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Nelson Park ymca Kids Club

Licensed Group
1155 Thurlow St, Vancouver

Nelson Park ymca Kids Club is a licensed group daycare in Vancouver, BC. The facility participates in BC's Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) and currently has no reported availability.

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Programs & services

Age groups served

5 - 12 yrs

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Availability

Under 36 monthsNo spaces
30 months to 5 yearsNo spaces
Licensed preschoolNo spaces
Grade 1 to age 12No spaces

Vacancy last reported: May 14, 2026

Licensing

Health authorityVancouver Coastal Health

Health & safety record

No critical violations on record. 12 non-critical findings noted since 2021.

January 8, 2026Routine Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 14, 2025Routine2 non-critical
  • 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. Three medications were observed on site. It was noted that one of the medication has expired in October 2025.

  • PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Play Area, Materials and EquipmentNon-critical

    Not in good repair.

    Observation. Licensing observed the following: - Two long seating logs that are rotten and require immediate attention. - The the plants in the planter has died off and need to be assessed for replacement or care

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December 13, 2024Routine2 non-critical
  • 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: *paint chipped and peeling off several areas of the drywalls *a deep scratch on dry wall

  • 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 that accounted for a child who no longer requires a medication. When asking the manager about updating the child’s current care plan to reflect their current health condition, she informed that care plans can only be updated by a child’s parents through their registration portal. Discussion took place regarding communicating with the child’s parents to update the care plan accordingly and to ensure the child’s most updated health information is being reflected.

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January 9, 2024RoutineNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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November 21, 2022Routine2 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. The program operates in the room that the preschool also uses. Licensing observed that the room is very preschool-focused. Licensing did not observe age appropriate or developmentally appropriate tables and chairs for school age children.

  • PROGRAM / Program of activitiesNon-critical

    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. During the inspection Licensing observed that the cupboards with the materials, equipment and supplies were not open and accessible to the children. When Licensing inquired with the Manager the Manager stated that the cupboards get opened after snack and the group activity is completed. Licensing stated that the children should have the option to choose what they would like to do and have access to the materials, equipment and supplies throughout the time they are in the program. Especially if they do not want to eat snack or take part in the group activity.

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November 1, 2021Non-visit Follow-upNo violations

No violations recorded at this inspection.

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October 29, 2021Routine Follow-up1 non-critical
  • RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

    The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

    Observation. One more consent is to be signed by a parent. Manager informed that an email will be sent to Licensing once this item has been addressed.

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October 25, 2021Routine5 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. The facility licence is located in the child care program's office.

  • PHYSICAL, EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHING / Safe Play Space Standard of PracticeNon-critical

    Maintenance of Equipment: Thorough inspections of the outdoor play space are conducted regularly. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space] (13)

    Observation. Licensing Officer accompanied the children and staff when leaving the facility to take children to their school. Observed children being permitted to play on the school grounds without an inspection being conducted by the facility staff. Licensing Officer observed school staff inspecting the school grounds and removing various hazards however the facility staff are still required to conduct their own inspections.

  • RECORDS AND REPORTING / Notification of illness or injuryNon-critical

    Licensing is notified within 24 hours after a child is involved in, or may have been involved in, a reportable incident described in Schedule H or has a reportable communicable disease. [CCLR Sec.55(2)(a)(b)]

    Observation. Licensing was not notified of three reportable incidents.

  • RECORDS AND REPORTING / Records For Each ChildNon-critical

    The licensee has written parental consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness, in cases where the parent cannot immediately be reached. [CCLR Sec. 57(3)(a)]

    Observation. Parent / guardian signatures on emergency medical consent forms (printed) are not present. Emergency medical consents do not include the last names of children and their parents / guardians.

  • 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. No documentation is available that demonstrates that inspections are being conducted of outside play spaces.

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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. Nelson Park ymca Kids Club is not reported to serve children under 36 months.

Does this daycare participate in CCFRI?

Yes. Nelson Park ymca Kids Club 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 May 14, 2026.

Are inspection reports available?

Yes. Nelson Park ymca Kids Club'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 January 8, 2026.

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Data sourced from the BC Child Care Map, Health Authority inspection records, and Google Places. Last updated July 7, 2026.

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