Little Stars - Facility
12400 Crestmont Boulevard Calgary AB T3B 5W5 · Child Care Facility
Inspection summary
Little Stars - Facility has been inspected 6 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since January 11, 2024. The most recent inspection, on May 7, 2026, found no infractions.
2 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination.
The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.
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 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 30, 2026. For example:
Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
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 30, 2026. For example:
Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 30, 2026. For example:
Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
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.
6 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Arts and Craft material considered toxic to the young kids (Bingo markers) were observed in the facility.They were discarded at the time of inspection.** Check to ensure that all the arts and craft material used in the childcare facility are labelled non-toxic should display the AP (Approved Product) Seal from the Art & Creative Materials Institute (ACMI) **.
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- Following concerns were noted with regards to diapering at the time of inspection:1) Diapering mat was torn.2) No safety belt to secure the child.3) Test papers to test the sanitizer concentration were ineffective.** Make sure to replace the diapering pad and follow the AHS guidelines for proper diapering procedures.Keep diapering procedures accessible for staff reference.
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- The storage shelves used in the pre-school area were in disrepair.Ensure to repair or replace the indicated shelves.
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Tall shelves were not secured and may tip if a child pulls/pushes on the taller shelves.--secure the tall shelves to other shelving units to prevent them from tipping over.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Toy storage shelves in main area had debris in back areas of shelves behind bins. 2. Paint debris on window ledge (window near glass doors)3. Chairs in main area have residue buildup on plastic backing
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Electrical cover missing for 1 outlet in the hallway and in the main area (eating area)Ensure all outlets where accessible by children are covered/protected.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Playdough prepared onsite with untreated flour. Ensure flour is heat treated to internal temperature minimum 160 deg F (ie. 350 deg F oven for @10 mins)
- 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
- First aid kit stored in the main area was missing a CPR barrier valve.
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Toy storage shelves in main area had debris in back areas of shelves behind bins. 2. Paint debris on window ledge (window near glass doors)3. Chairs in main area have residue buildup on plastic backing
- 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
- Toys are sanitized with a spray sanitizer instead of immersion in sanitizer solution. Ensure sanitizing step for toys are completed by immersing in prepared sanitizer solution for 2 mins and then air dried
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
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