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Little Forest Dwellers Early Learning Centre

258 South Harmony Drive Rocky View County AB T3Z 2C5 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Little Forest Dwellers Early Learning Centre has been inspected 12 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 16, 2024. The most recent inspection, on September 16, 2026, recorded 4 infractions.

7 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 16, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (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 October 3, 2025. 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 16, 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 16, 2026. For example: Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 16, 2026. For example: Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?

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.

12 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • * Noted gap at the bathroom in Toddler room 2 was very wide and kids were putting their hands in the gap.Please ensure door finger pinch guard is installed at the door to prevent any injuries.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • * CPR face shield was missing in some of the backpacks.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • * Infant room - Paint chipping at the diaper changing table surface.*Toddler Room 1- Diaper changing table location was discussed with the operator to provide safety.-Safety belt at the diaper changing table was secured to the table, but one of the screws was missing. Please ensure it is properly secured, reattached to the table.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • * Infant room - Water was too cold, no hot water was available at the tap. Corrected during the inspection. Water temperature at the handsink adjusted.
  2. Demand Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
      • Side railing on the change table was observed to be unstable and not securely affixed. This was corrected during the inspection and operator secured the railing during the inspection.DO THE FOLLOWLING:All railings on the change tables must be secured to ensure that they don't move when being held onto for support.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Refrigerator in Toddler room 1 did not have a child lock on it. Please ensure that there is a lock provided so children cannot access the refrigerator.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Wall was in disrepair behind the bathroom door in Toddler room 2. Please ensure the hole is repaired.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • Handwash station, in Toddler room 1, had dishes in them. This was corrected during the inspection. Facility was advised to use a separate to stack dishes that need to be washed in the dishwasher. Please ensure that all handwash stations are accessible at all times for handwashing.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Carpets, in the preschooler's room, were stained. Please ensure this is cleaned. Diaper change table in the infant room had sand and debris.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Soft plush toys observed in the infant room were not being disinfected properly. Soft toys should not be disinfected using a chlorine sanitizer as infants can chew on the toys. Please ensure they are cleaned and sanitized according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  5. Demand Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 05. Are communicable diseases at this facility being properly managed?
      • 1. Facility was using 100ppm bleach disinfectant for high touch surfaces in classrooms.2. Observed carpets, plush toys, wicker baskets, books, and natural play materials being used in rooms.COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:1. During outbreaks, concentration of bleach disinfectant must be increased to 1000ppm. - When using on tables, leave the 1000ppm bleach disinfectant on the surface for 1 minute and then rinse off after with potable water. 2. Remove any items from rooms that cannot be easily cleaned and disinfected during the outbreak.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • **NOT OBSERVED AT TIME OF INSPECTION***Mat in common area in play space was not in good repair. Please replace it.*Gaps on the wood stumps. Please seal them and make sure they don't cause any injuries of kids.*Fridge in toddler room was broken. It was not operational during the inspection. Temperature of the small fridge unit was measured at 19C. Milk in the fridge was discarded during the inspection due to temperature issue.*Diaper changing table surface was not in good repair. Surface was getting paint chipping.
  6. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • *Mat in common area in play space was not in good repair. Please replace it.*Gaps on the wood stumps. Please seal them and make sure they don't cause any injuries of kids.*Fridge in toddler room was broken. It was not operational during the inspection. Temperature of the small fridge unit was measured at 19C. Milk in the fridge was discarded during the inspection due to temperature issue.*Diaper changing table surface was not in good repair. Surface was getting paint chipping.
  9. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  10. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Initial Inspection

    0 infractions

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