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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2015 | Licensing Inspection | 97% | Yes |
| Aug 27, 2014 | Licensing Inspection | 100% | |
| Feb 20, 2013 | Licensing Inspection | 99% | 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. |
| All rooms as 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. |
| Alternate space: Gymnasium is licensed for a group of 30 children, 68 months of age or over and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect the Gymnasium is licensed as Alternate space for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| Room 125 is licensed for a group of 23 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, Room 125 is licensed for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| Alternate space: Library is licensed for a group of 26 children, 68 months of age or over and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect the Library is licensed as Alternate space for a group of 30 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| Room 126 is licensed for a group of 23 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, Room 126 is licensed for a group of 25 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| Room 130 is licensed for a group of 27 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, Room 130 is licensed for a group of 27 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| No child shall use the playground structure until the operator receives a third party certified playground safety inspector's written verification the surfacing and permanent play structure meet CSA standards. The inspector's written confirmation of CSA compliance must be submitted to the ministry prior to the use of the permanent play structure. |
| Infant Room - 9 children, under 18 months of age. |
| Toddler Room - 15 children, 18 months of age and over up to and including 30 months of age. |
| The operator shall ensure that the submitted supervision plan regarding washroom routines is followed. |
| The operator shall ensure that the submitted supervision plan regarding junior and senior kindergarten children using a playground without fencing is followed. |
| Preschool Room - 24 children, more than 30 months of age up to and including 5 years of age. |
| Room B11 is licensed for a group of 26 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, Room B11 is licensed for a group of 26 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
| Room B13 is licensed for a group of 26 children, 68 months of age or over as of August 31 of the year and up to and including 12 years of age OR 20 children, 44 months of age or over and up to and including 67 months of age until August 31, 2015 when the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect. Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, Room B13 is licensed for a group of 26 Primary/Junior school age children OR 26 Kindergarten children. |
Director's Approval
| Once the Child Care and Early Years Act and regulations come into effect, director approval is granted for the use of a room or area with 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 as set out in the shared space confirmation. |
| As of August 31, 2015, Director’s Approval is granted for mixed age grouping pursuant to ss. 8(2) and (3) of Ontario Regulation 137/15. |
| Director approval has been granted for junior and senior kindergarten children to bring bagged lunches and or snacks pursuant to s.40 |
| Ministry Director approval is granted to allow mixed age grouping as per s.55(2). |
| Director approval has been granted to allow junior and senior kindergaten children to use a playground without fencing pursuant to s.22(a) |
Official Registration Information
Please check Ontario Ministry of Education for the official registration information. Use "YMCA Child Care - Harriett Todd" as "Name of Program" to search.
| Age Group | Age From | Age To | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant | 0 | 1.5 | 9 |
| Toddler | 1.5 | 2.5 | 15 |
| Preschool | 2.5 | 6 | 24 |
| Kindergarten | 3 yr 8 mo | 5 yr 8 mo | 52 |
| Primary/Junior School Age | 5 yr 8 mo | 13 | 82 |