that they are all modeling positive practices.

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.

• 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.

• 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 area rugs appear to be 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 2, LO observed that the space on top of the cubbies is being used as a storage area to store miscellaneous items. In the event that an item falls it poses a risk of harm to the children in care.

• 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 Classroom 2, LO observed that the heated water accessible to children exceeds 49 degrees Celsius.

• 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. In the outdoor play spaces, LO observed that the grass areas which contain climbing equipment have pooling water in the whole area and spreading across to the fence. The pooling water poses a hazard and risk of harm to children in care.

• 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)]

  Observation. LO observed that there is no date of enrolment kept for 1 child.

• 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. In Classroom 2, LO observed that fire drill was not practiced for May, June and September 2024. In addition an emergency drill was not 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, LO observed that the facility walls and windows do not appear to have 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 / 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. In the outdoor play space, LO observed the following: -a broken plastic sensory table accessible to children was missing a leg and turned upside down exposing the broken sharp edge which poses a risk of harm. -an unsecured plastic slide which appears to have been placed on the grassy hill does not appear to be sturdy and safe for use by 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)]

  Observation. LO reviewed all staff records and observed the following: -immunization status has not been obtained for 1 staff -character references have not been obtained for 1 staff

• 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 for 1 staff by the registry.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing any illness, allergy or medical disability disclosed to the licensee by the child or his or her parent or medical practitioner is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(e)]; 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. Children's files are incomplete. LO observed the following: -medical practitioner is not kept for 2 children -medical insurance plan number is not kept for 3 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, LO observed that the heated water accessible to children exceeds 49 degrees Celsius

• 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: -immunization status is not kept for 3 children -date of enrolment is not kept for 4 children -record of a medical practitioner is not kept for 2 children -medical insurance plan number is not kept for 3 children

• 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 6 children's records 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.

• 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 ECE certificates for 4 staff by the registry

• 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)]; 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 1 staff and 2 practicum students -character references have not been obtained for 4 staff and 1 practicum student -evidence such as person's certificate has not been obtained for 1 staff -criminal record check has not been obtained for 1 staff