Shannon Day Care (18 months - 3 GDC) - Group Child Care (Under 36 Months)

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 outdoor space has some areas that require repair or replacement - the ground coverage is peeling and coming apart, the perimeter garden requires replanting, the climber is showing signs of wear is not age appropriate for both groups that use this space, for both groups to use the outdoor area at the same time it must be separated and both sides must be age and developmentally appropriate. It is also strongly recommended that new storage be installed that does not block windows and allows natural light into the rooms.

The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

Observation. Upon review of children's files, a few were missing immunization information and one is missing emergency contact that is in addition to parent. It was also observed that attendance was not accurate, while this was corrected during inspection, as discussed LO recommends that a process be in place to ensure that attendance is accurate at all times.

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. Some of the emergency food expired in January 2023. Water expired in February 2023.

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 that the vinyl mats used for staff to sit on had ripped corners exposing the foam underneath. This poses a sanitizing challenge. A discussion was held with the staff to replace or repair the mats (e.g duct tape corners).

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 the following choking hazards in the outdoor play space: 1) A rope that tied the overhead sandbox canopy to the perimeter fence. The rope had become loose with ample slack presenting a choking hazard. 2) Christmas lights in a tree with loose ends at child's height.

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. Some of the emergency food had expired in March 2023.

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

Observation. One staff did not have a valid criminal record check on file.

Behavioural guidance is appropriate to the age and development of each child. [CCLR Sec.51(1)(a)]

Observation. Licensing observed two different staff use physical redirection on separate occasions by holding onto a child's lower arm above the wrist or in between the elbow and wrist. On one occasion, a staff took the child from the snack table to the bathroom and on another occasion a staff took a child inside from the outdoor playground.

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

Observation. The snack menu is posted in the kitchen, which is not an area that parents generally access. A discussion was held to post the menu at the entrance.

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 caste windows openings without plexiglass coverings. The openings measured between 3 1/2" and 9" and posed an entrapment hazard.

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

Observation. One staff did not have a valid criminal record check on file.

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: Uncovered castle climber windows that posed an entrapment hazard (window opening sizes between 3 1/2 to 9 inches).

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: 1) A vinyl couch with worn vinyl covers that posed a sanitizing challenge. 2) uncovered castle climber windows that posed an entrapment hazard (window opening sizes between 3 1/2 to 9 inches).

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 the following, compromising the height of the perimeter fence: 1) A stack of three tires placed in close proximity to the perimeter fence. 2) A toy storage box placed against the perimeter fence.