Family Montessori School

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: *peeling weather stripping on porthole window - this item is no longer easy to clean and in good repair. The program has a plan to address this item. *observed old cobwebs hanging in the grey guardrail in the outdoor space. This guardrail is in need of cleaning.

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

Observation. Licensing observed the following: *educators follow 2 step method for cleaning and sanitizing surfaces. -good *liquid hand soap and single use towels available at sinks. -good *electrical cords securely anchored - inaccessible to children. -good *loose blind cords - accessible to children. The program manager informed that these blind cords are usually tied up.

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. Fence and gate is in satisfactory condition. Reviewed the history of the fence and gating with Manager, noting that both had been grand parented. Observed some damage on the north east corner of the retaining wall. Wood has cracked with some sharp edges. Observed on the north east side (middle) there is one piece of wood missing and the other two are a bit wobbly (may come off soon as well). Manager said they have a parent that is responsible for outdoor maintenance. Manager will request the parent attend to both areas.

No child is subjected to harmful actions as defined in Section 52. [CCLR Sec 52(1)(a)-(f)]

Observation. During the inspection Licensing observed one of the Educators on numerous occasions physically move the children without advanced notice or talking to the child. For example: * During yoga the educator physically moved the children to where they wanted the children to sit on the floor by placing their hands under the children's arms and pulling them * During yoga and dance when the children were standing up the educator physically moved the children to where they wanted the children to stand by placing their hands under the children's arms and pulling them * During yoga the children were laying down, "meditating" some on their backs and some on their stomachs the Educator physically turned the children over so they were laying how the Educator wanted them to lay * During the yoga and dance activity the Educator would physically move a child out of the activity to the side and speak to them about their behavior - this was done with what appeared to be a curt tone When asking the children to do something this Educator would command the children with a tone that appeared very curt Also Licensing observed that the children were told to sit "criss cross apple sauce " - The expectation that children are required to sit stationary for a period of time is not respectful of the range of children's abilities. Not all children are physically able to sit "criss cross apple sauce".

Staff are trained in the implementation of the fire drill system and the emergency plan, including the use of any equipment noted in the fire drill system and emergency plan. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(a)]

Observation. Licensing observed that the fire extinguishers require servicing.

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. Licensing observed that a child's epi-pen expired November 2021. The Manager stated they were not sure if the child still required the epi-pen, and will check with the family.

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 that the staff list did not contain the information of one of the educator's on site. The Manager stated this educator was not a regular staff at the program, but a substitute.

Staff are trained in the implementation of the fire drill system and the emergency plan, including the use of any equipment noted in the fire drill system and emergency plan. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(a)]

Observation. Licensing observed that the fire extinguishers require servicing.