Squamish Montessori School - Finch

• 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. A medication log is not kept for medication currently being administered.

• 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. Not all staff certificates have been verified.

• 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. Not all staff certificates were on-site or posted.

• 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. The wood chips under the climbing equipment have broken down and spread out. There is a gap between the blue surfacing and the wood barrier that dips into a trench.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The program has the children unpack their lunches onto program plates and a 3 step dishwashing method is not used to sanitize the plates. The nap equipment was stored in the children's bathroom which is not sanitary due to the airborne waste particulate.

• 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. The decking underlay used in the outdoor area has broken and lifted creating tripping hazards in some areas. Benches are lined up against the fence which creates a step to enable children to climb the fence.

• 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. There are two irons for children's use in the programs with loose cords.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

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

  Observation. The wood chips around the climbing structures are frozen and do not provide a protective surface.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

  Equipment for preschool children is more than 1.5 meters (5 feet) in height.

  Observation. The climbing was structure exceeds 5'.

• 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. The water in the emergency supplies has expired. Recommend making easier access to emergency supplies and adding an inventory list of emergency supplies with the expiry dates.

• 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. The facility was supposed to be a temporary measure until the new facility was built. A this has been significantly delayed the licensee needs to augment the activities in the outdoor space. Recommend activities such as sand play and mud kitchen etc.

• 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. Outdoor area safety inspections are not logged.

• 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. A staff file contained a CRC from another facility and the CRCs are not transferable.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  The fire drill system is displayed in a prominent place. [CCLR Sec. 22(3)]

  Observation. The fire and emergency drill log was not posted.

No violations recorded at this inspection.