The YMCA Child Development and Family Support department works in partnership with the families it serves to provide a safe and nurturing environment which promotes growth and development of the whole child; cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality early learning programs that provide children with the tools to help them reach their full potential.
The YMCA is the largest provider of licensed non-profit Child Care Programs in Simcoe/Muskoka, currently operating in more than 80 locations in Simcoe County, District of Muskoka and District of Parry Sound, with over 3800 licensed child care spaces.
Over 200 children received YMCA assistance to enable accessibility to YMCA Child Care where our Quality Assurance Program managers ensures that we are constantly going beyond what is called for in the Day Nurseries Act. In addition, YMCA staff are qualified, caring, skilled educators who establish a supportive social environment that supports autonomy, self esteem and assists children in establishing positive relationships, friendships and conflict resolution skills. The YMCA is committed to the on-going professional development of our staff. We are constantly growing; even when faced with difficult government funding decisions, the YMCA remains committed to building strong children, strong families, and strong communities. We are dedicated to offering child care where community need exists.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 99% | Yes |
| Aug 13, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Jul 23, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 100% |
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. |
| All rooms set out in the shared space confirmation are approved for use by the child care program, based on licensed capacity, provided that the room or area is used by the school for children who are the same age as the age category of the licensed age group. The operator is required to keep on file at the premises an up-to-date shared space confirmation. This confirmation must include the primary use of the room during the school day and must be made available to Ministry of Education staff upon request. |
| As of August 31, 2015, the operator is licensed to provide care for 4 groups of 30 Primary/Junior School Age children and must meet the staff:child ratios identified in Schedule 1 of Ontario Regulation 137/15. |
| Classroom 125 is licensed for use by a group of 30 Primary/Junior School Age children. |
| Guidelines and sample menus for preparing bag lunches/snacks which meet Canada's Food Guide, as well as procedures for refrigeration or the use of ice packs with bag lunches, shall be provided to each parent and posted at the centre. The operator shall review this information with parents at the time of enrolment and the information shall be included in the centre's parent handbook. The centre shall ensure back-up procedures are in place if a bag lunch/snack is forgotten. |
| The School Age licensed capacity is based on the use of FDK Room 121 for 30 children. |
| The School Age licensed capacity is based on the use of FDK Room 119 for 30 children. |
| Room 117: 10 children, under 18 months of age OR 10 children, 18 months of age or over up to and including 30 months of age |
| Classroom 102 is licensed for use by a group of 30 Primary/Junior School Age children. |
| Room 115: 16 children, 31 months of age or over up to and including 5 years of age OR 15 children, 18 months of age or over up to and including 30 months of age OR 16 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31st of the year up to and including 12 years of age. |
Director's Approval
| As of August 31, 2015, Director Approval is granted for the use of specified rooms/areas that may have less than 2.58 square metres of unobstructed floor space for each child in a licensed Kindergarten, Primary/Junior School Age and/or Junior School Age group, based on the licensed capacity, provided that the same room or area is used by the school for children who are the same age as the age category of the licensed age group. |
| Director Approval is granted to allow use of a partially fenced playground for Kindergarten and School Age children. |
| Director Approval is granted to allow mixed age grouping, pursuant to s.55(2) of O. Reg.262, until August 31, 2015. As of August 31, 2015, Director Approval is granted to allow mixed age grouping, pursuant to ss. 8(2) and (3) of Ontario Regulation 137/15. |
| Director Approval is granted to allow Bag Lunch Policy for Kindergarten and School Age children. |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "YMCA Child Care - Ernest Cumberland" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant | 0 | 1.5 | 10 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 16 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 120 |