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Beacon Education Ltd DBA Willowbrae Academy Richmond South

101 12033 Riverside Way, Richmond BC V6W 1K6 · Group Child Care (30 Months to School Age)

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

Beacon Education Ltd DBA Willowbrae Academy Richmond South has been inspected 10 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since January 20, 2022. The most recent inspection, on June 23, 2026, recorded 6 infractions.

2 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 6 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

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.

  • 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 4 times on January 20, 2022. For example: Hand-washing signs are prominently placed, including all staff areas.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times on January 20, 2022. For example: Dishwashing practices adhere to CCFL requirements.

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Many jurisdictions require a trained or certified person on site, such as a certified food handler. These findings mean the training record or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean anything was handled unsafely.

    Recorded 11 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on June 23, 2026. For example: The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]

  • 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 5 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 23, 2026. For example: Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 23, 2026. For example: The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal 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. Routine

    6 infractions

    • Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]
    • The entire outdoor play area is enclosed and constructed in a manner that is suitable for the age and development of children, and ensures that children are free of harm. [CCLR Sec. 16(3)(a)(b)]
      • Not free from hazards.
    • The licensee keeps current records of each employee as required under Sec. 19(1). [CCLR Sec.56(b)]
    • Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
      • Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]
  2. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
    • The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]
  3. Routine

    7 infractions

    • Furniture or equipment for sleeping is used by only one child at a time, is clean and comfortable, and is appropriate for the size, age and development of the children intended to use it. [CCLR Sec. 15(2)]
    • Hazardous objects and substances are inaccessible to children. [CCLR Sec 17]
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
    • Medications that staff have agreed to administer are readily accessible to staff and are administered in the correct dosage at the correct times. [CCLR Sec. 53(1)]
    • Medications are not accessible to children. [CCLR Sec. 53(2)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
    • The certificates, or copies of certificates, of early childhood educators and assistants are prominently displayed in the facility. [CCLR 11(4)]
  4. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
  6. Routine

    2 infractions

    • All persons over the age of 12 that are ordinarily present on the premises while children are present are of good character and the licensee has obtained a criminal record check for each person. [CCLR Sec 20]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
      • Care plans are not reviewed at least once a year with a parent of the child requiring extra support and any person requested by the parent. [CCLR Sec. 58(2)(b)]
  7. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  8. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
  9. Routine

    3 infractions

    • Children are provided with a comprehensive and coordinated program of indoor and outdoor activities that is designed for the development and care of the children, and is appropriate for the age and development of the children. [CCLR Sec. 44(1)(a)(b)(c) and Schedule(G)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
      • A record for each child containing the name, sex, date of birth, medical insurance plan number and immunization status is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(a)]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
  10. Routine

    28 infractions

    • Outbreak notification signs are posted at the facility entrance and/or notice board.
    • Hand-washing signs are prominently placed, including all staff areas.
    • Staff, children and parents/caregivers are being encouraged to wash hands upon arrival and leaving the facility.
    • Where practicable, have designated washrooms for the children, staff & foodhandlers.
    • Children ill with vomiting & diarrhea excluded for a minimum of 48 hours after cessation of symptoms.
    • Facility has a GI O/B policy based on Sneezes & Diseases and/or BCCDC ‘Managing Outbreaks of Gastroenteritis’.
    • All programs in the facility have been notified.
    • Where appropriate, mixed age group activities are cancelled e.g. social events, outings, picnics etc.
    • Staff has been notified of the outbreak and have been directed to implement the appropriate precautions (work duties and personal protection).
    • Staff have been reminded to report any incidents of GI Illness in selves & children.
    • Facility is following exclusion requirements for affected staff.
    • Staff for the duration of the outbreak only are ‘cohorted’ to diapering/care or food preparation/care
    • Facility has documented procedures for vomitus & fecal incidents, including disinfectant contact times.
    • Adequate disinfection supplies i.e. spill kit.
    • Increased frequency of disinfection of common hand contact surfaces (e.g. handrails, taps, door handles, toilet flushers, crib-rails, playpen rails, counters, stair rails, etc.)
    • Facility is following diapering & potty cleaning/disinfecting procedures.
    • Daily cleaning, disinfection and rinsing of mouthed toys.
    • Daily laundering of soft toys.
    • Daily cleaning, disinfection and rinsing of toys.
    • Mops are being cleaned & disinfected after each use.
    • Cleaning cloths are being laundered daily.
    • Appropriate concentration of disinfectant used for vomiting & fecal incidents.
      • Add 1 cup (250ml) of domestic 5 - 6% bleach to 10 cups (2.5 litres) of water i.e. about 5000PPM. The surface must stay wet for at least one minute and then air dry. Accelerated hydrogen peroxide solution (0.5%) with at least a 5 minute contact time.
    • Appropriate concentration of disinfectant used for environmental surfaces.
      • Add 4 teaspoons (20ml) of domestic 5% – 6% bleach to 1 litre of water i.e. about 1000PPM (1:50 sol’n). The surface must stay wet for at least one minute and then air dry. Accelerated hydrogen peroxide solution (0.5%) with at least a 5 minute contact time.
    • No self-serve communal food items are in activity or staff areas (e.g. veggies, fruit, cookies, etc.)
    • Dishwashing practices adhere to CCFL requirements.
    • Children’s & staff mealtime tables, chairs are being cleaned and disinfected before and after each use.
    • Kitchen food contact surfaces are being cleaned and disinfected before and after each use.
    • Clean mattress covers, linens, pillow slips, hand towels etc. are being provided for each child on a daily basis.

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