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Richmond Star Academy

8851 Heather St, Richmond BC V6Y 2R7 · Group Child Care (Under 36 Months)

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

Richmond Star Academy has been inspected 19 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since July 15, 2021. The most recent inspection, on August 21, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 19 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 5 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control.

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.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 31, 2025. For example: Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]

  • 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 10 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on July 16, 2026. For example: At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]

  • 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 5 separate inspections, most recently on July 16, 2026. For example: All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 16, 2026. For example: Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56 (1) and CCALA 19]

  • 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 22 times across 14 separate inspections, most recently on July 16, 2026. For example: Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]

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.

19 inspections

  1. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  2. Routine

    5 infractions

    • All indoor and outdoor play materials and equipment accessible to children are suitable for the age and development of the children, safely constructed, free from hazards and in good repair. [CCLR Sec. 16(4)]
    • At all times children have immediate access to an employee who holds a valid first aid and CPR certificate, is knowledgeable respecting each child's medical condition, if any, and is capable of communicating with emergency personnel. [CCLR Sec. 23(1)]
    • Current policies and procedures are kept as required . [CCLR Sec.56 (1) and CCALA 19]
    • Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
      • The group size(s) exceeds that permitted in Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
  3. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
  5. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
  6. Routine

    5 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)]
    • Heated water accessible to children is heated to no more than 49° Celsius. [CCLR Sec. 47]
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
      • Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]
      • Character references have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]
      • Records of staff's work histories have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(c)]
      • Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
      • A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
  7. Routine Follow-up

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
  9. Routine

    5 infractions

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
      • A record for each child containing the daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]
    • For each child requiring extra support, the licensee keeps a current care plan showing the required information. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)(2)]
      • The licensee does not keep a current care plan for each child requiring extra support. [CCLR Sec. 58(1)]
    • Maintenance of Equipment: A log is kept of all inspections, maintenance and repairs. [Director of Licensing Standard of Practice - Safe Play Space]
  10. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
  11. Routine

    4 infractions

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
    • Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]
      • The emergency plan is not practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(c)]
    • Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
    • Licensing has been notified immediately of any change in the information provided under Section 9 (Applying for a License). [CCLR Sec. 10(1)]
  12. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
  13. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
  14. Routine Follow-up

    3 infractions

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
    • Staff ratios and group sizes comply with Schedule E. [CCLR Sec. 34(2)(a)]
    • The licensee keeps a current record for each child showing the information required. [CCLR Sec. 57]
  15. Routine

    4 infractions

    • A healthy and safe environment is provided at all times [CCLR Sec. 13(1)].
    • Implementation of the fire drill system is practiced at least once each month, and implementation of the emergency plan is practiced at least once each year. [CCLR Sec. 22(2)(b)(c)]
    • 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 daily attendance record, indicating for each day whether the child is absent or, if the child is present, the time of arrival and departure is not kept. [CCLR Sec. 57(2)(c)]
  16. Routine

    0 infractions

  17. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
  18. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction. They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]
    • Prior to employing staff the manager has met with each person and has obtained the appropriate documentation. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)]
      • Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]
      • Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(d)]
      • Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
  19. Routine

    5 infractions

    • The facility, the furniture, equipment, fixtures and supplies are of sturdy and safe construction. They are easy to clean, and are clean and in good repair and free from hazards. [CCLR Sec. 13(2) and Sec. 15(1)(a)]
    • 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)]
      • Evidence of compliance with the Province's immunization and tuberculosis control programs has not been obtained. [CCLR Sec.19(1)(b)]
      • Copies of any diplomas, certificates or other evidence of the person's training and skills have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(d)]
      • Criminal record checks have not been obtained. [CCLR Sec. 19(1)(a)]
    • Parents or emergency contacts for each child can be readily contacted while the child is in care. [CCLR Sec.49(2)]
    • 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)]
      • A program of activities is not provided that encourages the social development of children. [CCLR Schedule G(5)]
      • A program of activities is not provided that encourages the language development of children. [CCLR Schedule G(3)]
      • A program of activities is not provided that encourages the physical development of children. [CCLR Schedule G(1)]
      • A program of activities is not provided that encourages the emotional development of children. [CCLR Schedule G(4)]
      • A program of activities is not provided that encourages the intellectual development of children. [CCLR Schedule G(2)]

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