Licensing, Health & Safety
At Sunrise In-Home Multiage Child Care, the health, safety, and well-being of every child is our top priority. Families can feel confident knowing that our program operates in a licensed, regulated environment with clear safety practices and procedures in place.
Licensed and Regulated Care
Sunrise In-Home Multiage Child Care is licensed by Vancouver Coastal Health and operates in accordance with provincial child care regulations. Licensing helps ensure that child care programs meet established standards related to safety, supervision, space, routines, and overall quality of care.
Our program is licensed for a maximum of eight children, allowing us to maintain a small group size and provide individualized attention in a calm, home-based setting.
Supervision and Staffing
Children are cared for daily by the same primary caregiver, providing consistency and familiarity. When required, qualified relief staff support the program to ensure continuity of care while maintaining established routines and expectations.
All caregivers meet licensing requirements, including background checks and relevant training, to support a safe and nurturing environment.
Health and Illness Practices
To help protect the health of all children, Sunrise follows clear illness and exclusion practices. Children should remain at home if they are unwell or unable to comfortably participate in daily activities. If a child becomes ill during the day, families are contacted to arrange timely pick-up.
These practices help reduce the spread of illness and support the well-being of the entire group.
Nutrition and Allergy Awareness
Sunrise provides two nutritious snacks daily, while families supply a healthy lunch for their child. The program maintains a nut-free environment to support children with allergies.
Children are encouraged, but never forced, to eat, and food is not used as a reward or consequence. Dietary needs and allergies are communicated clearly and handled with care.
Outdoor Play and Active Movement
Daily outdoor play is an important part of the Sunrise routine. Children spend time outdoors each day, weather permitting, through backyard play and outdoor walks. Active play supports physical development, coordination, and overall well-being.
Guidance and Positive Behaviour Support
Sunrise uses respectful, age-appropriate guidance strategies that focus on teaching children self-regulation, cooperation, and problem-solving skills. Behaviour support is based on clear expectations, consistency, and positive reinforcement rather than punishment.
Emergency Preparedness
Sunrise maintains emergency preparedness procedures in accordance with licensing requirements. Regular drills help children become familiar with safety routines in a calm and reassuring way.
Emergency plans address situations such as fire, earthquakes, and other unexpected events. Families are contacted as soon as possible once children are safe.
Child Protection and Confidentiality
Sunrise follows legal requirements related to child protection and confidentiality. All personal and family information is treated with care and shared only as required to ensure children’s safety or as required by law.
A Safe and Supportive Environment
By operating as a licensed program with clear health and safety practices, Sunrise provides families with peace of mind while offering children a warm, home-based setting where they can feel secure and supported.
If you have questions about licensing, safety practices, or how we support children’s well-being, we encourage you to contact us for more information.