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Zebra Crossing Academy

180 Mahogany Gardens SE Calgary AB T3M 0T2 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Zebra Crossing Academy has been inspected 12 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since June 20, 2024. The most recent inspection, on June 10, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

4 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • 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 6 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 12, 2025. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (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 June 20, 2024. 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 9 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on June 10, 2026. For example: Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on April 8, 2026. For example: Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (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 11 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on June 5, 2026. For example: Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?

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. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Giraffe Room: Puzzle/map pieces have tape residue, resulting in sticky surfaces with accumulated debris.Remove all tape residue from the puzzle/map pieces and ensure surfaces are clean and free of sticky residue to prevent the accumulation of dirt and debris.June 10, 2026: One of the map boards had heavy glue residue.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Hippo and Lions Rooms: Individual chalkboards are damaged along the edges, with exposed raw wood surfaces that are not cleanable.Repair or replace the damaged chalkboards to ensure all surfaces are smooth, intact, and easily cleanable.2. Elephant room: There are toys (Wooden lacing apple toy and the cardboard puzzle) that have damaged surfaces and are not easily cleanable.The toys were removed during the inspection.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Giraffe Room: Puzzle/map pieces have tape residue, resulting in sticky surfaces with accumulated debris.Remove all tape residue from the puzzle/map pieces and ensure surfaces are clean and free of sticky residue to prevent the accumulation of dirt and debris.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. The storage room is cluttered, making it difficult to properly clean and keep organized. Organize the storage area to allow for effective cleaning and ensure items are stored in an orderly and accessible manner.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Demand Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • 1.Bulk supply of Vaseline was contaminated during the diapering procedure. Staff were scooping directly out of the jar after removing the diaper. Please ensure all items from a bulk source are portioned with a single use item or prepared prior to diapering procedure to prevent cross contamination.Operators discarded the Vaseline.2. diapering mat was not thoroughly wiped down. Mats must be disinfected and wiped down entirely after diapering.Operator was educated about cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • The diapering station was dirty underneath the mats in the cheetah and lion's room.Please clean and disinfect the area underneath the diapering mat so that it is in a clean and sanitary condition.
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • The mats used in the diapering area in the Cheetah and elephant room had rips on the covers. Please replace/repair the mats so the surface is smooth, waterproof, and easy to clean.
    • 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
      • There was tape on the bathroom door making it difficult to clean.Please remove the tape so the bathroom door is smooth and easy to clean.
  6. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Cheetah room: A section of the bathroom stall is not secured and is currently taped to the wall.- Please repair and secure the bathroom stall.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. There are several water bottles that were unlabeled. Please ensure personal belongings are labeled with the name of the child to prevent spread of disease.- Label all of the water bottles.
  9. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • 1. A pair of scissors were stored on the diapering change table. - Staff removed the scissors during inspection. Please ensure hazards are removed from children's reach.2. Staff store their personal belongings in lockers located inside the classroom which are accessible to children. There is a potential for staff to be storing items like personal medication or other hazardous items. - Please add locks to ensure belongings are inaccessible to the children.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. There were a couple of push pins in the wall. Please avoid using push pins.- The pins were removed during inspection.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. Cheetah room: A section of the bathroom stall is not secured and is currently taped to the wall.- Please repair and secure the bathroom stall.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. There are several water bottles that were unlabeled. Please ensure personal belongings are labeled with the name of the child to prevent spread of disease.- Label all of the water bottles.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. Several (3-4) personal potty seats for the children were stored directly on the floor (beside the toilet) in the Lion Room washroom.** Please do not store potty seats on the floor- please designate an area for the potty seats and store them in a way to prevent contamination.June 12, 2025: Violation still outstanding.
  10. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The wall by the window in the Baby Room was damaged, and a section of paint was missing. ** Please repair the damaged wall and apply a proper paint finish so the surface is made smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, and easily cleanable. 2. The upper door trim to the Baby Room was missing and raw porous wood/ rough uneven materials were observed.**Please replace the missing upper door trim to the Baby Room. Update on July 19, 2024: extended completion date to August 30th. Contractor is in place for the repair of the wall and sink counter replacements.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Lion Room was loose, not properly secured in place, and also water damaged. 2. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Giraffe Room was cracking/ water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. 3. The cabinet door under the children hand sink in the washroom of the Hippo room was bulging/ badly water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. ** 1-3) Remove all water damaged materials and replace with new materials. **Update on July 19, 2024: extended completion date to August 30th. Contractor is in place for the repair of the wall and sink counter replacements.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. Several (3-4) personal potty seats for the children were stored directly on the floor (beside the toilet) in the Lion Room washroom.** Please do not store potty seats on the floor- please designate an area for the potty seats and store them in a way to prevent contamination.
  11. Risk Management Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • 1-6. ** CORRECTED. BLEACH WATER BOTTLES HAVE BEEN LABELLED** 7. Outlet plug covers were missing from the following areas: - outlet in the Monkey Room near the cots - outlet by the kids bathroom in the Hippo Room - some outlets in the hallways ** Please install outlet plug covers to reduce children access to possible hazards
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The left cabinet door under the sink in the Monkey Classroom was unable to be closed properly because there was an accumulation of items and a white bucket that was stored inside that prevented proper closure. The sharp edges of the cabinet door was exposed as a result.**Please clean/organize or reposition / remove the white bin preventing the cabinet door from closing.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The wall by the window in the Baby Room was damaged, and a section of paint was missing. ** Please repair the damaged wall and apply a proper paint finish so the surface is made smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, and easily cleanable. 2. The upper door trim to the Baby Room was missing and raw porous wood/ rough uneven materials were observed.**Please replace the missing upper door trim to the Baby Room.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Lion Room was loose, not properly secured in place, and also water damaged. 2. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Giraffe Room was cracking/ water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. 3. The cabinet door under the children hand sink in the washroom of the Hippo room was bulging/ badly water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. ** 1-3) Remove all water damaged materials and replace with new materials. **
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • The handsink in the Lion Room kids washroom was leaking water when turned on. There was a pool of water observed on the cabinet under the sink. ** Repair so water no longer leaks.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. **CORRECTED** 2. Several (3-4) personal potty seats for the children were stored directly on the floor (beside the toilet) in the Lion Room washroom.** Please do not store potty seats on the floor- please designate an area for the potty seats and store them in a way to prevent contamination.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • A patch of mould was observed on the base panel under the hand sink in the Lion Room. The area was very wet and badly water damaged as well.**Remove mouldy and water damaged base panel under the hand sink in the Lion Room. Then, replace with all new materials.
  12. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • 1. The bottle containing a mixture of bleach/water was not labeled in the Monkey Classroom. ** Label the bottle to indicate it's contents. 2. The bottle containing a mixture of bleach/water near the diapering change table in the Monkey Classroom was broken and taped up. ** Replace broken bottle with a new one. Ensure it is properly labelled. 3. A bottle of bleach was stored in an unlocked cabinet (accessible to children) by the food handling station sink in the Monkey Classroom.** Please relocate the bottle of bleach, so it is inaccessible or, install a childproof lock for the cabinet door.4. The bottle containing a mixture of bleach/water was not labeled in the Baby Room.** Label the bottle to indicate it's contents. 5. The bottle containing a mixture of bleach/water was not labeled in the Cheetah Room.** Label the bottle to indicate it's contents. 6. A bottle of bleach was stored in an unlocked cabinet (accessible to children) in the Cheetah Room. ** ** Please relocate the bottle of bleach, so it is inaccessible or, install a childproof lock for the cabinet door.7. Outlet plug covers were missing from the following areas: - outlet in the Monkey Room near the cots - outlet by the kids bathroom in the Hippo Room - some outlets in the hallways ** Please install outlet plug covers to reduce children access to possible hazards
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The left cabinet door under the sink in the Monkey Classroom was unable to be closed properly because there was an accumulation of items and a white bucket that was stored inside that prevented proper closure. The sharp edges of the cabinet door was exposed as a result.**Please clean/organize or reposition / remove the white bin preventing the cabinet door from closing.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The wall by the window in the Baby Room was damaged, and a section of paint was missing. ** Please repair the damaged wall and apply a proper paint finish so the surface is made smooth, non-absorbent to moisture, and easily cleanable. 2. The upper door trim to the Baby Room was missing and raw porous wood/ rough uneven materials were observed.**Please replace the missing upper door trim to the Baby Room.
    • 09. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) available in suitable location(s), and properly stocked with handwashing supplies?
      • The sink dedicated for handwashing in the Monkey Classroom was full of bowls. The area was very messy as well (bowl of chilli on the counter and other items) were blocking accessibility to the handwashing area/ soap/ paper towel dispenser etc. **Please ensure the dedicated handwashing sink and all supplies are accessible for staff and the area kept clear to encourage handwashing. **This was corrected during the inspection**
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Lion Room was loose, not properly secured in place, and also water damaged. 2. The cabinet door under the children handsink in the washroom of the Giraffe Room was cracking/ water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. 3. The cabinet door under the children hand sink in the washroom of the Hippo room was bulging/ badly water damaged and raw wood was exposed as a result. ** 1-3) Remove all water damaged materials and replace with new materials. **
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • The handsink in the Lion Room kids washroom was leaking water when turned on. There was a pool of water observed on the cabinet under the sink. ** Repair so water no longer leaks.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • 1. Some children's personal bottles were not labeled with their names in the monkey classroom. ** Please label the children's personal bottles with their names. 2. Several (3-4) personal potty seats for the children were stored directly on the floor (beside the toilet) in the Lion Room washroom.** Please do not store potty seats on the floor- please designate an area for the potty seats and store them in a way to prevent contamination.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • A patch of mould was observed on the base panel under the hand sink in the Lion Room. The area was very wet and badly water damaged as well.**Remove mouldy and water damaged base panel under the hand sink in the Lion Room. Then, replace with all new materials.

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