Sarah House Early Learning and Care Centre

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

No violations recorded at this inspection.

• CARE AND/OR SUPERVISION / Group Sizes and Employee to Children RatiosNon-critical

  Children are adequately supervised by qualified employees in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of each child. [CCLR Sec.34(1)]

  Observation. At today's inspection the Manager reported to the LO that they were working with 1 permanent staff (who is completing a gradual return to work) , 1 other permanent staff was away on vacation and there is a vacant position for the last permanent staff position. The facility is filling the staffing gaps with substitute/casual staff. A Manager from another Collingwood Neighbourhood House facility was present today assisting the Manager at Sarah's House. The LO observed 5 staff persons in ratio as the program transitioned to nap/rest time. 1 staff then went on break, leaving 4 staff. Staff were assisting a number of children who were having difficulty in the transition to nap/rest. One child was observed rolling, running and not wanting to lie on mat. This child was eventually offered table time with playdoh and they settled into quiet play. 1 staff person was then asked to locate to the kitchen area to allow supervision of the child.

• 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. At the August 22/23 Routine inspection the wooden log climber was observed to have two rotten logs at the top that have exposed splintered wood. At that time the staff had closed off the area so that children could not access. The Licensee was required to send a corrective measures plan by September 1/23 that outlined what action will be taken to prevent children accessing and when the repair/replacement will be completed. No corrective measures plan has been received. Children can access the top of the climber. The top of the climber was observed to be slippery after heavy rain and if a child slips on the surface there is risk of impaling body on exposed wood spikes.

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

  Ground Surfacing: The playground surface is free of standing water and debris. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]

  Observation. At today's inspection a large puddle of water was observed in the cement area of the outdoor play area. The playground surface is required to be free of standing water.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  The licensee does not record compliance with the care plan of a child requiring extra support respecting any behavioural guidance provided to the child, and its effect. [CCLR Sec. 58(3)(d)]

  Observation. 1 Care Plan examined today was developed with the child care staff and parent only.

• RECORDS AND REPORTING / Care PlansNon-critical

  For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the diagnoses relevant to the child's requirement for extra support, as made by health care professionals. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(a)] ; For each child requiring extra support, the care plan does not show the courses of action recommended by health care professionals to address the needs of the child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec.58(1)(b)] ; Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]

  Observation. At today's inspection the LO inspected the Care Plans the are current at the facility. See the attached comments for Sections of the Care Plans missing and therefore NIC.

• 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 wooden log climber has two rotten logs at the top that have exposed splintered wood. Staff have closed this section off to the children and have to vigilantly supervise to prevent children accessing.

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. Licensing Officer observed the linoleum flooring was torn in multiple areas in the facility. This was a hazard for tripping. In addition, the damage to the flooring prevented them from being appropriately cleaned and sanitized. Pictures attached in HH/ shared with the Licensee

No violations recorded at this inspection.