Since, 1972, Niagara Nursery School has provided a nurturing and intellectually invigorating environment for hundreds of children.
Utilizing the philosophies of Dr. Maria Montessori and Reggio Emilia, our co-operative school features a stimulating and structured atmosphere in which the children can acquire the skills, confidence and independence necessary for their future schooling.
Licence Status
Regular
Legal Status
N/A
Inspection Summary
| Visit Date | Purpose of Visit | Compliance Level on Date of Inspection | Resolved Before Licence Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Nov 25, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Dec 12, 2012 | Licensing Inspection | 100% |
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. |
| Guidelines and sample menus for preparing bag lunches/snacks which meet Canada’s Food Guide, as well as procedures for refrigeration or the use of ice packs with bag lunches/snacks, shall be provided to each parent and posted at the centre. The operator shall review this information with parents at the time of enrolment and the information shall be included in the centre’s parent handbook. The centre shall ensure back-up procedures are in place if a bag lunch/snack is forgotten. |
Director's Approval
| Director's approval has been granted for mixed age grouping under s. 55(2) of O. Reg. 262. Mixed age grouping can be implemented in only one group in each age category. 20% of the licensed capacity per age group is as follows: Preschool (16/24): 3 children, School Age (15): 3 children. |
| A bag lunch policy has been approved for children who are eligible to attend elementary school in the current school year. |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "Niagara Nursery School and Child Care Centre" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 24 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 15 |