A Place to Play was founded by a group of neighbourhood parents in 1987 and located inside Runnymede Presbyterian Church, 680 Annette St., Toronto. While the school has gone through many changes and improvements during its 30-year history, it continues to be a not-for-profit, cooperative school that is run solely by the families of the children who attend.
The school was founded and continues to operate on a two-fold philosophy that benefits children and parents.
For children, it provides a place where preschoolers can discover and learn through play. We believe that children at this age benefit most from a play-based education where they are given the freedom to explore, interact, and discover at their own pace and according to their own interests. While interacting with other children and mastering new skills, they also benefit from the instruction and guidance of trained early childhood educators.
For parents, the school’s cooperative philosophy provides the opportunity to be directly involved in their child’s preschool experience and help shape the direction and future of their child’s school. It also gives parents the chance to connect with other neighbourhood families and enhance their own parenting skills by learning from trained educators.
Licence Status
Regular with Conditions
Legal Status
N/A
Inspection Summary
| Visit Date | Purpose of Visit | Compliance Level on Date of Inspection | Resolved Before Licence Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 93% | Yes |
| Jun 25, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 91% | Yes |
| May 28, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 87% | Yes |
| Jun 7, 2012 | Licensing Inspection | 93% | Yes |
Areas of Non Compliance
Terms and Conditions
| The licensee shall ensure that the Licensing Inspection Summary is posted in a conspicuous place in the child care centre at or near an entrance commonly used by parents. The licensee shall ensure that the completed Licensing Checklist and the Summary of Licensing Requirements and Recommendations sheets are readily available for parents. |
| Centre operates for less than six hours per day, from September to June. |
Director's Approval
| Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to s.55(2). |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "A Place to Play Nursery School of Bloor West Village" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 16 |