- (519) 333-8559 (Liz Fletcher )
- http://www.ymcaswo.ca/child_care.php
The YMCA has been providing child care services for almost 50 years and is the largest provider of not-for-profit child care in Canada. YMCA licensed Child Care provides many benefits to your child. In our care your child will become familiar with numbers, letters, and shapes, learn how to socialize and get along with other children, learn to share, contribute to circle time, and become more independent. The YMCA’s learning environment provides a place where your child can gain a sense of self, explore, play with his or her peers, and build confidence. Your child will find answers through exploration, experimentation, and conversation. Enrolling your child in YMCA Child Care ensures that you receive quality and expert care and support in assisting with the development of your child – a decision you can feel confident about.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Jun 17, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Jun 14, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Jul 12, 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. |
| The gym and the library are approved as alternate space for both the JK/SK and school age groups. Only one age group may utilize either room at any one time. |
| The OEYC Room is approved for occasional use by the toddler, preschool and JK/SK group for special activities and programming. Only one age group may use the room at any one time. |
| The JK/SK and school age program are licensed to operate a full-day on PA days and school holidays. |
| The JK/SK licensed capacity of 20 is based on the use of Room 142 or Room 144 or 119. The School Age licensed capacity of 26 is based on the use of Room 123. |
| The operator shall ensure that if portable indoor equipment is used, direct adult supervision, shock absorbent surfacing and sufficient clearance is in place and that use is restricted to those age groups recommended by the manufacturer only. |
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: Infant(6):N/A, Toddler (10):2, Preschool (16):3, JK/SK (20):4, School Age(30):6. |
| Approval for the JK/SK children to use the adjacent school playground according to agency policy. |
| Director approval has been granted for when more than 20% of the group are from the next younger age group, the ratios for the next younger age group must be used. |
| Director approval has been granted for when more than 20% of the group are from the next younger age group, the ratios for the next younger age group must be used. |
| 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: Infant(6):N/A, Toddler (10):2, Preschool (16):3, JK/SK (20):4, School Age(30):6. |
| Approval for the JK/SK children to use the adjacent school playground according to agency policy. |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "ST. JOSEPH'S CHILD CARE CENTRE" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant | 0 | 1.5 | 6 |
| Toddler | 1.5 | 2.5 | 10 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 16 |
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 20 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 26 |