The YMCA Child Development and Family Support department works in partnership with the families it serves to provide a safe and nurturing environment which promotes growth and development of the whole child; cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality early learning programs that provide children with the tools to help them reach their full potential.
The YMCA is the largest provider of licensed non-profit Child Care Programs in Simcoe/Muskoka, currently operating in more than 80 locations in Simcoe County, District of Muskoka and District of Parry Sound, with over 3800 licensed child care spaces.
Over 200 children received YMCA assistance to enable accessibility to YMCA Child Care where our Quality Assurance Program managers ensures that we are constantly going beyond what is called for in the Day Nurseries Act. In addition, YMCA staff are qualified, caring, skilled educators who establish a supportive social environment that supports autonomy, self esteem and assists children in establishing positive relationships, friendships and conflict resolution skills. The YMCA is committed to the on-going professional development of our staff. We are constantly growing; even when faced with difficult government funding decisions, the YMCA remains committed to building strong children, strong families, and strong communities. We are dedicated to offering child care where community need exists.
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 10, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Jun 19, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 99% | Yes |
| Jun 25, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 97% | Yes |
| Jun 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. |
| The operator shall ensure that the submitted supervision plan regarding washroom routines is followed |
| 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 the use of the permanent play structure. |
| Room 128 - 22 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 18 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age as of August 31 of the year until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, room 128 is licenced for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school-age group children. |
| Room 122 - 22 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age as of August 31 of the year until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, room 122 is licenced for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school-age group children. |
| Room 117 - 20 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age as of August 31 of the year until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, room 117 is licenced for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school-age group children. |
| Room 116 - 20 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age as of August 31 of the year until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, room 116 is licenced for a group of 30 Junior/Primary school-age group children. |
| Room 133 - 28 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age as of August 31 of the year until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, room 133 is licenced for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school-age group children. |
| 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. |
| The operator shall ensure that this child care program does not begin operating before August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 and its regulations are in effect. |
| Basement-01 is licenced for 26 Kindergarten children effective August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. |
Director's Approval
| Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, director approval is granted for the use of a room or area with 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 as set out in the shared space confirmation. |
| Director approval has been granted for junior and senior kindergarten children to bring bagged lunches and or snacks pursuant to s.40 |
| Director approval has been granted to allow mixed age grouping pursuant to s.55(2). As of August 31, 2015, Director’s Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to ss. 8(2) and (3) of Ontario Regulation 137/15. |
| Director approval has been granted to allow junior and senior kindergarten children to use a playground without fencing pursuant to s.22(a) |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "YMCA School Age, Hillcrest" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 26 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 150 |