Moberly Childcare Learning Centre

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 Officer observed the following: -Door knob on the nap room door is unsecured -Bi-fold doors in the small play room spaces are unsecured due to broken safety latches -In the children's washroom, cleaning equipment such as a vacuum, mop, broom and dustpan are stored on top of and around the toilet which poses a risk of harm if the equipment were to fall on a child in care. In addition, the baseboard wall heater is missing the cover face plate exposing the metal tubes to children. -In the front outdoor play space, an adult bike is leaning up against the house near the sandbox posing a risk of harm if it were to fall on a child in care

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. Licensing Officer observed one crib in which the mattress did not appear to be the appropriate size. The mattress is smaller than the crib size leaving an empty space on one end. The empty space is approximately 6 inches from the edge of the crib wall. Staff stated that a pillow is used to fill the empty space during rest time. Discussion took place with regards to the health and safety of children while they are resting. Licensing has concerns with the current mattress size and recommends the appropriate sized mattress be provided.

Play materials and/or equipment are not safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)(b)]

Observation. In the front outdoor play space, Licensing Officer observed animal hair in the sand box. In addition the sand appears to be hard and compact. Discussion took place with regards to monitoring the sand box for potential hazards on a daily basis.

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. In the event of an emergency, Licensing Officer observed the facility has an emergency supply kit in place however it did not contain food and water rations for children and staff

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)]; Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]

Observation. Licensing Officer observed an incomplete record for 1 staff

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. Licensing Officer observed an ECE certificate for 1 staff is not validated

Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on May 8 2025 Licensing observed that the manager continues to staff the program that does not comply with schedule E at the time of the inspection. Prior to the manager arriving, the children were cared for by an Infant/Toddler Educator and a Responsible Adult.

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

Observation. Licensing observed the change table has been reconstructed with unfinished wood, which is porous and can cause cross contamination and the spread of germs and illness. Licensing also observed a piece of food that was stuck to the mat, which indicated the mat was not cleaned and sanitized after the previous diaper change.

Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on May 8 2025 Licensing observed that prior to employing staff the manager has not collected the appropriate documentation. A staff member who is having her credentials reviewed does not have the appropriate documentation.

Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

Observation. Licensing observed that the manager does not have the correct staff ratios and group sizes that comply with schedule E working in the facility at the time of the inspection. Prior to the manager arriving, the children were cared for by an Infant/Toddler Educator and a Responsible Adult.

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 was not notified of any change in the information provided under Section 9

Structural changes have been approved by Licensing. [CCLR Sec. 10(2)]

Observation. Licensing observed renovations occurred on the back deck that had not been approved by licensing. Licensing observed with the renovation of the back deck, and indication that space is used more regularly when capacity allows, the space under the window is a concern to licensing that a child may become injured when accessing this space due to the corner and the low height of the space.

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

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on June 13, 2024 Licensing was unable to inspect the nap room as children were still sleeping. Licensing observed the changing mat has holes in it again, which present a risk of possible cross contamination and the spread of germs.

Ground Surfacing: The licensee has chosen protective surfacing that best fits with the weather conditions and material available in the area where the facility is located. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

Observation. Licensing observed the tiles in the outdoor play space in the front area of the facility have sunk creating a hazard for the children at play.

Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on June 13, 2024. Licensing observed there continues to be a lack of outside activities, toys and equipment provided for the children enrolled in the program, which are designed for the age and development of the children in care. Licensing observes the activities provided for the children inside are more for babies and young toddlers, e.g. cause and effect toys, but limited or no toys for older toddlers.

Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

Observation. Licensing observed that prior to employing staff the manager has not collected the appropriate documentation. A staff member was missing their immunization status. A staff member who is having her credentials reviewed does not have the appropriate documentation.

Employees have access to reliable communications equipment in an emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(4)]

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on June 13, 2024. Licensing observed the licensee has purchased cell phone for communication in an emergency, but that had not been programmed to accept messages.

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

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on June 13, 2024. Licensing also observed a music speaker plugged in to the wall in the children's nap room, which presents the risk of children having access to the cords when in this room.

Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

Observation. Originally found out of compliance on June 13, 2024. Licensing observed there were toys in the sand box area, but there was nothing for dramatic play for socialization, communication in the playhouse area. As discussed with the licensee the outdoor space is to meet the developmental needs of the children as per schedule G as it does in the indoor space.

Employees have access to reliable communications equipment in an emergency. [CCLR Sec. 22(4)]

Observation. Licensing observed that staff do not have direct access to emergency personal and vise versa, which is concerning to licensing if emergency personal need to contact the facility.

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

Observation. Licensing observed the changing mat has holes in it, which present a risk of possible cross contamination and the spread of germs. Licensing also observed electricals in the children's nap room, which present the risk of children having access to the cords when in this room.

Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]

Observation. Licensing observed there was a lack of outside activities provided for the capacity of children enrolled in the program, which are designed for the development and care of the children.

Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]

Observation. Licensing observed that in the staff files, one staff is missing their resume and reference checks and the other staff file is missing the certificate verification and immunization status.