Routine inspection·October 11, 2023

On 10/11/23, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Briana Plumboy and Randall Dunevant met today with Associate Teacher Monika Chana for the purpose of an unannounced annual random inspection. Present for the inspection were 3 fingerprint cleared staff, as well as 10 preschool children in care. The center is located on the Pioneer Elementary School Campus inside room K6. The program consists of two 1/2 day sessions. The am session is from 8:15am until 11:15am, and the pm session is from 12:00pm until 3:00pm. The preschool is located inside a portable in the kindergarten area of the elementary school. There is a doorbell located on the outside of the gate and is connected to the Kidango classroom. LPA toured the facility and play yard for a health and safety inspection. A review of staff records indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances. The teacher/child ratio was being met. The sign in/out is digital. The classroom and play yard were age appropriate and in good repair. The play structure in the yard is designed for ages 5-12 years old and not designed to be utilized by the preschool age children. Bathrooms were clean and in working order. The restroom is located inside the classroom (K6) and is an all gender restroom. The trash cans have tight fitting lids. Meals are prepared and delivered by Kidango, Inc. There is a menu posted for the entire month. The kitchen area was maintained. There is water readily available. All posting requirements are being met. Outdoor play area has a shaded area for the children and access to drinking water. The playground area has a locked fenced around it. Medications are dispensed at this facility. The center has a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher, working smoke detector, working carbon monoxide detector, working telephone, and fully stocked First Aid Kit. One staff has current CPR and first aid training. All staff present today have immunization's and received certificates in mandated reporter training. The licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills twice a year with the last one conducted on 8/17/23. For licensing updates email childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov and ask to be added to the email list. See 809-C for continuance This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information, see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm The facility has and is implementing their IMS Plan. Medication was reviewed by LPA. California Law requires Child Care Centers to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to child's parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624B). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. Center was reminded that anyone working must be fingerprint cleared prior to being in the presence of children, or an immediate civil penalty can be assessed. Center was encouraged to frequently visit our website at www.ccld.ca.gov for licensing regulations and updates. No deficiencies cited today. This report must be available for public review for 3 years. Notice of site visit was posted at the time of the inspection, and must remain posted for 30 days.