Routine inspection (3-year)·November 14, 2023

On 11/14/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Beneroso met with the facility\342\200\231s Site Supervisor , Kimberly Freiberg for the One Year Required inspection for the preschool license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted of the classroom and outdoor space areas. Upon arrival, LPA observed 6 preschool age children present children and 3 staff members on the premises providing care and supervision. The hours of operation are 8:30AM - 11:30AM and 1PM to 4:40PM Monday - Friday. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: There is currently one classroom operating in the facility. The room we observed to be clean, sanitary; floors of all rooms have a surface that is safe and clean. There Cleaning compounds are made inaccessible, they are located in the classroom in an upper cabinet, secured with a safety latch. Cleaning products are also located in the kitchen, secured with a safety latch and the door that remains locked. Furniture/equipment is good condition, free of flies, other insects, rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children\342\200\231s needs; all play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual permanent or portable storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, and personal belongings. There is an assigned area for sick/ill in the Site Supervisor\342\200\231s office. All indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches, and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction. There is a working telephone on the premises. Facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times. Trash cans for solid waste have tight fitting lids , drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors. Drinking water is available inside the center in the form from a water fountain. Outdoor water is provided in a jug with disposable water cups. There are working Carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors and Fire Extinguishers in all the classrooms (2A10BC). Teacher child ratios were observed to be appropriate, and staff names recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and are appropriate. Health Related Services/IMS: This facility does not currently provide Incidental Medical Services \342\200\223 IMS. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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/childquanda.htm Food Service: The facility currently is participating in a food program. The facility offers Breakfast, AM Snack, Lunch, PM Snack at the center. The Lunch is provided by the school cafeteria and the Breakfast, and Snacks are provided by the central kitchen. Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed one restroom with two toilets that were in operable condition. LPA observed second bathroom to have soap, toilet paper and paper towels readily available. Water temperature is appropriate. Napping: Children do nap in the facility since is a half day program. Outdoor: The facility has one playground/outdoor areas for the children . All outdoor and indoor passageways, stair ways, incline, ramps, open porches, and other areas of potential hazard are kept free of obstruction; Outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair, and age appropriateness. There is grass and concrete surface areas for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris, f ree from hazard, holes, broken items, debris, cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed. There are areas for shade and rest. Children/Personnel Records: Site Supervisor and Staff qualifications were verified. Children\342\200\231s files were also observed to be complete. Facility Records: Roster, sign in and out sheets and fire/disaster drill log (completed on 09/14/2023) were also observed to be maintained as required. Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB 394L), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist. Lead Exceedance: Facility was tested for Lead on 11/17/2022. No high levels were detected. Advisory/Other: The First Aid kits were observed in each classroom and were observed complete with supplies including thermometer, tweezers, scissors, gauze, bandages, cleansing pad/solution, and a first aid manual. CPR/First Aid expires on 09/28/2024. Mandated Reporter Training is maintained current, it expires on 08/10/2025 . Electrical outlets are inaccessible, recalled and or prohibited toys or play equipment were not observed on the premises. There are no window cords accessible to children. No Smoking prohibited on the premises, daily inspection for illness, no prohibited childcare items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. Site Supervisor was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents . Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624 when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov ). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of the Child Care Center. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above. The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8am-5pm Site Supervisor was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Child Care Advocates: You can now sign up for Quarterly Updates and PINs for one or more programs through our DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov Click on \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located in the right middle part of the page, immediately above the Quick links. Put your email address and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and click \342\200\234subscribe. Applicant was advised that all LIC forms can be found at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/forms-brochures/forms-alphabetic-list/i-l Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. Site Supervisor shall permit the Department to inspect the Child Care Center, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of childcare center or regulations, also enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. There were no citations issued during inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Site Supervisor, Kimberly Freiberg . A copy of this report was provided electronically along with her appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit. A notice of site visit must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.