Little Munchkin Daycare Ltd.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• LICENSING / Continuing duty to informNon-critical

  Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]

  Observation. -Licensing observed that children's registration information included an option for 'extended care hours' beyond the regular program hours of 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The extended care hours were available on weekday mornings from 5:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. and evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m., as well as on weekends from 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and from 12:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Families are provided the option to select from a list of licensed facilities operated by the Licensee to attend. Licensing inquired with staff about this arrangement and was informed that children from other programs could attend the current Balfour location to utilize the 'extended hours' program. Licensing was informed that no child remains in care for more than 13 hours per day. Staff confirmed that this program had been implemented. However, Licensing observed that no records or information was available on-site regarding which children were in attendance, registration details, staffing information, or any identified health information for the children attending. To assess ongoing compliance, please provide the following information regarding the extended care hours program: - Information regarding the staff involved in the program. - A detailed description of the care program being offered - Children's registration details including the following: * A list of children registered and attending the program. * Attendance days and hours for each child. - An employee plan that includes: * A statement of the duties, qualifications, relevant work experience and suitability of the proposed manager; * The proposed number of employees, their qualifications and expected duties; * A supervision and staffing plan, including provisions for when children are attending or being transported to and from outdoor play areas or off-site activities. - Written assurance that records and information related to children in care, as well as staff details, will be available on site.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. During inspection Licensing observed the following: *Green carpets located in the entry way lifting at the corners. This poses as a tripping hazard. *One missing outlet cover located in the kitchen area. *An unstable white shelf located outside near the main entryway. This is a tipping hazard posing potential harm to children. *An unstable wooden play kitchen in the entrance area. This is a tipping hazard posing potential harm to children. *An unstable wooden shelf in the main play room. This is a tipping hazard posing potential harm to children.

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Hazardous Objects and SubstancesNon-critical

  Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]

  Observation. Licensing observed a plugged in toaster in the kitchen area. The toaster was located on a low table, next to a toy shelf, and accessible to children. This is a fire hazard and poses a risk to children's health and safety.

• 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 play mats located in the nap room that were starting to rip and show signs of wear and tear. These mats are no longer in good repair and are difficult to properly clean.

• 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 two metal panels located near a pipe sticking out of the ground in the outdoor play space. The metal panels appeared to be moveable, sharp, and rusty making them hazardous.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES / NutritionNon-critical

  Information on the food and drink given to children is made available to parents. [CCLR Sec. 48(6)]

  Observation. Staff report that they do not post or inform parents of the snack food and drink provided to the children each day.

• 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. It was revealed at today's inspection that snack foods provided are only 1 food group; today's morning snack was grapes. As required in the Canada Food Guide and Section 48 1(a) snack food must have at least two food groups. For example: grapes(fruit) and yogurt(dairy)

• PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / EnvironmentNon-critical

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

  Observation. The fridge does not have a thermometer to record temperature. Fridge must be kept at 4deg C or below.

• 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 cement play area was covered in wet leaves today. These leaves can be a slipping hazard for new walkers/children and can prevent the riding toys wheels from turning properly.