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Inspection visit

complaint

KENSINGTON L'ACADEMY LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOLLicense 0734089042 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

On 08/11/2023 at 10:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christina Watts conducted an Unannounced Subsequent Complaint Investigation at Kensington L'Academy Language Immersion Preschool. LPA met with Area Manager, Selene Li and explained purpose of investigation. Finding for the above allegation was delivered during the inspection. Complainant alleges that Director did not report multiple cases of COVID-19 to licensing or parents.During the course of the investigation, LPA inspected the facility, reviewed records and conducted interviews. It was determined that facility has 3 positive cases of COVID-19 between July 22 -July 24. Facility failed to inform parents of 2 COVID-19 cases and inform licensing of the 3 positive cases of COVID-19. Based on the interviews and information obtained throughout the investigation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the allegation is SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 is being cited on 9099-D page. Exit interview was conducted with Selene Li. Appeal rights were provided. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND MUST BE POSTED FOR 30 CONSECTIVE DAYS.

Citations

3 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    101212 Reporting Requirements (d)...during the operation of the child care center...a report shall be made to the Department by telephone or fax within the...next working day and during its normal business hours. In addition, a written report...shall be submitted to the Department within seven days... 1)Events reported shall include the following: (E) Epidemic outbreaks.This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Facility failed to report 3 COVID cases to licensing which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

  • 101212(f)Type B

    REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

    101212 Reporting Requirements f) The items specified in (d)(1)(A) through (H) above shall also be reported to the child's authorized representative. This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Facility failed to inform parent/authorized representative of 2 positive cases of COVID-19... which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

  • TEACHER AIDE QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES

    101216.2 Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties (e) An aide shall work only under the direct supervision of a teacher. This was not met as evidenced by: LPA observed 1 aide supervising and caring for 9 preschool aged children which poses an potential risk to the health, safety or personal rights of children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 11, 2023 inspection of KENSINGTON L'ACADEMY LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL?

This was a complaint inspection of KENSINGTON L'ACADEMY LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL on August 11, 2023. 2 citations were issued: 2 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KENSINGTON L'ACADEMY LANGUAGE IMMERSION PRESCHOOL on August 11, 2023?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (0 Type A, 2 Type B). The first citation was for: "101212 Reporting Requirements (d)...during the operation of the child care center...a report shall be made to the Depart..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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