LEF has been serving the former city of York in northwest Toronto for more than 30 years. Since 1978, we have developed from a youth theatre project into one of the leading community economic development organizations in Toronto, with 300 employees serving more than 10,000 people every year.
We pride ourselves in our range of programming, driven by the needs of our community. We offer employment services, skills training, language training, childcare services and supports for children and families, newcomer services, youth programs and community enterprises programs.
We invite you to connect with us and join our unique community. Become a member, be part of our programs, volunteer with us and support the work we do in the community.
At LEF, you are always welcome.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | 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. |
| The kindergarten program are licensed to operate before- and after- school and full-day on PA days and school holidays. |
| The gymnasium is licensed for a maximum capacity of 20 Jk/SK or School Age children. |
| The kindergarten licensed capacity is based on the use of Room 126 and the alternate space of Room 127. |
| The gymnasium is licensed for a maximum capacity of 20 Jk/SK or School Age children. |
| The kindergarten licensed capacity is based on the use of Room 126 and the alternate space of Room 127. |
| The kindergarten program are licensed to operate before- and after- school and full-day on PA days and school holidays. |
| As of August 31, 2015, the operator is licensed to provide care for Kindergarten children with a maximum capacity of 26 children in each group with the staff: child ratios identified in Schedule 1 of Ontario Regulation 137/15. |
| All rooms as set out in the shared space confirmation are approved for use by the child care program, based on licensed capacity, provided that the room or area is used by the school for children who are the same age as the age category of the licensed age group. The operator is required to keep on file at the premises an up-to-date shared space confirmation. This confirmation must include the primary use of the room during the school day and must be made available to Ministry of Education staff upon request. |
| As of August 31, 2015, the operator is licensed to provide care in room 220(Library) or the gym to a maximum of 30 school age children in each space. |
Director's Approval
| Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to s.55(2). |
| As of August 31, 2015, director approval is granted for the use of specified rooms/areas that may have less than 2.58 square metres of unobstructed floor space for each child in a licensed kindergarten, primary/junior school age and/or junior school age group, based on the licensed capacity, provided that the same room or area is used by the school for children who are the same age as the age category of the licensed age group |
| Director’s Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to ss. 8(2) and (3). |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "St. Marcellus Early Learning Centre" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 20 |
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 26 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 30 |