Willowbrae Academy Windermere - Daycare
1331 Windermere Way SW Edmonton AB T6W 2P3 · Child Care Facility
12 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Children’s jackets were observed stacked together in Infant Room 2. Please ensure personal items are stored separately in designated cubbies or on individual hooks to prevent cross‑contamination. Staff relocated the indicated jackets to the personal cubbies during the inspection.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- 1. Children’s blankets in Preschool Room 1 were in contact with one another on the shelves in the storage cabinets. 2. Children’s personal wipes in Preschool Room 1 and Preschool Room 5 were stored in contact with one another. 1. Please store personal blankets separately to reduce the risk of contamination.2. Please ensure each child’s wipes are kept separate.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- Infant 2: Paper towel at hand sink (not diapering) was out.Staff had paper towel available at diapering hand sink.Paper towel replaced during inspection.
- 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
- Preschool room 2/3: 1 toilet was not operational. Ensure all toilets are in good working order. Director aware and maintenance contacted.
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
7 infractions
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Toddler 1:Cupboard drawer near far sink was broken and could not be pushed in fully. Staff were aware and kept children away from area or put protective barrier when in use. Preschool 1 washroom:Washroom cupboard door: hinge broken (Far cupboard)Please repair and ensure equipment including cupboard drawers are in good repair.
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- Infant room 1: Paper towel was missing at the sink closer to the door. Paper towel was available at other paper towel dispenser. Corrected onsite. Infant 2: Paper towel in bathroom dispenser was stuck. Paper towel was available beside sink, not in dispenser. Corrected onsitePreschool room 5: Hand soap was not operational. Staff was using dish soap. Hand soap provided for room during inspection.
- 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
- I hand sink near Toddler 5 was not operational.
- 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
- First aid kit:Alcohol wipes were noted to be expired April 2025. Ensure all first aid kits are up to date with supplies and fully stocked.
- 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
- Toddler 4:Bingo dabbers that indicate "not for use by children" were observed in the cupboard of art supplies. Bingo dabbers were removed and staff instructed to discard and not use with children.
- 28. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Critical)?
- Toilets were not in operation in the following rooms:Toddler 3 and 4 shared washroomPreschool 2 and 3 shared washroomPreschool 4 and 5 shared washroomEnsure all toilets are operational.
- 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
- Shared washroom between Toddler 1 and Toddler 2:No toilet paper available (corrected onsite)Preschool 1: No toilet paper dispenser in first bathroom stall, no toilet paper in middle toilet paper dispenser. Shared washroom Toddler 3 and 4 and Toddler 5 and 6Toilet paper available at staff level. No toilet paper available at child level or dispenser
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet. Updated on September 17, 2024: Paint was damaged/chipped on the walls in Infant 2, Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 5, Toddler 6 and Preschool 1 (walls patched but not painted) rooms. Please address.May 2025: Updated renovation plan provided. Program plans to install board along lower walls to help prevent damaged walls. Timeline provided for repairs/changes
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet. Updated on September 17, 2024: Paint was damaged/chipped on the walls in Infant 2, Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 5, Toddler 6 and Preschool 1 (walls patched but not painted) rooms. Please address.May 2025: Updated renovation plan provided. Program plans to install board along lower walls to help prevent damaged walls. Timeline provided for repairs/changes
- 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
- Toilet paper was noted to be missing or not in dispensers throughout the program.Please ensure that toilet paper is readily available and in proper dispenser to prevent cross contamination and ensure proper toileting practices.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet. Updated on September 17, 2024: Paint was damaged/chipped on the walls in Infant 2, Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 5, Toddler 6 and Preschool 1 (walls patched but not painted) rooms. Please address.May 2025: Updated renovation plan provided. Program plans to install board along lower walls to help prevent damaged walls. Timeline provided for repairs/changes
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- A water stain was observed on the ceiling in Toddler 3 room. Replace affected ceiling tile.May 2025: Program Director indicated that the ceiling tile is to be replaced.
- 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
- Toilet paper was noted to be missing or not in dispensers throughout the program.Please ensure that toilet paper is readily available and in proper dispenser to prevent cross contamination and ensure proper toileting practices.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
7 infractions
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Bleach container was stored within children's reach (in the unlocked sink cabinet) in Toddler 5 room. It was addressed during the inspection. Please ensure that all chemicals are stored away from children's reach.
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- Improper diapering procedures were observed in room Toddler 1 (educator did not wash hands and changed gloves between children during diapering) and Toddler 4 (child's hands were not washed, and educator changed the gloves but did not wash hands between children during diapering). It was discussed during the inspetion. Please address.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- A water stain was observed on the ceiling in Toddler 3 room. Replace affected ceiling tile.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet. Updated on September 17, 2024: Paint was damaged/chipped on the walls in Infant 2, Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 5, Toddler 6 and Preschool 1 (walls patched but not painted) rooms. Please address.
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- Diaper pads were damaged in Infant 2, Toddler 4 rooms and Preschool 5 washroom. Please replace.
- 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
- Some children's bottles/cups were not labelled in Infant 1, Toddler 2, Toddler 3 and Preschool 5 rooms. Please ensure that children's bottles/cups are labelled.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Diaper pad was stored on the floor in the Preschool 4/5 washroom. Please ensure that the diaper pad is stored away from the children's reach.2. Toilet paper was not placed in the appropriate dispenser and observed on the sink counter and toilet tank in Preschool 3 washroom. Please ensure that the toilet paper is placed in appropriate dispensers.
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet.
- 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
- Light fixture was not operating properly (blinking) in Preschool 1 washroom. Please repair or replace the affected light fixture.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- The diaper pads were stored on the floor in the Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Demand Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet.
- 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
- Light fixture was not operating properly (blinking) in Preschool 1 washroom. Please repair or replace the affected light fixture.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- The diaper pads were stored on the floor in the Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
4 infractions
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- Diaper pad was not secured, and no safety barrier was available in the Toddler 1 room.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.Updated on March 11, 2024: The affected areas were mudded but not painted yet.
- 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
- Light fixture was not operating properly (blinking) in Preschool 1 washroom. Please repair or replace the affected light fixture.
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- The diaper pads were stored on the floor in the Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom.
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- Demand Inspection
9 infractions
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Chlorine bleach bottle was not labelled in Infant 2 room - was addressed during the inspection.
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
- Some chemicals (e.g. laundry detergent, baking soda, corn starch, and shaving cream) were being kept in child accessible cabinets (not locked) in Preschool 1 and Preschool 2 rooms.
- 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
- Small balls (may create a chocking hazard) were stored within children's reach in Toddler 4 room. They were removed during the inspection.
- 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
- A used diapers garbage bin did not have a cover in Preschool 2/Preschool 3 washroom.
- 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
- Paint was chipped/peeling off the walls in Toddler 3, Toddler 4, Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom, Toddler 6, Preschool 1, and Preschool 2 rooms.
- 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
- Light fixture was not operating properly (blinking) in Preschool 1 washroom. Please repair or replace the affected light fixture.
- 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Diaper pads were damaged in Infant 2, Toddler 1 and Toddler 6 rooms, and the diaper pad was not secured (Velcro tape not attached to the diapering surface and no barrier provided) in Toddler 2 room. Replace damaged pads and secure/provide a safety barrier for unsecured diaper pad.2. Hinges were broken on the sink cabinet doors in Preschool 2/Preschool 3 washroom (cabinet close to Preschool 3 room), and Toddler3/Toddler 4 washroom (close to Toddler 4 room), and Preschool 1 room (cabinet next to the sink cabinet). Please repair.3. Small white tables had some sharp corners in Toddler 3 and Toddler 5 rooms. Please provide corner protectors.4. Carboard bricks were damaged in Preschool 1 room. Please discard damaged toys.
- 24. Are sleeping supplies and areas sufficient to ensure client safety and comfort (Non-Critical)?
- Cot/mats were not labelled in some rooms/some labels were missing (in Toddler 3, Toddler 6, Preschool 2, Preschool 3), and linen storage was inappropriate in some rooms (stored on sleeping mats without proper separation) (in Preschool 1 and Preschool 2 rooms).
- 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
- 1. Wiping cloths were being reused thought the day. Please follow the provided wiping cloths recommendations or use paper towels instead.2. Toddler 3/Toddler 4 washroom was used for storage of sleeping cot, toys, step stools, etc.). Please remove the items.
- 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?