Elite Montessori Academy

• 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. One child's registration information notes asthma, however, did not have medication on site. Manager informs that they were not aware, or given medication by the family.

• 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 one wooden picket to be broken in the outdoor play space. The fencing is inside the playground, acting as a barrier to the lower area under several steps of stairs. As a temporary measure, a large flattened cardboard box is used to block the opening preventing fall, with a rope tied preventing access. Licensee informs that they have arranged for the repair at the end of the month, along with the whole fencing shared with the neighbor.

• 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. Licensing observed a care plan posted, missing required information. One child's registration file stated they have asthma, and no care plan was available for this child.

• 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 missing information in children's files including immunization status, and medical practitioner information.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  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. Manager could not locate records that show fire drills being practiced in April and May 2026. The most recent emergency drill was logged as practiced on October 9 2025.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• 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. One child requiring life saving medication had medication that expired. Medication is not readily accessible. Licensee called the parent who arrived during the inspection. Licensee informs that the child will return to care once updated medication is obtained.

• 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 following: - Cabinet underneath the art sink to be peeling and exposing fiberboard underneath. This item has been outstanding from the routine inspection in 2024. The cabinet door is broken, and currently propped up with a small container, and step stool pushed up against the door to stabilize. - A patch of paint has peeled off on the wall behind the art sink - A low window in the activity area pushes open all the way, providing a fall risk to the other side. Currently, there is a shelf blocking direct access temporarily. - In the outdoor space, a protective covering on the bottom of the gutter pipe is broken, exposing sharp plastic edges. These items are no longer in good repair or easy to clean. Licensee informs that the facility will be closing on break for the last week of June, and plan to have the replacements done at that time.

• 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 observed an outdoor inspection log, however, not recorded this past week. Licensee inform that this task is usually logged by the Manager of the program, showed previous logs that were completed daily. The Manager was on vacation at the time of inspection, and will be returning at the end of the month. Licensee informs that staff will be notified to do so in the absence of the facility Manger.

• STAFFING / Additional criminal record checksNon-critical

  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. One substitute Educator did not have a valid criminal record check obtained by the Licensee. Licensee informs that a request has been submitted 2-3 days prior, and awaiting response. Licensee committed to staying for the rest of the day in place of the substitute, and not scheduling staff without a criminal record check obtained by them.

• 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 cabinet underneath the art sink to be peeling and exposing fiberboard underneath. The cabinet door is broken, and currently propped up with a small container, and step stool pushed up against the door to stabilize. These items are no longer in good repair or easy to clean.

• 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 children to be missing medical practitioner information, and an emergency contact that is not the parent.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  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. Fire drill has been implemented and recorded in July. Emergency drill is not completed in the past 12 months. A reminder that the practice of an emergency drill does not replace the monthly required fire drill.

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Children have healthy food and drink in accordance with Canada's Food Guide. [CCLR Sec.48(1)(a)]

  Observation. Licensing observed lunch bags sitting out on a cart, with no temperature keeping for items that require refrigeration. A conversation was had with the Manager in regards to food safety, especially with the warm weather recently. A method to hold temperature will need to be provided for food items that require to be kept cold or hot. Link provided as a resource to food safety.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. Facility implements a two step cleaning and sanitizing system with soap water and bleach solution. Manager inform that the bleach solution is not changed each day. A conversation was had in regards to the importance of mixing new bleach solution each day, to maintain effectiveness of the chemical solution. A resource is attached for reference.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Furniture, Equipment and FixturesNon-critical

  Equipment, furniture and supplies are located so as not to block or hamper exits in the case of fire or other emergency. [CCLR Sec. 15(1)(b)]

  Observation. Licensing observed a wooden shelf to be blocking the labelled emergency exit door, and a shelf blocking the evacuation route as depicted in the approved plans. Manager relocated the shelf blocking the back door during the inspection.

• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES / Community Care Facility RecordsNon-critical

  Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56 (1) and CCALA 19]

  Observation. Policies and Procedures were unable to be located by the facility Manager. A resource is attached for reference.

• 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. Licensing observed the following: - Emergency water has expired, however, water purifying tablets are available. - Manager was unable to locate emergency food supply. - Emergency supplies are stored at the back of the storage room blocked by many materials, and not easily accessible in case of emergency. - Alarm system on the back emergency exit door appears broken. This item was also noted in a previous inspection report.

• 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. Two children are observed to have life saving medications. No care plan has been developed for the children. Templates are attached for reference.

• 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 2 children missing doctor's information, 2 missing immunization status. One child in attendance is new, and forms have not been collected. Manager is unclear whether epi-pen or Benedryl is required for one child, as there is conflicting information documented.

• 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. There is no current system to log outdoor inspections, maintenance, and repairs. A conversation was had in regards to adding it to the attendance sheet currently used.

• STAFFING / Emergency Training and EquipmentNon-critical

  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. A fire drill record could not be located. Manager informs that fire drills have not been practiced for at least 6 months, and the emergency drill has not been practiced. A fire drill record template is attached.

• STAFFING / How long records must be keptNon-critical

  Employee records are kept for the required lengths of time. [CCLR Sec.60]

  Observation. Licensing observed missing references, and one certificate without a verification. Manager informs that one staff on site, has no documentation available. A staffing list template is provided as a resource.

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. *CCFL observed 1-2 cm gaps between some of the hardwood floor panels in the main activity room. The Licensee reports that this item is slated to be repaired. *A bifold door in the last washroom requires repair as well as a bifold door lock to prevent finger pinching.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. *CCFL observed 2 chairs underneath the paper towel holder in the 1st washroom giving children height and access to spray cleaners. This item was corrected by the Licensee during the inspection. *A telephone cord was observed to loose and accessible to children. This creates the possibility of entanglement. This item was corrected by the Licensee during the inspection. *Several blind cords were observed to be unsecured throughout the facility. *The alarm on the back exit door is not functioning. *A tall shelf in the circle room was observed to be unsecured. The Licensee reports the shelf was relocated to fix the baseboards and had not been re-secured.

• 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. *The emergency contacts are not always written in as persons authorized to pick the child up.

• 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 finish has worn off many of the wooden tables in the main play room making them porous and no longer easy to clean. *The paint on the baseboards in the main play room is chipped and scuffed. *The floor transition piece between the staff washroom and the hallway is missing.

• 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. *A wooden board that had been previously used to close off a gap under the fence has become loose and creates the possibility of an entrapment risk.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

  A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]