Child Care at the Y provides children with a safe and healthy place to learn, grow and thrive.
The YMCA is the largest and most trusted providers of high quality Child Care services in the Niagara region. Our Child Care programs deliver stimulating learning experiences in a safe environment that will enhance your child’s social, intellectual, physical and emotional development. We promote children’s natural curiosity and encourage personal expression so that they develop into confident, caring, happy individuals.
Affordable rates and subsidy for those who qualify helps to ensure quality Child Care is available for all.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Nov 7, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Oct 24, 2012 | Licensing Inspection | 99% | 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. |
| No child shall use the playground structure until the operator receives a third party certified playground safety inspector's written verification the surfacing and permanent play structure meet CSA standards. The inspector's written confirmation of CSA compliance must be submitted to the ministry prior to theuse of the permanent play structure. |
| This program has been granted approval for the use of the following rooms: The childcare designated area, room 210, 105, 110 and 204. |
Director's Approval
| Director approval has been granted for mixed age groupings under section s.55(2) of O.Reg.262. Mixed age groupings can be implemented in only one group per age group on the licence: Toddler (15):3 children, Preschool (16) children: 3 children, Kindergarten(20): 4 children, School Age(30): 6 children. |
| Director approval has been granted for school age and kindergarten children to bring bagged lunches. |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "YMCA Child Care - Grapeview" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toddler | 1.5 | 2.5 | 15 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 16 |
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 40 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 65 |