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A Child's Story - Daycare

201 - 1715 & 1711 Towne Centre Boulevard NW Edmonton AB T6R 0T7 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

A Child's Story - Daycare has been inspected 10 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 31, 2024. The most recent inspection, on April 10, 2026, found no infractions.

5 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 4 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Pests and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 5 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 2, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded once on April 2, 2026. For example: Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded once on December 17, 2024. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 2, 2026. For example: Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 17, 2024. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

10 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Demand Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • Several products labeled “keep out of reach of children,” including shaving gel and shaving cream, were found stored in an unlocked cabinet in the Preschool Puma room. Please ensure all chemicals are stored in a location that is inaccessible to children. The operator relocated the indicated chemicals to an adequate location during the inspection.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Mouse droppings were observed in the cabinets below the sinks in the Tiger Room and the Owl Room, as well as in the corner of the laundry room. 2. A buildup of grime was observed beneath the fridge in the Owl Room. 3. The cabinets below the sinks in the Tiger Room, Owl Room and Penguin Rooms were observed to be disorganized which makes these spaces difficult to clean. 1-3. Please ensure the indicated areas are organized, cleaned and sanitized.
    • 27. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Non-Critical)?
      • Mouse droppings were observed in the cabinets below the sinks in the Tiger Room and the Owl Room, as well as in the corner of the laundry room.Ensure pest control measures are taken to eliminate the presence of pests in the facility.
  3. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • The diapering belt was not attached to the surface in the baby roomThis was immediately repaired and screwed into the diapering table surface under the pad
    • 23. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Critical)?
      • One crib had two mattresses stacked and loose fitted sheet.Sheets must be snug fit and mattress height not more than 15cmThis was immediately corrected
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • An old toilet paper dispenser (not in use) observed in Tigers washroom was broken and had a sharp part. Please repair, replace or remove.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • 1. The chlorine bleach bottle was kept in the washroom sink cabinet accessible to children in Orcas washroom. It was addressed during the inspection - lock was provided.2. An unlabelled chlorine bleach disinfectant spray bottle was observed in the Owls room. It was addressed during the inspection.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Food preparation (cutting apples) was observed to be conducted in the childcare rooms and not in the approved kitchen. A knife was left on the cutting board in the Owls room (removed during the inspection). Ensure that all food preparation takes place in the approved kitchen.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The laundry room was accessible to children (not locked) - the previously inaccessible to children staff room with laundry area now used to enter T-rex and Penguins rooms. Please provide a lock.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • A ceiling tile was missing in the Orcas room (main floor). Please replace.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • No paper towels were available in the paper towels dispenser and no soap was provide at the diapering sink in the Tigers room. Please provide.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Finish on the leather couch was damaged/peeling off in the Penguins room. Please repair or replace. 2. A toy (plastic car track) was damaged and had sharp edges in the Owls room. It was removed during the inspection.
    • 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Sleeping mats were not labelled in Pumas room. Please label the sleeping mats.2. No physical separation was provided between some sleeping mats in the Tigers room (storage shelves were broken). Please repair.
    • 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
      • A toilet tank cover was missing on a toilet in the Panthers washroom. Please replace.
  8. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Demand Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Push-in pins were observed above children's areas in the Pandas, Penguins and Otters rooms. Remove push-in pins.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • There was no physical separation between the toy washing/bottle prep sink and the sink used for handwashing after diaper changing in the Turtles (infant) room. Provide physical separation (i.e., a barrier) between the sinks.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • There were holes in the wall near the toilet in the Owls washroom. Please repair.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Some toys storage containers required cleaning in the Otters room.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Some large toys were not visibly clean in the Penguins room.
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