The Discovery Preschool supports a challenging environment that intrigues a child's natural intuitive curiosity. It is a unique child care experience that families will be proud to be involved with.
The Discovery Preschool acknowledges the incredible work of the children, parents and teachers in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Their approach to child care has inspired many educators from around the world to visit these schools and welcome many aspects of this approach into North American child care centres.
The fundamentals of the philosophy.
The schools provide the following programs:
Infants: Ages 6 months to 18 months
Toddlers: Ages 18 months to 2 1/2 years
Junior Preschool: Ages 2 1/2 to 3.8 years
Kindergarten Enrichment: Ages 3.8 - 6 years
Nursery School: Ages 2 1/2 to 6 years (if available)
Licence Status
Regular with Conditions
Legal Status
N/A
Inspection Summary
| Visit Date | Purpose of Visit | Compliance Level on Date of Inspection | Resolved Before Licence Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 96% | Yes |
| Sep 9, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
| Jun 21, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Nov 22, 2012 | Licensing Inspection | 98% | Yes |
Areas of Non Compliance
Terms and Conditions
| The licensee shall ensure that the Licensing Inspection Summary is posted in a conspicuous place in the child care centre at or near an entrance commonly used by parents. The licensee shall ensure that the completed Licensing Checklist and the Summary of Licensing Requirements and Recommendations sheets are readily available for parents. The licensee shall ensure that the total licensed capacity is not exceeded at any time. |
| Full compliance with all “in progress” items shall be fully met by May 27, 2016 and available for ministry review. |
| Room 4-13 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
| Room 3-15 children, 18 months of age and over up to and including 30 months of age |
| Room 2-24 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age |
| Room 1 - 10 children, under 18 months of age |
Director's Approval
| Director’s Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to ss. 8(2) and (3). |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "Discovery Preschool on 7 Inc." as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant | 0 | 1.5 | 10 |
| Toddler | 1.5 | 2.5 | 15 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 37 |