Routine inspection·March 18, 2025

On 3/18/2025 at 9:20am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Morgan Pringle met with Director Ingrid Escalante for an unannounced annual/random inspection . There were fifty-three (53) preschool age children, and ten (10) additional staff present during the inspection. Five classrooms (Peacocks, Falcons, Eagles, Owls, and Robbins) were toured for a health and safety inspection. The facility operates from 7:00am \342\200\223 6:00pm, Monday \342\200\223 Friday. The facility also holds a license for infants/toddlers, #073407400 and school age, #075700605. The facility has ample age-appropriate materials in the classrooms that were observed to be clean and in good condition. All toxins, cleaning products, children\342\200\231s medication, and hazardous materials were observed to be in inaccessible areas. All children\342\200\231s bathrooms were observed to be clean, well maintained, free of defects with an ample number of sinks and toilets that are in proper working order. All diapering materials were observed to be, well maintained and properly stored. The facility uses child sized mats for sleeping and all children bring their own napping materials. All equipment used for napping was observed to be free from defects and properly stored. There are multiple fully charged fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors and first aid kits on site. The facility does not transport children. LPA observed the kitchen to be clean, well maintained, free from defects and all hazards have been made inaccessible to the children in care. All children bring their own lunch from home and all morning and afternoon snacks are provided by the facility. All food that is brought from the children\342\200\231s home was observed to be properly labeled and stored. All food prep areas in the kitchen and classrooms were observed to be clean and well maintained. All children bring their own water bottles and have access to clean drinking water in and outside of the classrooms. Page 1 of 3 The outside play yard is fully fenced with ample age-appropriate materials for the children. The play structure was observed to be well maintained with ample cushion under the slide for children\342\200\231s safety. There is a separate basketball court that has cushion and is free from hazards. There is ample shade for the children. LPA did not observe any bodies of water in or around the facility. The facility is operating within its licensed capacity and is in ratio. All staff working have obtained a criminal record clearance or transfer. The fire/disaster drill log is complete with the last drill logged on 1/23/2025. A physical census of the children was taken and cross referenced with the sign-in and out log. Through record review it was found that four (4) children were not properly signed in by their parent or authorized representative. All required postings, including the menu are posted in the left hallway of the facility. LPA obtained a sample of the children\342\200\231s files, staff files, and the facility files. All files were complete. Deficiencies cited during LPAs inspection Four (4) children present were not properly signed in Director was reminded that California law requires facilities to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to children in care, to the child's parents, and to the Department within 24 hours by phone. Within seven (7) days from the incident, facilities must submit the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624) to the Department. Director was reminded that EMSA approved Pediatric CPR & First Aid training must be completed every two (2) years. Mandated Reporter Training ("Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting https://mandatedreporterca.com/ . Personnel and facility roster must be properly maintained, and fire/disaster drills must be conducted at least every six (6) months and documented. LPA informed Director that all forms can be downloaded at www.ccld.ca.gov . Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Page 2 of 3 This facility provides Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. LPA reviewed storage of \342\200\234medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children\342\200\231s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Ingrid Escalante.