Quality ratings: Stepping Stones Day Nursery
Stepping Stones Day Nursery
Preschool rating
The Early Learning and Care Assessment for Quality Improvement rates items on a scale of 1 to 5, where 5 is the highest rating. To meet City of Toronto standards, a minimum of 3 is required. When a rating is less than 3, the centre must take corrective action by the date indicated.
For more information about this centre's rating, contact
Mechelle O'Brien - Nedd, 416-769-9719
Date of last assessment: March, 2026.
| 2025 | 2026 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrective Action | ||||||
| Centre Average | City Average | Centre Average | City Average | Required By | Verified On | |
| Preschool Overall Average | 4.72 | 4.52 | 4.30 | 4.50 | - | - |
| Daily And Visual/Auditory Schedules | 4.00 | 4.15 | 4.00 | 4.10 | - | - |
| Program Plan | 5.00 | 4.61 | 2.00 | 4.50 | 17-Mar-2026 | 13-Mar-2026 |
| Learning Experiences | 5.00 | 4.36 | 5.00 | 4.29 | - | - |
| Indoor Physical Environment | 5.00 | 4.69 | 5.00 | 4.71 | - | - |
| Displays | 5.00 | 3.98 | 4.00 | 4.10 | - | - |
| Sensory, Science & Nature | 5.00 | 4.67 | 5.00 | 4.63 | - | - |
| Art | 5.00 | 4.36 | 4.00 | 4.38 | - | - |
| Books | 5.00 | 4.37 | 4.00 | 4.41 | - | - |
| Language And Literacy | 5.00 | 4.27 | 4.00 | 4.25 | - | - |
| Music And Accessories | 5.00 | 4.65 | 5.00 | 4.66 | - | - |
| Physical Literacy | 4.00 | 4.64 | 2.00 | 4.71 | 17-Mar-2026 | 13-Mar-2026 |
| Blocks And Construction | 5.00 | 4.95 | 5.00 | 4.97 | - | - |
| Cognitive And Manipulative | 5.00 | 4.88 | 5.00 | 4.86 | - | - |
| Pretend Play | 5.00 | 4.35 | 5.00 | 4.49 | - | - |
| Electronic Media Usage | - | 4.21 | - | 3.75 | - | - |
| Toileting And Diapering Routines | 5.00 | 3.94 | 5.00 | 3.84 | - | - |
| Meals And/Or Snack Time | 5.00 | 4.30 | 5.00 | 4.23 | - | - |
| Equipment Required For Eating And Seating | 5.00 | 4.95 | 5.00 | 4.91 | - | - |
| Cots And Bedding | - | 4.76 | 5.00 | 4.68 | - | - |
| Health And Safety | 5.00 | 4.41 | 2.00 | 4.24 | 17-Mar-2026 | 13-Mar-2026 |
| Toys And Play Equipment Washing | 4.00 | 4.36 | 5.00 | 4.38 | - | - |
| Educators And Children's Hand Hygiene | 5.00 | 4.04 | 5.00 | 4.06 | - | - |
| Transitions | 2.00 | 4.72 | 4.00 | 4.71 | - | - |
| Attendance Verification | 4.00 | 4.27 | 2.00 | 4.06 | 17-Mar-2026 | 13-Mar-2026 |
| Positive Atmosphere | 5.00 | 4.96 | 5.00 | 4.99 | - | - |
| Supervision Of Children | 5.00 | 4.84 | 4.00 | 4.84 | - | - |
| Foster Children's Independence | 5.00 | 4.65 | 4.00 | 4.74 | - | - |
| Supporting The Development Of Self-Esteem | 4.00 | 3.77 | 5.00 | 3.67 | - | - |
| Behaviour Guidance | 5.00 | 4.93 | 5.00 | 4.97 | - | - |
| Supporting Development Of Communication Skills | 5.00 | 4.95 | 5.00 | 4.94 | - | - |
| Extending Children's Learning | 5.00 | 4.73 | 4.00 | 4.66 | - | - |