Redwood Academy Richmond

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 that children’s beds were placed in close proximity, with bedding touching between cots. This arrangement poses a risk of cross-contamination and the spread of germs among children.

Emergency exits and fire drill system are approved by a local Fire Marshal. [CCLR Sec. 22(1)(a)]

Observation. Licensing observed fire extinguishers expired in December 2025.

The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

Observation. Licensing observed: - Discrepancies between children’s allergy information recorded in emergency records and the information documented in in the classrooms. - One child had medication accessible to staff; however, a completed Request for Administration of Medication form was not obtained. - One child’s care plan indicated a medication but the medication was not available on site. - One child with an allergy did not have information outlining how staff would support the child in the event of an allergic reaction or emergency. Attendance records in the opening classroom did not clearly identify which children were attending the 30 Months to School Age care program and which children were enrolled in the Infant and Toddler care program.

The children are grouped together for a period of time exceeding one half hour before the care program begins or one half hour after the care program ends [CCLR Sec. 34(4)].

Observation. During discussion with staff, it was stated that when the classroom opens at 7:00 a.m., children from both the Infant and Toddler program and the 30 Months to School Age program are grouped together until 8:00 a.m. A discussion was held with the Manager to clarify that, in accordance with licensing requirements, children from two different age groups may only be grouped together for a maximum of 30 minutes.

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

Observation. This was originally found out of compliance on the last Routine Inspection dated May 13, 2025: -toilet brushes were accessible to children, which can cause possible cross contamination.

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

Observation. Licensing observed the following: -The gate in the hallway office area was open, providing a child access to the space and possible injury -A gate in one of the I/T rooms is not secure to the wall and could cause a possible injury. -toilet brushes were accessible to children, which can cause possible cross contamination. -limited floor space in the bathroom due to lack of storage form extra diapers provided by the parents. -cupboards where children activities are taking place did not have restrictors keeping the doors closed and preventing items from falling out if too full or is there was a possible earthquake.

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. Licensing observed the following: Outside Wooden furniture; tables, cabinets, are broken and weathered A toy chest hinge is broken and may cause an injury to a child. The cover which is over the maintenance cover in one of the playgrounds to protect the children from injury is too loose. A plastic slide has been duck taped in areas where there might be a safety hazard, but there still remains an area that is sharp and may cause injury.

Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

Observation. Licensing observed while the staff have indicated on a document that the outdoor space is regularly checked for safety, there has been no information provided regarding items that are broken or needed to be addressed.

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. Licensing observed outside while there are a lot of large gross motor activities for the children to participate in, the outdoor space lack smaller items for children to participate independently. In the classrooms inside, activities are minimal and are not set up, displayed or role modeled in the way that meets the children's development age and ability. While all the Under 36 months classrooms children are engaged in the activities presented to them, there is a lack of role modeling the possibilities of the potential for the different items provided in the classroom.

The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

Observation. Licensing observed there were children's emergency cards which did not have an emergency contact or a medical practitioner contact. It was also brought to the manager's attention that a child may require a care plan as the emergency card indicated a child had an allergy, but no care plan was provided to licensing regarding the child's allergies. Licensing observed children being signed in at different classrooms and then brought to the opening classrooms. Licensing is concerned that if there was an emergency the educators would not have the exact number of children in their care

Ground Surfacing: Protective surfacing is provided to reduce the risk of injury from falls. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. Licensing observed the wood chips which are being used for ground surfacing has disappeared leaving landscaping material exposed. Also the border framing the wood chips in place has become dislodged and broken. The lack of wood chips and the broken and dislodged framing is causing a tripping hazard for children using the spaces.

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. Originally found out of compliance on December 19, 2023. Licensing observed the Licensee had still not verified the employee qualifications using the system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry.

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. Originally found out of compliance on December 19, 2023. Licensing observed the licensee had still not collected all the appropriate documentation for each new employee.

There is an established program to instruct children in, and to practise the rules of, health and hygiene. [CCLR Sec. 46(1)]

Observation. Licensee observed staff not washing children's hands prior to the routine snack.

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 children's bedding touching on the stacked cots, which is considered a risk that it may cause cross contamination and the spreading of germs.

A record for each child containing a photograph or digital image of the child, and other information that can be used to readily identify the child in an emergency is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(i)]; A record for each child containing any notification of a parent, emergency contact or medical health officer made under CCLR section 55 [notification of illness or injury] is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(g)]

Observation. Licensing observed that the child's information for their parent and emergency contact are the same name. It was also noted the pictures on file are often blurred making it difficult to identify the child in an emergency.

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

Observation. Licensing observed the Licensee had not collected the appropriate documentation for each new employee.

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 the Licensee had not verified the employee qualifications using the system established and maintained by the director of the early childhood educator registry.

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 it had not been noted that the fire drill was practiced at least once each month, and the emergency had not been noted as being implemented

All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]

Observation. Licensing has been advised that they are waiting on one of the criminal record checks.