Blooming Minds Daycare

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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 several pieces of missing information in children's records, including medical insurance information, emergency contacts that are not the parent, and medical practitioner information.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Licensing observed the following: - A string of indoor festive light decoration strung along the edge of the kitchen counter, posing a potential entanglement hazard. - Two high shelves for materials not secured, posing a potential tipping hazard. - Bleach and water solution is available for sanitizing in activity area and kitchen area, however, no soap and water cleaning is being used prior to sanitizing. - Children's food items are stored in their cubby with lunch bags. Several bags did not include ice packs to keep items at required temperature.

• 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. Families provide their own blankets and comfort items for nap, which are stored separately in their own bags. Mats used for sleeping are stored behind a door, stacked vertically, in a way that is allowing the bed covers to be touching. This can facilitate cross contamination for hygiene.

• 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. Licensing observed the fencing in the backyard to be broken and showing extensive rot in the wood due to age. Licensee has provided temporary reinforcements in several areas along the fence. Currently, the Licensee informs that they go to the park daily, so the playing in the backyard is minimal.

• 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. Fire extinguisher is newly purchased in September 2023. Service will be due in September of 2024. Licensee informs that there are currently no emergency preparedness supplies available. A resource will be sent to Licensee as requested.

• 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 did not observe a log of inspection and maintenance available. An outdoor inspection resource to be sent to Licensee as requested.