Nido De Montessori

• MEDICATION / MedicationNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed expired EpiPens are kept for 2 children in care with anaphylaxis allergies.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

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

  Observation. LO observed that water temperature in the bathroom sink in the toddler classroom measured 56°C.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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

  The group size(s) exceeds that permitted in Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

  Observation. LO observed that during the transition children from the Group (30 month-SA) entered the outdoor space prior to the children from Group (under 36 months) leaving

• 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 a lamp with an long unsecured cord accessible by children, posing a risk of injury

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical

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

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

  Not free from hazards.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. LO observed: - Debris including large boards and cords stored behind the shed and easily accessible by children - There is a gap between the shed and fence accessible which is accessible by children - A large metal sign is being stored behind play equipment and accessible is by children - A gap in the fence between the outdoor play space and next door property - A broken slide wrapped with yellow caution tape in the outdoor play space

• 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 there were instructions in a child's file regarding a medical condition that may require emergency response; however, the child did not appear to have a care plan

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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. This issue continues to be out of compliance. The manager is currently in the process of repairing the fence.

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

  Not suitable for age and development.; Not in good repair.

  Observation. Licensing observed a sandbox in need of maintenance, uneven surfaces posing tripping hazards and play areas in need of maintenance.

• PROGRAM / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Design: Play spaces offer activities to encourage the development of perception and physical skills. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. Licensing observed in the outdoor play area limited opportunities and play zones to offer activities to encourage the development of perception and physical skills.

• 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 the perimeter of the wooden fence enclosing the outdoor space is rotting at the bottom. It appears wooden pieces have been added to some areas as a temporary repair. The fence is not safely constructed, sturdy or in good repair posing a hazard.

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. Licensing observed items in need of maintenance and repair such as: paint chipping on the wall in the activity room, ripping, stains and dust on the mat and changing table in the washroom, loose cables on the counter, a plastic bag, a loose cord accessible to children.