Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre
Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre is a licensed group daycare in Richmond, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.
Availability
Vacancy last reported: June 9, 2026
Licensing
Health & safety record
No critical violations on record. 13 non-critical and 21 uncategorized findings noted since 2021.
April 21, 2026Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMarch 31, 2026Routine1 item noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing audited three children's files and observed one child's file did not have a telephone number for a medical practitioner and one child's file did not have a name and telephone number for a medical practitioner.
Corrective action. Ensure a name and telephone number of a medical practitioner is obtained.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
March 26, 2026Routine7 non-critical
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical
A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
Observation. Licensing observed that even though the blankets have been stored individually, while getting ready to make the children's cots up, the blankets are stored touching each other, which creates a concern of cross contamination.
- POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical
Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56 (1) and CCALA 19]
Observation. Licensing observed the policies and procedures required to be updated.
- 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 the Licensee did not have an emergency plan set to to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from any emergency.
- 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. Licensing observed there were children's files who were missing their emergency contact and children who did not have a medical practitioner.
- 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. Licensing observed Educator's licences had not been verified by the ECE registry
- 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. Licensing observed the program had not completed their monthly fire drills.
- STAFFING / First AidNon-critical
At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]
Observation. Licensing observed that two employees first aid certificates were not available to review.
May 15, 2025Follow-UpNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportApril 7, 2025Routine2 items noted
- In respect of a record referred to in this Division, a licensee must (a) keep in a single place at the community care facility the records referred to in sections 56 to 58,
Observation. Licensing observed one staff file was not complete and not on site.
Corrective action. Ensure staff records are kept in a single place at the facility.
3070 - CCLR 59(a) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid 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
Observation. Licensing audited two staff files. One educator certificate was not verified by the ECE Registry.
3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
January 7, 2025Routine6 non-critical
- NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical
Information on the food and drink given to children is made available to parents. [CCLR Sec. 48(6)]
Observation. Licensing observed information on the food given to children is not made available to parents.
- PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical
Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]
Observation. Licensing observed several of the sleeping mats had tears and holes making it difficult to adequately 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 the facility did not appear to have adequate emergency supplies for children and staff in the event of an emergency.
- 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. Licensing reviewed a random sampling of files and children's emergency consent cards. Some children's record's were missing the following: - Medical practitioner information - Date of enrolment - Medical insurance plan number - Consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness 1 child in care: - had an expired epi pen - had insufficient information on administrating medication
- RECORDS AND REPORTING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
Observation. Licensing observed there is no log kept of inspections, maintenance and repairs for the outdoor play space.
- 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. Licensing observed out of the 3 practicum students: - 1 was missing a criminal record check - 2 were missing character references - 3 were missing evidence that they complied with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs
May 29, 2024Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportMay 21, 2024Follow-Up4 items noted
- A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (b) character references in respect of the person3010 - CCLR 19(1)(b)
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
- A licensee must ensure that each employee practices implementing the emergency plan at least once each year.
Corrective action. Licensing observed an emergency plan was implemented and recorded on April 16, 2024.
3010 - CCLR 22(2)(c) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid 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 registry3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a)
April 15, 2024Routine4 items noted
- A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility as an educator or an assistant unless the person holds a valid 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
Observation. Licensing observed one staff did not hold an educator or assistant validated certificate.
Corrective action. Ensure an educator or assistant holds a validated certificate. Licensee to verify certificates through the ECE Registry.
3010 - CCLR 19(4)(a) - A licensee must ensure that each employee practices implementing the emergency plan at least once each year.
Observation. Licensing observed an emergency plan was not performed at least once each year. Licensee stated was unsure if an emergency drill was implemented in 2023.
Corrective action. Ensure employees practice implementing emergency plan at least once each year.
3010 - CCLR 22(2)(c) - A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing audited five children's files and one did not contain a medical practitioner.
Corrective action. Ensure current records kept for each child contain name of a medical practitioner.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d) - A licensee must not employ a person in a community care facility unless the licensee or, in the case of a person who is not the manager, the manager has first met with the person and obtained all of the following: (b) character references in respect of the person
Observation. Licensing observed one staff file did not contain character references.
Corrective action. Ensure character references are obtained for employees.
3010 - CCLR 19(1)(b)
January 29, 2024RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportFebruary 17, 2023Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportFebruary 16, 2023RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJanuary 16, 2023RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportAugust 22, 2022Non-Visit Follow-upNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportJuly 7, 2022Follow-Up5 items noted
- Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept)
- The licensee must develop the care plan in consultation,with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent.3070 - CCLR 58(2)(a)
- A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (b) to release a child to someone other than the parent.3070 - CCLR 57(3)(b)
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d)
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (b) date of enrolment in the community care facility3070 - CCLR 57(2)(b)
February 11, 2022Routine5 items noted
- A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (d) name and telephone number of a parent, medical practitioner (doctor's name and number does not apply to REC only) and emergency contact
Observation. Licensing audited six children's records and observed Emergency contact was missing for two children's records.
Corrective action. Ensure name and telephone number of an emergency contact is listed for every child.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(d) - A licensee must keep, for each child, a record showing the following information: (b) date of enrolment in the community care facility
Observation. Licensing audited six children's records and observed date of enrollment was missing from one child's record.
Corrective action. Ensure date of enrollment in the community care facility is listed in children's files.
3070 - CCLR 57(2)(b) - A licensee must have in writing from a parent, and maintain at the community care facility, consent (b) to release a child to someone other than the parent.
Observation. Licensing audited six children's records and observed one was missing consent to release to someone other than a parent.
Corrective action. Ensure children's records include consent to release to somebody other than a parent.
3070 - CCLR 57(3)(b) - Log kept of all inspections, maintenance & repairs
Observation. Licensing observed the last recording on the log for Outdoor play space January 27, 2022.
Corrective action. Ensure a log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs.
3070 - SPS DOLSOP (Log Kept) - The licensee must develop the care plan in consultation,with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent.
Observation. Licensing observed one care plan. Licensee stated there was a second care plan that had not been printed out.
Corrective action. Ensure care plan is developed in consultation with parent and any person requested by parent and available for inspection.
3070 - CCLR 58(2)(a)
October 19, 2021RoutineNo violations
No violations recorded at this inspection.
View official reportInspection data from Island Health and Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced July 2, 2026.
Fees & funding
CCFRI participant
This facility participates in the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative, which reduces parent fees.
Contact this facility directly for current fee information and waitlist availability.
Frequently asked questions
Is this daycare licensed?
Yes. Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre is licensed by Vancouver Coastal Health under license number 64008854.
Does this daycare offer infant care?
No. Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre is not reported to serve children under 36 months.
Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?
Yes. Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre is an authorized participant in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), which lowers monthly fees for eligible families.
When was availability last updated?
The facility's vacancy information was last reported on June 9, 2026.
Are inspection reports available?
Yes. Morning Glory Montessori Children's Centre's inspection history is published on this page, each linked to its official report from the regulating health authority. The most recent inspection on record is April 21, 2026.
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Operated by
Jodi Donaldson
Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.
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