Donguri Preschool

Licensed Group

3214 10th Ave W, Vancouver

Spaces available

Licensed preschool

Reported by the daycare to its licensing program · Updated June 15, 2026. Confirm directly before applying.

Donguri Preschool is a licensed group daycare in Vancouver, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently reports available spaces for licensed preschool.

Vacancy Reported

English

Japanese

Programs & services

Age groups served

2.5 - 5 yrs

English

Japanese

Availability

Under 36 monthsNo spaces

30 months to 5 yearsNo spaces

Licensed preschoolSpaces available

Grade 1 to age 12No spaces

Vacancy last reported: June 15, 2026

Licensing

Health authorityVCH

Health & safety record

No critical violations on record. 10 non-critical findings noted since 2024.

December 12, 2025Routine1 non-critical

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. One staff first aid certification has been expired.

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January 21, 2025Routine5 non-critical

LICENSING / Posting and Advertising of License and CertificateNon-critical
The licence is displayed in a prominent place in the facility, including any terms or conditions of the licence, and including the name of the manager. [CCLR Sec. 11(1)(2); CCALA Sec.7(c)]
Observation. Licensing observed that the licence that was displayed on the wall had not been updated with the amended licence for a capacity of 14.
PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Heated WaterNon-critical
Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]
RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical
Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]
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. One staff did not have a criminal record clearance letter on file. Please be advised that licensing cannot authorize staff to be ordinarily present at the facility without a valid criminal record clearance letter.
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. One staff's certificate had not been verified with the Early Childhood Educator Registry.

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February 5, 2024Routine4 non-critical

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. Licensing observed the following: 1) A blue plastic slide positioned close to the fence. The top of the slide could act as a foothold for a child to climb over the fence. 2) Low sand in the sandbox.
PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical
Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
Observation. Licensing observed standing water in a plastic turtle sandbox.
RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical
The licensee has written, parental consent to release a child to someone other than the parent. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(b)]
Observation. One child in care did not have an parental consent to release the child to someone other than the parent.
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. One staff's ECE certificate had not been verified with the ECE Registry.

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Inspection data from Vancouver Coastal Health, last synced July 1, 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

Does this daycare offer infant care?

No. Donguri Preschool is not reported to serve children under 36 months.

Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?

Yes. Donguri Preschool 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 15, 2026.

Are inspection reports available?

Yes. Donguri Preschool'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 December 12, 2025.

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Last updated July 7, 2026.

Reviews

5.0

6 Google reviews

Fumi White6 months ago

Both my daughter and my son attended this Japanese immersion preschool and we had a wonderful experience! The teachers are amazing. They take so much time preparing for the classes and letting us know about how the kids are getting on. The crafts are very well thought out to the kids development level as well as to the season and the Japanese culture. I can't recommend this preschool enough to the future parents out there that want their kids to have Japanese exposure during this vital stage of their life for language development.

Kevin Shillitto6 months ago

Our son attended Donguri and he had an wonderful experience. It was important to us for him to learn in a Japanese cultural setting, which he thoroughly enjoyed. His Japanese language and cultural knowledge improved as well as his behaviour (Grandmother and grandfather were very impressed). The teachers are astonishingly creative and talented, providing excellent guidance with inventive projects. They're also very understanding about working with parents to address any unique issues, often finding very creative solutions to work on behaviours before they become a problem. I highly recommend it!

Jennifer Figarski6 months ago

My daughter and son both attended Donguri Japanese preschool and there was nothing but consistency every single day. It is truly run like a Japanese preschool in Japan. My kids came home having learnt something exciting and new everyday which is a testament to the teachers. Can’t recommend enough. Not only did they help my daughter retain her second language when we moved back from Japan but they helped my son become fluent in Japanese outside of Japan which I didn’t think would be possible.

H I6 months ago

This school offers early childhood education unique to Japan, where children not only play and learn, but also learn the skills necessary for communal living, such as tidying up and cleaning, in a fun way. It's also great that, even though we're in Vancouver, we can learn about Japanese seasonal events and other things that are difficult to teach at home. We're always helped by the teachers' attentive childcare.

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