Why Hygiene Matters: Our Commitment to a Clean and Healthy Daycare in Millwoods
Oct 15, 2025
Choosing a licensed daycare in Millwoods, Edmonton, means prioritizing your child's health and safety. At Ideal Daycare & After School Care, we believe that every child deserves to grow in an atmosphere of trust, respect, and safety. A cornerstone of this commitment is our Hygiene and Sanitary Policy, designed to prevent the spread of illness and maintain a clean environment for the little ones.
The First Line of Defense: Hand Washing Protocols
One of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs is through a rigorous hand washing protocol for both children and staff. Our staff are specifically trained to exhibit and encourage good hygiene habits, ensuring hands are washed:
- Upon arrival at the daycare, and before they head home.
- Before and after handling food.
- After using the toilet, assisting a child with toileting, or changing a diaper.
- After handling commonly shared items like toys.
- Following any contact with bodily fluids, such as wiping a nose, coughing into hands, or cleaning up other messes.
Scientific Diaper Changing Procedures
To prevent the spread of microorganisms found in feces, we use a detailed, step-by-step diaper changing procedure. This process includes:
- Preparation: Staff wash their hands and organize supplies before placing a disposable paper towel covering on the changing table.
- Safety: Children are secured with a safety belt to prevent falls.
- Sanitation: Single-use gloves are used, and soiled items are immediately discarded in a plastic-lined, closed receptacle.
- Cleaning: The child's bottom is cleaned with disposable towelettes, and their hands are washed with soap and warm running water immediately afterward.
- Disinfection: After the child returns to play, the entire area and all touched equipment are cleaned and disinfected.
Maintaining a Germ-Free Environment
Our facility is kept clean through constant vigilance and the use of approved disinfectant mixtures. We ensure that:
- Eating tables and diaper change tables are cleaned with a fresh bleach and water mixture daily.
- Toys are regularly cleaned, and any toy placed in a child's mouth is immediately removed and disinfected before being returned to the group.
- Common areas like sinks and toilets are flushed and disinfected daily.
By choosing quality childcare in Edmonton with high hygiene standards, you are ensuring your child stays healthy and ready to learn. Our goal is to make sure every child is clean and neat before their parents arrive at the end of the day, reflecting the effort we put into hygiene.